Engineer II - Senior Resident Engineer - Division 13 - Marion Construction

Department of Transportation; North Carolina; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking an Engineer II (NS) to serve as Senior Assistant Resident Engineer in the Marion area, McDowell County. You will administer highway construction contracts, supervise contractor work, and ensure safety and quality on projects.

Responsibilities include plan reading, civil engineering calculations, monthly/final estimates, and environmental compliance, with occasional travel and ability to work night/weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering with 3 years of progressively responsible experience or an equivalent combination.
• Knowledge of civil engineering and construction methods, materials, and equipment.
• Experience supervising Construction Engineering Inspection personnel.
• Proficiency in plan reading and highway engineering calculations.
• Experience in contract administration (estimates, monthly meetings, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Manage administration of highway construction contracts.
• Supervise contractor construction work.
• Inspect construction work to ensure compliance.
• Prepare monthly and final estimates and other records.
• Ensure environmental compliance during projects.
• Maintain documentation and submittals throughout contract life.

Skills

Contract administration

Plan reading

Supervise staff

Communication

Field engineering

Team coordination

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

HiCAMS

SharePoint

Job description

Agency Dept of Transportation Division State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys
Job Classification Title: Engineer II (NS)
Position Number: 60023201 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 is in McDowell County, NC in the Marion Resident Engineer’s Office. This position will function as an Engineer II that will serve as the Senior Assistant Resident Engineer. This position will manage the administration of highway construction contracts, supervise contract construction work, establish engineering controls for the contractor, and inspect construction work. The position will be responsible for contract administration of all types of construction projects including Central and Division let contracts. The position requires proficiency in plan reading, highway engineering calculations, and familiarity in the operations of survey instruments. Other duties include the preparation of monthly estimates, final estimates, and other recordkeeping required during the life of a contract construction project. The selected applicant for this position must possess working knowledge of the principles and practices of Civil Engineering and construction methods, materials, and equipment.

• Ability to understand, explain and administer contracts, and interpret construction plans, provisions, standards, and specifications.
• Ability to train, coordinate, and supervise subordinate employees.
• Ability to communicate, establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, contractor’s personnel, and the public.
• Ability to make Field Engineering decisions.
• Ability to perform Contract Administration (estimates, supplemental agreements, claims, correspondences, submittals, monthly construction meetings, ensuring environmental compliance, etc.).
• Ability to withstand extreme weather and terrain conditions while performing duties.
• Night and weekend work may be required.
• Safety toe footwear is required.
• Employees must have the ability to safely operate a motor vehicle.
• HiCAMS and SharePoint experience preferred.
• This position requires a valid driver’s license due to required occasional business-related travel and the need to operate a company or personal vehicle while conducting duties.
• Responsibilities may include duties such as traveling between company locations or work sites, attending meetings, training sessions, and field visits to ensure proper, safe standards and procedures are met.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

• Knowledge of contract administration to ensure projects are constructed in accordance with the Department’s Specifications, Standard Drawings, and Policies.
• Knowledge and understanding of the principles and practices of Civil Engineering and construction methods, materials, and equipment in performance of Contract Administration functions (estimates, supplemental agreements, claims, correspondence, submittals, monthly construction meetings, and ensuring environmental compliance).
• Experience in supervising the work of others, including supervision of Construction Engineering Inspection personnel to meet department goals.
• Customer service experience related to resolving problems that involve explaining engineering concepts to various customer groups.
• Experience in the management of multiple projects and directing multiple work crews.

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.

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.

Employer Information

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.

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.