Senior Assistant Resident Engineer - Salisbury Construction

Agency

Dept of Transportation

Division

State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys

Job Classification Title

Engineer II (NS)

Position Number

60021044

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

This posting is for a Senior Assistant Resident Engineer position in the Salisbury Construction Resident Engineer’s Office. This is an Engineer II position that will perform engineering and administrative functions to assist the Resident Engineer in the oversight and contract administration of major construction projects in Division 9. This position will perform project oversight to ensure timely delivery and guarantee quality of work for highway construction projects, while also providing supervision of employees (including NCDOT technicians and CEI personnel) engaged in the inspection of the work. Contract administration includes, but is not limited to, communicating daily with contractors, construction office staff, and engineers, developing Supplemental Agreements to settle project issues as needed, creating and monitoring project records such as correspondence, pay estimates, daily reports, and project material certification. This position will assist the Resident Engineer in administrative matters within the office. This position will provide training, direction, and coordination of the work of engineering technicians and lower-level engineers assigned to projects. This position will attend meetings with contractors, engineers, other NCDOT agencies, local government officials, technicians, and stakeholders.

The selected applicant will be expected to supervise, direct, manage and train lower-level employees and/or contract engineering personnel to achieve established project delivery metrics. Must have experience in Microsoft office, Outlook, HiCams, and use of GIS software. Ability to work safely in both office and outside environments with exposure to hazards on construction sites including heights, highway traffic, and traversing rough terrain in evaluating highway construction. Must be able to perform moderate physical activity including but not limited to walking, climbing, balancing, kneeling, and standing. Must apply safety philosophy and program to all operations. Employee may be required to work at night, weekends, holidays, and extended hours as required to resolve project issues. Must be able to legally drive a state vehicle. Safety toe shoes are required for this position.
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.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

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

Management prefers applicants with the following:

• Experience planning, developing, scheduling, tracking, and completing projects independently or with limited supervision
• Knowledge of NCDOT programming, planning, scheduling and funding procedures
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of professional civil engineering as they apply to highway and traffic engineering and transportation planning
• Experience making recommendations and decisions for simple or complex projects
• 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.

It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and work experience and that you answer all questions associated with the application.

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:

Adrianna N Blackmer

Email:

[email protected]