Engineer II - Division 13 - Project Development

Department of Transportation; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 64,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking an Engineer II (NS) to support the delivery of Division-managed and Locally Administered Projects. The role involves reviewing scopes, planning, ROW and construction plans, budgets, and coordinating with internal teams and external partners.

Responsibilities include maintaining project documentation, updating SAP and SharePoint, and assisting with utility relocations and contract proposals. A valid driver’s license is required for travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an appropriately accredited institution is required.
• Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support to manage division projects and Locally Administered Projects.
• Review preliminary scopes, planning documents, ROW and construction plans and estimates.
• Coordinate reviews with units, track milestones and budgets, assemble reports.
• Update SAP, monitor project websites, and provide SharePoint/ATLAS support.
• Assist with utility relocations, ROW issues, PET Tool quantities, final plan checklists, and contract proposals.
• Communicate with public officials, consultants, and NCDOT personnel; coordinate with Contract Office.
• Review invoices and prepare evaluations and project documents as required.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Job description

Agency Dept of Transportation Division State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys Job Classification

Title Engineer II (NS) Position Number 60023222 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

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 position will provide the engineering support needed to effectively assist in managing the delivery of Division managed projects and Locally Administered Projects. The position will support the Division Project Manager and other project Development Engineers in the group as necessary to ensure timely project delivery. This position will be involved in work such as but not limited to review of preliminary project scopes, planning documents, preliminary ROW and construction plans and estimates, coordinating reviews with other units and reviewers, tracking project milestones and budgets, assembling reports, updating SAP, monitor and update project websites, provide SharePoint and ATLAS support, assist with coordinating utility relocations, assist with Right of Way issues, review PET Tool quantities, review final plan checklists, review contract proposals, compile information to transmit to Contract Office, communicate verbally and in writing with public officials, consultants, and NCDOT personnel as well as the general public. Review and approve invoices. Prepare PEF evaluations and other project documents as required. This position requires a valid driver’s license due to required occasional/often business-related travel and the need to operate a company or personal vehicle while conducting job duties.

Responsibilities included such as traveling between company locations or work sites, attending meetings or training sessions, or visiting projects to inspect contractor’s work.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Grade and Salary Range: NC18 $63,927.00 - $111,871.00

Management prefers applicants with the following:

• Experience working with private engineering firms, municipalities, and planning organizations for review and approval of design plans.
• Knowledge of NCDOT programming, planning, scheduling and funding procedures.
• Experience making decisions based on engineering practices and principles for simple or complex projects.
• Experience planning, developing, scheduling, tracking, and completing projects independently or with limited supervision.
• Experience assimilating large amounts of data by utilizing Microsoft products such as Excel and Outlook and other similar software to properly plan, prioritize, track progress and monitor various projects and programs within the NCDOT.

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. 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

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

Recruiter: Susan Carol Briggs Email: [e-mail] North Carolina State Government is one of the state’s largest employers, with over 76,000 employees all working toward a common goal: a safer and stronger North Carolina. We are a large organization comprised of various agencies, offices, and universities, each providing important public services. Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more. To learn more about the benefits of being a North Carolina state employee, visit the N.C. Office of State Human Resources' website. Permanent, temporary, and time-limited state government jobs can be found from the mountains to the coast. Find your next opportunity today!

State Application Resources/Frequently Asked Questions

Valuing Education and Experience The State of North Carolina values the knowledge and experience of our jobseekers and current state employees. Approximately 91 percent of state job classifications allow experience to be substituted for education or do not require a post-secondary degree. Learn more about how you may qualify for a position through education or directly related experience, or a combination of both, with the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide. All job postings close at 11:59pm the night before the End Date on the posting. Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match. If you are already a state employee, please search for jobs by clicking here.