Contract Time Engineer

nc; North Carolina; On-site; USD 70,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

North Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking an Engineer III (NS) in the Contract Standards and Development Unit to analyze contract time for highway construction projects and to generate time recommendations with inter-unit concurrence.

This permanent, full-time role requires the ability to review multiple projects, understand construction plans, and ensure guidelines are followed. PE registration may be required, and a valid driver’s license is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited institution and four years of progressively responsible experience (or an equivalent combination).
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret a variety of construction plans and understand how those plans interact with each other.
• Knowledge of construction and civil engineering principles and standards.
• Familiarity with managing multiple projects and schedules to meet deadlines.
• May require professional engineer registration by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and determine the time allowed for construction on projects according to Standard Specifications and guidelines.
• Generate contract time recommendations for each project requiring concurrence by other Units.
• Review multiple projects simultaneously and gather information impacting constructability.

Skills

Construction knowledge

Engineering knowledge

Reading plans

Written work direction

Scheduling

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

• Agency
• Dept of Transportation
• Division
• State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys
• Job Classification Title
• Engineer III (NS)
• Position Number
• 60027487
• Grade
• NC20

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

The Contract Standards and Development Unit's mission is to ensure that highway construction projects are designed and contracted in a manner that they satisfy the Department of Transportation's needs in a safe, economical and optimal manner. As a member of this Unit, the responsibility of the Contract Time Engineer is to analyze and determine the time given a Contractor to complete construction on a project in accordance with Standard Specifications, approved guidelines, and professional and industry standards. This position is for a permanent employee who will serve as a part of a three-person team, two permanent employees supported by one part-time employee, who must review multiple projects simultaneously through gathering and evaluating any information that will impact a project's constructability while generating contract time recommendations for each project that require concurrence by other Units

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.

PE is preferred

Must be able to legally operate a motor vehicle.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Grade and Salary Range: NC20 $70,478 - $123,336\

• Working knowledge in construction and civil engineering
• Knowledge of NCDOT internal operations, specifications, standard drawings, and construction procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret a variety of construction plans and understand how those plans interact with each other.
• Demonstrated ability directing others in writing and preparing work which will stand the test of court action
• Demonstrated ability to manage a schedule that may include simultaneous deadlines

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 four (4) years of progressively responsible experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Necessary Special Requirements

May require registration as a professional engineer by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors.

In accordance with the Governor's Executive Order 303 , our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice-involved. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified.

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

T he 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.