Engineering Program Manager Jobs in Columbia, SC

Salary: $88,583.00 - $146,166.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 189648
Agency: Department of Transportation-Headquarters
Opening Date: 08/20/2026
Closing Date: 9/3/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: AH50
Position Number:: 61036555
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade: GEN12
Hiring Range - Min.: $88,583.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $146,166.00
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: Apply online and fully complete all sections of the application. A resume may be provided, but will not substitute for completing any section of the application. Accurately respond to all Supplemental Questions since they are part of your official application and are used to initially screen applicants. If the selected candidate indicates attainment of a college degree(s), he/she may be required to provide an official college transcript within thirty (30) calendar days of employment. Failure to provide documentation within the required time frame may result in termination of employment. SCDOT Human Resources Office, Room 115, 955 Park Street, Columbia, SC 29201. Phone: (803) 737-1321.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
**THIS IS A RE-ADVERTISEMENT. PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT RE-APPLY. YOUR APPLICATION IS STILL BEING CONSIDERED.**
Assists the State Maintenance Engineer in providing statewide leadership, coordination, and oversight for maintenance operational support functions within the Director of Maintenance Office, with primary emphasis on statewide contract administration, operational budget support, fiscal monitoring, standard operating procedure development, and emergency operational readiness. Provides statewide operational support and contract program management for maintenance support services, including development, coordination, oversight, and administration of statewide maintenance support contracts and agreements. Coordinates with Procurement, Legal, Finance, Engineering, district personnel, contractors, and subject matter experts to support procurement actions, operational readiness, and contract implementation. Monitors contract performance, compliance, operational effectiveness, and statewide support capabilities.
Coordinates and assists with statewide maintenance operational support functions including budget tracking, fiscal monitoring, invoice coordination, expenditure review, financial reporting, and operational oversight activities associated with statewide maintenance operations and support programs. Provides oversight and direction for budget tracking and financial management activities supporting the statewide maintenance operations budget.
Develops, implements, and maintains operational procedures, guidance documents, workflows, and standard operating procedures supporting statewide maintenance operations, operational consistency, emergency preparedness, contract administration, and maintenance support functions. Assists with operational process improvement initiatives and coordination of statewide operational practices.
Coordinates statewide operational support activities and assists with emergency preparedness and emergency response functions in support of district and county maintenance operations. Assists with deployment and coordination of operational resources, logistics support activities, and maintenance operational readiness during emergency events, weather operations, and disaster response activities.
Supervises assigned personnel including the Statewide Contracts Manager, Program Coordinator II, and associated operational support staff. Provides leadership, assigns and reviews work activities, establishes priorities, evaluates performance, provides technical guidance, and supports employee development to ensure effective statewide operational support, budget oversight, and contract administration.
Represents the Director of Maintenance Office on committees, working groups, procurement teams, operational initiatives, and interdepartmental coordination efforts. Performs additional duties, special projects, and assignments as directed by the State Maintenance Engineer in support of statewide maintenance operations and organizational objectives. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
A bachelor's degree and five and one-half (5.5) years of relevant program management experience; or an approved acceptable equivalence. A valid motor vehicle operator's license is required.
The physical demands for the essential functions involves sitting or standing at a desk for extended periods of time. This position may require office and field work, limited overnight travel. Walking for extended periods, treading rough terrain, working in close proximity to motoring traffic, and in natural environmental hazards. May be required to work outside normal business hours.
Additional Comments
The South Carolina Department of Transportation is committed to a diverse workforce and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
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