Construction Technician Supervisor - Davenport RCE
Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/iowa/jobs/newprint/5360907)
Apply
?
Construction Technician Supervisor - Davenport RCE
Salary
$62,337.60 - $96,699.20 Annually
Location
Davenport - 52801 - Scott County, IA
Job Type
Full-time
Job Number
26-03247
Agency
645 Iowa Department of Transportation
Opening Date
06/01/2026
Closing Date
6/11/2026 11:59 PM Central
LinkedIn Tag
LI-POST
Point of Contact
Adrian Simonson - Adrian.Simonson@iowadot.us
Description
Benefits
Questions
Job Description
Are you ready to grow your strengths as a people-focused leader and make a meaningful impact on Iowa's transportation system?
As our next Construction Technician Supervisor, you'll bring a leadership mindset that elevates your team and every project you touch. You will assist the Resident Construction Engineer in the oversight, supervision, and administration of projects and staff assigned to the Davenport RCE Office. You will guide inspection staff through daily construction operations that keep Iowa's highways safe and reliable. With your passion for developing others, commitment to safety and quality, and calm, solutions-focused approach, you'll help keep work moving forward even when conditions shift.
In this role, you'll represent the Iowa Department of Transportation with professionalism and integrity while contributing to the Iowa DOT's Core Values: Safety First, People Matter, Customer Focused, Servant Leadership, and Integrity Without Exception. Your curiosity, dedication to continuous improvement, and service-oriented mindset reflect what it truly means to fulfill our mission of Making Lives Better Through Transportation.
Location: Davenport RCE Office
Shift: 7:00 AM-3:30 PM, Monday-Friday; Hours may vary with construction activity; may receive after-hours calls and occasional overnight travel.
As a Construction Technician Supervisor, your duties will include, but are not limited to:
Lead and Support the Construction Team
Supervise, coach, and develop construction inspection and survey team, ensuring skill alignment, proper training, and overall team support.
Ensure Quality and Compliance in Field Inspections
Review project sites daily to confirm work meets specifications, traffic control is properly implemented, and safety regulations are followed.
Solve On-Site Technical and Constructability Issues
Address challenges such as utility conflicts, plan gaps, survey discrepancies, and site-specific conditions using sound engineering judgment.
Manage Project Changes and Contract Actions
Implement and negotiate plan revisions, approve extra work and item overruns within established limits, and assess value-engineering proposals.
Represent the Department with External and Internal Stakeholders
Communicate with contractors, property owners, utilities, railroads, media, and the public to resolve issues, coordinate schedules, and provide project updates.
Advance Technology, Testing, and Quality Assurance Practices
Apply evolving technologies and quality programs related to surveying, testing, QC/QA, and material evaluation to improve documentation and project outcomes.
Special Requirements:
Possess and maintain a minimum of a Class C non-commercial driver's license
As a State of Iowa employee, you will be eligible for the following benefits:
Competitive pay and benefits package including health, dental, flexible spending, and life insurance
Insurance benefits start the first month following 30 days of employment and costs can be reviewed here. (https://das.iowa.gov/state-employees/human-resources/employee-benefits-programs/employee-benefits-overview)
Opportunities for professional growth and development.
Paid time off effective immediately - biweekly vacation, separate sick leave, accruals rollover on a yearly basis, and 9 paid holidays per year.
Iowa Public Employee Retirement System (IPERS) Retirement Package with employer match
Optional 401A plan with employer contributions.
Employee Discount Programs from a variety of vendors (vision, cellular, fitness, recreation, season passes, travel, counseling; legal, financial).
We encourage you to view more about the State of Iowa Employee benefits and costs at the State of Iowa Employee Benefits Website (https://das.iowa.gov/human-resources/employee-and-retiree-benefits/employees) !
You have the freedom to flourish in Iowa - Apply now!
The Iowa Department of Transportation is an equal-opportunity employer. If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing any screening, interviewing, pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection process, please direct your request to the Affirmative Action & Equal Employment Opportunity (AA/EEO) Officer at: aa-eeo@iowadot.us
Reasonable accommodation such as interpreter, translator, written materials, modified equipment/devices, ADA access, etc. This does not include scheduling needs.
The State of Iowa participates in E-Verify,a federal program that helps employers confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. Within the required timeframe, new hires will be verified through the E-Verify system to ensure authorization to work in the United States. The State of Iowa also complies with the federal Right to Work laws, which protect employees' rights to work without being required to join a labor organization. For more information, please visit www.e-verify.gov
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Applicants must meet at least one of the following minimum requirements to qualify for positions in this job classification:
1) Graduation from an accredited college or university with an associate's degree in civil engineering or a related field, and experience equal to five years of full-time work in engineering survey, construction inspection, materials inspection, or materials.
2) All of the following (a and b):
a. Three years of full-time work experience in engineering survey, construction inspection, materials inspection, or materials testing; and
b. A total of four years of education and/or full-time experience (as described in part a), where thirty semester hours of accredited college or university coursework in civil engineering or a related field equals one year of full-time experience.
