Assistant Division Contracts Engineer

State of North Carolina; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Engineer II to join their dynamic team in Raleigh. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage in contract preparation and management for highway projects, ensuring compliance with NCDOT policies. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in engineering concepts and project management, along with excellent communication skills. With competitive salaries and comprehensive state benefits, this position not only promises career advancement but also the chance to make a significant impact on community infrastructure. If you're passionate about engineering and eager to contribute to meaningful projects, this could be the perfect role for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Retirement Plans

Paid Vacation

Sick Leave

Community Service Leave

Paid Parental Leave

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in engineering with a focus on project development.
• Knowledge of NCDOT programming and planning procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist in contract preparation and letting for highway projects.
• Review plans and estimates to ensure compliance with NCDOT standards.

Skills

Project Management

Engineering Concepts

Customer Service

Data Analysis

NCDOT Procedures

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

APlus

SPECS-WONDERXWLK

Transport-PED

Transport-LAS

Job description

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Description of Work

This position with NCDOT offers full State Benefits , competitive salaries and many career development opportunities.

This Engineer II position serves as Assistant Division Contract Engineer and assists the Division Contract Engineer in all functions related to contract preparation and letting for all division-let highway project contracts, and for providing support on Central let projects. Required duties include reviewing plans, estimating quantities and project files to determine if the data contained is correct and in accordance with any planning report, technical data, and current NCDOT and FHWA policies/procedures. Evaluate and critique estimates, plans and proposals prepared and submitted by other NCDOT units or by consultant engineering firms as well as municipalities or counties to ensure that they have been prepared in accordance with NCDOT policies and procedures, federal requirements and technical data pertaining to each project. Instruct and direct the corrections of errors made with any plans, proposals and quantity estimates. Ensure appropriate cost estimates and Project Special Provisions are developed for projects. Specific contract preparation duties include reviewing plans designed by other DOT units or consultants; creating contract proposals, including proper selection and/or writing of required special provisions and reviewing provisions submitted by other DOT units or consultants; ensure all pay items not covered by the standard specifications have a special provision explaining the work involved and the method of measurement for payment; generation and/or review of contract quantities; formulate official engineer’s estimate; determine contract time and enter data into computer applications. This position also assists in advertising projects on division letting website; writing addenda when necessary; conducting bid letting process, to include opening of bids, reviewing of bids to ensure compliance with NCDOT goals, policies and standards; and awarding/execution of contracts. Manage contract documents post-letting to facilitate construction administration including establishing Construction folder on Connect/SharePoint and populating with final bid plans, awarded contract and supporting project documentation. Significant knowledge and understanding of engineering concepts, practices, and theories used in construction project proposal development. Experience maintaining effective working relationships with NCDOT staff, consultants, contractors, and public officials while managing conflicts and deadlines. Experience with project development concepts and construction processes, using these skills to resolve issues and develop proposals. Strong skill in organizing resources, planning, scheduling and coordinating work in order to maintain schedules. This position will interact with the NCDOT Office of Civil Rights to ensure that Division 10 is in compliance with all aspects of Title VI. This will require the employee to work with employees, contractors, and other partners who receive funds from NCDOT to ensure that they are all in compliance with Title VI requirements. This could include working with the Title VI Program to update Title VI plans, working with contractors to ensure necessary Title VI requirements are in contracts, and other duties as necessary. This position will assist the Contracts Engineer and work along with the Administrative Officer I.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities / Competencies

Applicants must submit an application that clearly reflects work experience that demonstrates the following:

• Experience planning, developing, scheduling, tracking, and completing projects independently or with limited supervision
• Customer service experience related to resolving problems that involve explaining engineering concepts to various customer groups
• Experience assimilating large amounts of data to properly plan, prioritize, track progress, and monitor various projects and programs
• Sound knowledge and understanding of engineering concepts, practices, and theories used in the project development and construction engineering of bridges and roadways
• Knowledge of NCDOT programming, planning, scheduling and funding procedures
  
  

Additional Expectations

Position will enter data into server-based programs such as APlus, SPECS-WONDERXWLK, Transport-PED and Transport-LAS.

Minimum Education And Experience Requirements

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 oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for detail.

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.

Supplemental and Contact Information

Supplemental Contact Information: Melody M. Eudy, 704-983-4400 &/or [e-mail]

Applicants must meet both the minimum requirements and all posted Knowledge, Skills and Ability requirements to be considered Qualified for the position. It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and work experience and that you answer all questions associated with the application.

NCDOT will not accept “See Attached” or “See Resume” in lieu of education and work experience completed on the application. If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the posting date will be accepted.

NOTE: For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments: There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.

For Permanent And Time-limited Appointments

Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation.

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I understand in order to be qualified for this position, the description of my work experience must clearly reflect the required education and experience as well as the posted knowledge, skills and abilities for this position. I have included all of this information within my application. (If you haven't completed the application requirements, please return to your application to finish it before submitting your application.)

• Yes
• No
  
  

02

Which of the following best describes your level of experience planning, developing, scheduling, tracking, and completing projects independently or with limited supervision?

• None
• Less Than 1 Year
• 1 - 2 Years
• 2 - 3 Years
• 3 or More Years
  
  

03

Explain how you have experience planning, developing, scheduling, tracking, and completing projects independently or with limited supervision.

04

Which of the following best describes your level of customer service experience related to resolving problems that involve explaining engineering concepts to various customer groups?

• None
• Less Than 1 Year
• 1 - 2 Years
• 2 - 3 Years
• 3 or More Years
  
  

05

Explain how you have customer service experience related to resolving problems and that involve explaining engineering concepts to various customer groups.

06

Which of the following best describe you level of experience assimilating large amounts of data to properly plan, prioritize, track progress and monitor various projects and programs within the NCDOT?

• None
• Less Than 1 Year
• 1 - 2 Years
• 2 - 3 Years
• 3 or More Years
  
  

07

Explain how you have experience assimilating large amounts of data to properly plan, prioritize, track progress and monitor various projects and programs within the NCDOT.

08

Which of the following best describes your level of knowledge and understanding of engineering concepts, practices, and theories used in the project development and construction engineering of bridges and roadways?

• None
• Limited
• Intermediate
• Advanced
  
  

09

Explain your level of knowledge and understanding of engineering concepts, practices, and theories used in the project development and construction engineering of bridges and roadways.

10

Which of the following best describe you level of knowledge of NCDOT programming, planning, scheduling and funding procedures?

• None
• Limited
• Intermediate
• Advanced
  
  

11

Explain your level of knowledge of NCDOT programming, planning, scheduling and funding procedures.

• Required Question

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Government Administration

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