Division Project Engineer - Division 1

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

Job summary

The NC Department of Transportation in Edenton seeks an Engineer III to manage Division One projects from concept to construction. You will lead coordination with consultants, regulatory bodies, and internal teams to ensure timely delivery within scope, schedule, and budget.

The role requires strong technical knowledge, effective communication with stakeholders, and proven leadership of engineering staff. A professional engineer license may be required; travel and field inspections are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering and four years of related experience.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may apply per policy.
• Professional engineer registration may be required.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee Division managed projects from inception to final construction plans.
• Coordinate with consultants, agencies, and stakeholders.
• Supervise staff and allocate resources to projects.
• Prepare reports and maintain project tracking and resource management.

Skills

Project management

Engineering principles

Verbal and written communication

Team leadership

Stakeholder coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

4 years of related experience

Tools

Project tracking system

Job description

Agency

Dept of Transportation

Division

State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys

Job Classification Title

Engineer III (NS)

Position Number

60016169

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

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.

This posting is for an Engineer III position that will serve as a Project Manager located in the Division One Project Development Unit in Edenton. NC. The Project Manager is responsible for the management and oversight of assigned Division managed projects from inception to final construction plans in accordance with NCDOT policy, current standards, and specifications. This also includes the oversight of project scopes, schedules, and budgets. The work of the Project Manager includes extensive coordination with consultants, external stakeholders, NCDOT units, regulatory agencies, and the public. The Project Manager oversees the development of all deliverables necessary in the preparation of a project for construction including planning documents, final construction plans, and all supporting studies and analyses. The Project Manager will be responsible for managing the allocation and utilization of resources to successfully deliver Division managed transportation projects.

• Procurement of private engineering services including consultant selection and obtaining notice to proceed.
• Track all aspects of each assigned project from conception to completion, including project feasibility, planning, public involvement, project design, right of way acquisition, environmental issues, budget and project letting to ensure timely delivery of projects and programs.
• Provide engineering and design guidance and supervision to departmental engineering staff and private engineering firms.
• Serve as a liaison between these organizations and the Division.
• Independently develop reports, records and forms necessary for the success of the responsibilities of this position and utilize a project tracking and resource management system.
• Provide status reports of projects and funding sources to the Division Project Development Engineer regularly.
• Perform field engineering investigations.
• Supervise, direct, assist, and train sub-ordinate employees in the performance of duties regarding the coordination of Division managed projects.
• The selected candidate 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

Management prefers applicants with the following:

• Experience making recommendations and decisions for simple or complex project development based on reviewing plans for compliance with engineering principles, standards and design needs
• Considerable knowledge and understanding of engineering concepts, practices, and theories used in the project development and construction engineering of bridges and roadways
• Experience interpreting and communicating verbally and in writing the details of plans, project documents, policies, and procedures to convey information to consultants, department personnel and stakeholders
• Experience leading and maintaining positive working relationships with environmental agencies, public officials, consultants, contractors and NCDOT staff in order to find acceptable solutions to infrastructure project problems
• Demonstrated ability to scope contract work, estimate and negotiate with Private Engineering Firms to accomplish appropriate project designs

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.

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.

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