3) Current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes one year of full-time work as a Construction Technician Senior.
4) Current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes four years of full-time work as a Construction Technician or Highway Technician Senior.
For additional information, please click on thislink to view the job description. (https://das.iowa.gov/sites/default/files/hr/documents/class\and\pay/JobClassDescriptions/ConstructionTechnicianSupervisor-04322.pdf)
Additional Qualification Requirements
Travel, including overnight travel, may be required for positions in this class. Employees must arrange transportation to and from assigned work areas.
Positions in the Department of Transportation require that employees must obtain and maintain a minimum of a valid Class C Non-Commercial Operator's License.
Why Choose the State of Iowa?
At the heart of our commitment to excellence is a dedication to our most valuable asset - our employees. Discover the outstanding benefits that set us apart as an employer of choice.
Our Robust Benefits Package Includes:
Competitive Compensation:
Enjoy a competitive salary that reflects directly on your skills and expertise.
Keep in mind, your wage is just one part of your total compensation. Unlock the complete value of your employment with the State of Iowa by using our user-friendlyTotal Compensation Calculator (https://das.iowa.gov/media/3773/download?inline) .Gain insights into your comprehensive annual compensation, including salary and State-provided benefits.
Health and Wellness:
Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health plans, including medical, dental, and vision coverage. Enjoy the peace of mind knowing that the State of Iowa covers 90% of the premiums, providing you and your loved ones with excellent coverage at a remarkably low cost.
Retirement Planning:
We are proud to offer the Iowa Public Employees Retirement System (IPERS). A defined benefit plan, IPERS benefits are guaranteed for life, meaning once you retire, you will receive the same monthly benefit for the remainder of your life (once vested). We invest in your long-term financial well-being, so you can retire with peace of mind.Click here to learn more about IPERS (https://ipers.org/members) .
Paid Time Off:
Life is unpredictable, and at the State of Iowa, we understand the importance of work-life balance. Our leave policies, including paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave with unlimited accrual, ensure you have the flexibility you need for personal and family matters.
Professional Development:
Elevate your career with continuous learning opportunities. We support your growth through training programs, workshops, and tuition reimbursement.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
We care about your well-being beyond the workplace. Access confidential counseling, resources, and support through our Employee Assistance Program.
Diversity and Inclusion:
Be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces all backgrounds and perspectives. We believe diversity is a strength that drives innovation.
Join Us - Elevate Your Career:
Ready to elevate your career with the State of Iowa?Click here (https://iowa.attract.neogov.com/recruitment/p/benefits) to explore more about our unparalleled benefits and discover what makes us unique. Your success is our priority!
01
Do you understand that the answers to all of the following questions must be truthful, honest, and accurate to the best of your ability? Please read all questions and answers thoroughly and make sure you understand them completely.Ensure the answers to your questions match the information filled out on your application and the attachments you have uploaded. If the answers to your questions are inconsistent with your application information or uploaded attachments, you will be given zero points for the question.Knowingly misrepresenting the facts when submitting any information related to an application, examination, certification, appeal, or any other facet of the selection process will result in your disqualification from this application and future employment with the state of Iowa.
Yes - I understand and agree.
No
02
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY
Have you filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq?
No - I have NOT filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq
Yes - I HAVE filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq
03
Have you graduated from an accredited college or university with an Associate's Degree in Civil Engineering or related field?IF YES- How many years do you have of full-time work experience in engineering survey, construction inspection, materials inspection or materials testing?
Not applicable - I do not have an Associate's Degree in Civil Engineering or related field
I do not have experience in engineering survey, construction inspection, materials inspection or materials testing
Less than three years of experience in engineering survey, construction inspection, materials inspection or materials testing
Three years to less than five years of experience in engineering survey, construction inspection, materials inspection or materials testing
Five or more years of experience in engineering survey, construction inspection, materials inspection or materials testing
04
How many years do you have of a combination of post high school education in Civil Engineering or a related field AND/OR full-time experience in engineering survey, construction inspection, materials inspection or materials testing
30 semester hours equals one year of experience.
I do not have post high school education AND/OR experience in the identified areas
Less than three years of a combination of education and experience in the identified areas
Three years to less than five years of a combination of education and experience in the identified areas
Five to less than seven years of a combination of education and experience in the identified areas
Seven years or more of a combination of education and experience in the identified areas
05
Are you a current State of Iowa employee - executive branch?IF YES- Do you have one year of full-time work in the classification of Construction Technician Senior for the State of Iowa?ORDo you have four years of fulltime work in the classification of Construction Technician or Highway Technician Senior for the State of Iowa?
Not applicable - I am not a State of Iowa Employee
Yes
No
Required Question
Employer
State of Iowa
Agency
645 Iowa Department of Transportation
Address
800 Lincoln Way
Ames, Iowa, 50010
Website
https://iowadot.gov/careers/
Apply
Please verify your email addressVerify Email
