Assistant Division Contracts Engineer

State of North Carolina; North Carolina; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Engineer II to join their team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to support division highway projects while ensuring compliance with federal requirements and technical standards. You will be responsible for reviewing plans, estimating costs, and managing contract documentation. The ideal candidate will possess strong project planning skills and a solid understanding of engineering practices. With competitive salaries and state benefits, this position is perfect for those looking to advance their career in a supportive environment.

Benefits

State Benefits

Career Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in project planning, development, scheduling, and completion.
• Ability to analyze large data sets for project management.

Responsibilities

• Review plans, estimate quantities, and verify project data.
• Facilitate the bidding process, including bid opening and compliance review.

Skills

Project Planning

Data Analysis

Customer Service

Engineering Practices

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

APlus

SPECS-WONDERXWLK

Transport-PED

Transport-LAS

Job description

Job Opportunity with NCDOT

This position offers full State Benefits, competitive salaries, and numerous career development opportunities.

The Engineer II role functions as an Assistant Division Contract Engineer, supporting contract preparation and letting for division highway projects, as well as assisting on Central let projects. Responsibilities include reviewing plans, estimating quantities, and verifying project data in accordance with planning reports, technical data, and NCDOT and FHWA policies. The role involves evaluating estimates and proposals from NCDOT units, consultants, municipalities, and counties to ensure compliance with policies, federal requirements, and technical standards.

Key duties include instructing on plan corrections, ensuring accurate cost estimates and project provisions, reviewing plans and proposals, creating contract proposals, and managing contract documentation post-letting. The position also involves facilitating the bidding process, including bid opening, compliance review, and contract awarding. Additionally, the role requires interaction with the Office of Civil Rights to ensure Title VI compliance, working with contractors and partners to uphold these standards.

Applicants should demonstrate experience in project planning, development, scheduling, and completion, along with customer service skills related to explaining engineering concepts. The role requires the ability to analyze large data sets for project management, a solid understanding of engineering practices in construction and project development, and familiarity with NCDOT procedures.

Technical skills include entering data into server-based programs such as APlus, SPECS-WONDERXWLK, Transport-PED, and Transport-LAS. Candidates must meet minimum educational and experience requirements: a Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited institution and at least three years of responsible experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. A professional engineer registration may be required.

For further information, contact Melody M. Eudy at 704-983-4400 or [e-mail].

Applicants must thoroughly complete their application, including all relevant education and work experience, and answer all questions. 'See Attached' or 'See Resume' will not be accepted in lieu of detailed application information.