Engineering Supervisor I - Maintenance Operations Support Team Engineer

State of North Carolina - Department of Transportation; North Carolina; On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of North Carolina - Department of Transportation is seeking an Engineering Supervisor I (NS) to provide technical and administrative support to the Division Maintenance staff. You will oversee maintenance projects, including secondary road construction, safety, and resurfacing programs, and help manage contracts and ID/IQ agreements.

You will also handle budgeting, report generation, and coaching of peers and maintenance supervisors on budget management strategies.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of roadway maintenance, preservation, and design of roadway facilities.
• Experience tracking cost expenditures across large projects and accounts.
• Experience leading teams and coordinating with officials and the public.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance projects including construction, safety, and resurfacing programs.
• Manage Division Resurfacing and Preservation initiatives and contracts.
• Develop and administer ID/IQ contracts across the Division.
• Support budgeting, generate reports, and coach peers on budget management.
• Troubleshoot maintenance issues and ensure policy consistency division-wide.

Skills

Roadway maintenance knowledge

Budget tracking

Supervising others

Public meetings & investigations

Customer service

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) registration

Job description

AgencyDept of TransportationDivisionState Hwy Administrator - Div of HwysJob Classification TitleEngineering Supervisor I (NS)Position Number60017398GradeNC21About UsIt’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 WorkPlease 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.The primary purpose of this position is to provide technical and administrative support to the Division Maintenance staff. This includes overseeing all Maintenance projects such as Secondary Road Construction, Safety, High Impact/Low Cost, Disaster, and Contingency projects, as well as managing the Division Resurfacing and Preservation program. The position supports fiscal responsibilities through budgeting, tracking expenditures, generating and analyzing reports, and coaching peers and maintenance supervisors on effective budget management strategies. It also provides support in developing new contracts for various maintenance functions and administering ID/IQ contracts across the Division. Additionally, the position is responsible for troubleshooting issues within maintenance areas and ensuring consistency in the application of policies and procedures throughout the Division.The selected candidate must be able to legally operate a motor vehicle.Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management PreferencesKnowledge in roadway maintenance, preservation, rehabilitations, design and construction of roadway facilities including pavements, drainage, safety systems, and vegetationExperience in tracking cost expenditures in various account systems on multiple large projectsExperience in conduction meetings with employees, citizens and public officials to conduction investigations and resolve various issuesCustomer service experience related to resolving problems that involve explaining engineering concepts to various customer groupsExperience supervising the work of othersMinimum Education and ExperienceSome 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 StatementT 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.Recruiter:Eboneze Alisa JamesEmail:[e-mail]