Construction Auditor Lead (Transportation Engineer IV)
Maryland Department of Transportation, Baltimore, MD, United States
Open Recruitment
The Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) owns, operates, and maintains eight major toll facilities across Maryland. With over 50 years of service, MDTA is committed to quality customer service.
Nature of Work
The Construction Auditor Lead oversees accurate administration and documentation of construction projects throughout their lifecycle. The role ensures proper auditing and verification of project pay quantities, preparation of cost estimates, and management of project contracts using electronic management systems such as eMCMS and ProjectSolve.
In addition to technical responsibilities, the incumbent provides guidance to construction personnel, supports system implementation and upgrades, ensures compliance with procedures, collaborates with construction staff, MDOT DoIT, and contractors, and may require site visits and work outside normal office hours.
Responsibilities
Review construction project pay quantities, verify progress payments, and prepare monthly construction progress reports.
Oversee Office Engineers and construction personnel, implement eMCMS on new projects, and audit compliance with system best practices.
Serve as liaison between construction personnel and MDOT DoIT, supporting system upgrades and ensuring data integrity.
Prepare project setup, process monthly estimates, determine final quantities, and generate final Contract Summary Reports.
Instruct Construction Inspectors on proper measurement, documentation, and new procedures for construction projects.
Ensure projects are properly closed out in eMCMS, entering closeout dates, archiving contracts, and submitting “As Built Plans” to the Design Section.
Resolve disputes with contractors regarding pay quantities, submit Final Quantity letters, and secure final Material Clearance documentation, uploading required records to PS2.
Monitor Extra Work Authorizations and verify proper pay adjustments according to contract documents.
Prepare special reports on budgets and scheduling from eMCMS as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited college or university.
Experience:
Four years of professional engineering experience, including two years of construction engineering focused on reviewing and verifying project pay quantities, preparing cost estimates, and managing project contracts and documentation using electronic management systems.
Valid Maryland motor vehicle operator’s license (license class, number, and expiration date must be listed on the application).
Benefits
MDTA employees receive a generous benefits package including a minimum of 11 paid holidays, a minimum of 27 days of leave annually (personal, vacation, and sick), access to the State Pension System, deferred compensation plans, excellent health, dental, and vision plans, among others.
Other Important Information
Hybrid telework schedules may be available.
The State of Maryland requires a drug‑free workplace. Selected candidates may be subject to background and reference checks. The incumbent will not be a member of a covered bargaining unit.
MDTA is an equal‑opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities will be provided upon request. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.
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The Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) owns, operates, and maintains eight major toll facilities across Maryland. With over 50 years of service, MDTA is committed to quality customer service.
Nature of Work
The Construction Auditor Lead oversees accurate administration and documentation of construction projects throughout their lifecycle. The role ensures proper auditing and verification of project pay quantities, preparation of cost estimates, and management of project contracts using electronic management systems such as eMCMS and ProjectSolve.
In addition to technical responsibilities, the incumbent provides guidance to construction personnel, supports system implementation and upgrades, ensures compliance with procedures, collaborates with construction staff, MDOT DoIT, and contractors, and may require site visits and work outside normal office hours.
Responsibilities
Review construction project pay quantities, verify progress payments, and prepare monthly construction progress reports.
Oversee Office Engineers and construction personnel, implement eMCMS on new projects, and audit compliance with system best practices.
Serve as liaison between construction personnel and MDOT DoIT, supporting system upgrades and ensuring data integrity.
Prepare project setup, process monthly estimates, determine final quantities, and generate final Contract Summary Reports.
Instruct Construction Inspectors on proper measurement, documentation, and new procedures for construction projects.
Ensure projects are properly closed out in eMCMS, entering closeout dates, archiving contracts, and submitting “As Built Plans” to the Design Section.
Resolve disputes with contractors regarding pay quantities, submit Final Quantity letters, and secure final Material Clearance documentation, uploading required records to PS2.
Monitor Extra Work Authorizations and verify proper pay adjustments according to contract documents.
Prepare special reports on budgets and scheduling from eMCMS as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited college or university.
Experience:
Four years of professional engineering experience, including two years of construction engineering focused on reviewing and verifying project pay quantities, preparing cost estimates, and managing project contracts and documentation using electronic management systems.
Valid Maryland motor vehicle operator’s license (license class, number, and expiration date must be listed on the application).
Benefits
MDTA employees receive a generous benefits package including a minimum of 11 paid holidays, a minimum of 27 days of leave annually (personal, vacation, and sick), access to the State Pension System, deferred compensation plans, excellent health, dental, and vision plans, among others.
Other Important Information
Hybrid telework schedules may be available.
The State of Maryland requires a drug‑free workplace. Selected candidates may be subject to background and reference checks. The incumbent will not be a member of a covered bargaining unit.
MDTA is an equal‑opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities will be provided upon request. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.
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