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

nc; North Carolina; On-site; USD 64,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) in the Marion Resident Engineer's Office seeks an Engineer II (NS) to manage highway construction contracts, supervise construction work, and enforce contract administration across projects.

The role requires strong knowledge of Civil Engineering principles, plan reading, and field decisions, with duties including monthly/final estimates, inspections, and coordinating with contractors and staff. Night work possible.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering and 3+ years of progressively responsible experience or equivalent.
• Professional engineering registration may be required.
• Experience in managing highway construction contracts and field supervision.

Responsibilities

• Manage administration of highway construction contracts and supervise work.
• Prepare monthly and final estimates and maintain project records.
• Coordinate with contractors, staff, and the public; ensure environmental compliance.

Skills

Contract administration

Civil engineering

Project management

Supervision

Customer service

Education

Bachelors in engineering

ABET-accredited program

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 with 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

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

Management prefers applicants with the following:

• 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. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified.

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