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Careers at SCDES: Where Passion Meets Preservation
Do you love South Carolina and protecting the environment? Come join our team at SCDES, put your passion to work with us! We are dedicated to protecting the state of South Carolina and we would love to have you as a member of our team! Science | Service | Sustainability
About the Role:
Under direct supervision, the SRF Project Manager will provide entry-level to intermediate engineering technical review, support, and oversight for projects funded by the Clean Water State Revolving Fund (SRF) and Drinking Water SRF. In this role, you will review and approve project documents and activities to ensure compliance with state and federal environmental regulations, SRF requirements, and program policies. These projects involve the construction and improvement of drinking water, wastewater and stormwater infrastructure to protect human health and the environment. This work directly contributes to cleaner water, healthier communities, and stronger environmental stewardship across the state.
What is the State Revolving Fund (SRF) Program?
The SRF program provides low-interest rate loans for building or repairing wastewater and drinking water plants, collection and distribution systems, and stormwater quality improvement projects. Municipalities, counties, and special purpose districts can apply for an SRF loan. The program is run by the SC Department of Environmental Services (SCDES), SC Rural Infrastructure Authority (RIA), and the Office of Local Government (OLG). You can read more about the program and projects it supports through this link.
Job Responsibilities:
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Perform technical reviews and approve preliminary engineering reports, construction plans, and specifications for SRF projects.
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Review and approve construction bid documents and participate in pre-construction conferences.
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Provide oversight of assigned projects during construction and approve change orders and draw requests.
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Coordinate with SRF project managers and other state and federal agencies to complete environmental assessments.
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Provide technical assistance to public officials, members of the public, consulting engineers, SCDES staff, and other state agencies.
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Other duties as assigned by the SRF program manager.
Why Join Us?
As a state employee, you’ll enjoy:
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Job Stability & Purposeful Work: Make an impact on your community as you contribute to protecting SC's environment
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Great Benefits: Including paid holidays, 30 total days of leave per year, insurance options for you and your family and retirement benefit choices.
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Career Growth: Ongoing training, professional development, and opportunities for advancement.
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Work-Life Balance: A career that lets you enjoy South Carolina, inside and outside of your job.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
A bachelor's degree in engineering, Engineering Technology, or Construction Science and Management.
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The applicant's engineering degree must be accredited by EAC/ABET, CEAB, and Programs Recognized in the ABET “Washington Accord” Listings, or you must provide an approved equivalency letter from The South Carolina Department of Labor Licensing & Regulation (LLR). Uploading a copy of your transcript is highly encouraged.
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If the applicant is utilizing the ‘substantially equivalent education’ pathway, the approval letter from LLR must be final at time of application.
Additional Requirements:
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Must maintain a valid SC driver’s license.
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Must have entry level knowledge of environmental or civil engineering practices and principles.
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Ability to plan and prepare clear and concise written reports.
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Must have strong oral communication skills.
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Ability to climb ladders, stairs, and walk across rough terrain.
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Ability to use a personal computer and applicable agency software applications.
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Must have the educational background required in order to become a registered PE.
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Ability to read and interpret regulations and conduct site inspections in a professional, thorough manner.
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Must be well organized and possess excellent writing skills.
Institutions of Higher Learning must be recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application are encouraged to upload an unofficial copy of the transcript as an attachment to the application. Please note that the agency may require an official, certified copy of the transcript or diploma prior to hiring.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION SCDES is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.
The Department will not sponsor H1B visas for this position.
The South Carolina Department of Environmental Services offers an exceptional benefits package for full time (FTE) employees:-
Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children. Click here for additional information.
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15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
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15 days sick leave per year
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13 paid holidays
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Paid parental leave
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S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available (S.C. Deferred Compensation)
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Retirement benefit choices*
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State Retirement Plan (SCRS)
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State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)
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Remote Work: The option to work remotely 2 days per week is available after successful completion of 1 year of employment with SCDES, based on job functions.
- Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all FTE employees; please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.
