Special Projects Supervisor
Date Posted: Oct 9, 2025
Requisition ID: 466320
Location:
Fort Wayne, IN, US, 46808
Work for Indiana
Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.
About the Indiana Department of Transportation:
The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) provides a dynamic workplace that serves Indiana citizens, improves our state's quality of life, and enhances its economic opportunity. INDOT has a number of innovative programs and projects, including Public-Private Partnerships, Green Initiatives, and cutting-edge uses of materials and assets. As part of the State of Indiana, INDOT offers a competitive total compensation package, as well as outstanding work/life balance. Whether you are an established professional in the transportation field or just starting your career, INDOT has exciting and challenging opportunities for you.
Role Overview:
The Special Projects Supervisor reports to the District Roadside Manager and will directly supervise roadside management activities throughout the district, primarily including but not limited to: drainage deficiency improvements, herbicide applications, and mechanical brush clearing. This position will include a take home vehicle and five direct reports, with a larger shared workforce team during the spring-fall months.
In addition to the normally expected skills for a supervisor, the ideal candidate will have heavy equipment experience and the ability to travel across the district.
Location:
This position is located in INDOT's Fort Wayne District.
Salary:
This position traditionally starts at an annual salary of $53,222.00. Salary for this position may be commensurate with education and job experience.
A Day in the Life:
The essential functions of this role are as follows:
Ensures that both INDOT and contractor employees are safely performing work.
Supervises assigned INDOT construction technicians.
Ensures projects are completed following plans, specifications, and contract requirements as well as on time and budget.
Performs sampling and testing of construction materials or coordinates work of assigned technicians.
Attends construction status meetings.
Provides clarifications as requested by contractors and recommends revisions as needed to meet the project's scope.
Reviews working and shop drawing provided by contractors, suppliers, and fabricators.
Reviews construction schedules.
Prepares inspection reports, progress reports, and other construction records.
Reviews and approve daily field reports prepared by assigned technicians.
Prepares project-specific responses to injuries from local public officials, news organizations, and other interested parties for the District Communications Director.
Meets with property and business owners in the project area to resolve access, drainage, and other issues that may arise during construction.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at anytime.
What You'll Need for Success:
You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment:
High School Graduate or equivalent, plus 4-5 years of relevant experience required.
Advanced knowledge of INDOT Construction principles as demonstrated through successful completion of the Construction and Testing Highway Technician Program (CTHTP) is strongly preferred.
Equivalent post-secondary education/training in a Construction or Construction Management related field along with substantial professional experience may substitute for the CTHTP.
Demonstrated previous experience in a supervisory or leadership role highly preferred.
Must possess a valid driver's license.
Must possess a valid Class A or Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or obtain one with the first 90 days of employment.
Required to submit to, and pass, a drug test as a condition of employment.
Broad knowledge in construction material sampling and testing standards: and FHWA and INDOT test procedures of materials.
Ability to read and interpret highway and bridge plans and to identify errors and omissions.
Basic computer skills with Microsoft Offices software (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access).
Ability to communicate effectively with staff, the public, contractors, consultants, and other Department sections both orally and in writing.
Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:
This role may provide direct supervision for one or more staff members.
Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:
The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:
Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
Education Reimbursement Program
Group life insurance
Referral Bonus program
Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Free Parking for most positions
Free LinkedIn Learning access
Equal Employment Opportunity:
The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.
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