Sr. Assistant Resident Engineer

Agency

Dept of Transportation

Division

State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys

Job Classification Title

Engineer II (NS)

Position Number

60018308

Grade

NC18

About Us

It’s the mission of the NC Department of Transportation to connect people, products and places safely and efficiently with customer focus, accountability, and environmental sensitivity to enhance the economy and vitality of North Carolina. We encourage you to consider joining NCDOT where our work not only serves the citizens of North Carolina but has an impact on our world through all modes of transportation.

Description of Work

Please note that all positions close at 12:00 AM on the posted closing date. You must apply by 11:59 PM prior to the posted closing date.

The employee in this position will serve as the Senior Assistant Resident Engineer in the Resident Engineer’s Office located in Columbus County, NC. The employee in this position is responsible for minor and/or major construction projects, supervising employees and preparing and evaluating the performance of employees. The employee in this position must be proficient at plan reading, highway engineering calculations, and the survey instruments necessary to supervise the stake-out of line grade for roadways and structures. Duties of the position include preparation of monthly estimates, final estimates and written and oral communication with contractors, inspection personnel, utility companies and the public to ensure compliance with contract plans, standards, and specifications. This employee will also evaluate data collected by field personnel and prepare technical letters and reports, review contract plans, specifications, and materials testing results. The employee in this position requires minimal supervision from the Resident Engineer. Selected candidate in this position will be expected to operate a state vehicle.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Grade and Salary Range:  NC18 - $63,927 - $111,871

Management prefers applicants with the following:

• Knowledge of contract administration to ensure projects are constructed in accordance with the department’s specifications, standard drawings and policies.

• Experience interpreting construction plans, provisions, specifications, policies, procedures, and regulations.

• Experience in performing engineering analysis on complex contract administration issues, and the timely approval/denial of these issues through supplemental agreements and claims.

• Experience in supervising subordinate employees, to include supervision of Construction Engineering Inspection personnel, to meet department goals.

• Customer service experience related to resolving problems that involve explaining engineering concepts to various customer groups.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field of engineering from an appropriately accredited institution and three (3) years of progressively responsible experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Necessary Special Qualification May require registration as a professional engineer by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter:

Marjorie Smith Davis

Email:

DOT-WorkdayJobRecruitment@ncdot.gov