Engineering Supervisor II

NCDOT; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 76,000 - 148,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking an Engineering Supervisor II (NS) to support the Location and Surveys Unit and lead geomatics initiatives across divisions.

You will oversee staff, engage in complex geomatics engineering tasks, and drive projects to meet timelines and budgets while upholding professional surveying standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited institution.
• Four years of progressively responsible experience including two years in supervision.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may apply per job posting guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a subject matter expert on geomatics engineering across the division.
• Provide supervisory and advanced professional work directing the geomatics group.
• Assist in planning, evaluating and estimating division projects.
• Spend substantial time performing complex geomatics engineering tasks.
• Ensure uniform geomatics engineering and contract administration practices.

Skills

Geomatics engineering

Supervisory experience

Project planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

4 years progressively responsible experience including 2 years supervisory

Job description

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

Job Classification Title Engineering Supervisor II (NS) Position Number 60025165 Grade NC22

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.

The primary purpose of the Location and Surveys Unit is to provide statewide engineering and geomatics analysis in the development of transportation facilities and acquisition of property in accordance with the best professional engineering and surveying practices consistent with all laws and regulations governing the State Highway System.

The Location & Surveys Unit is looking for an Engineering Supervisor II to serve as an assistant to the Division Team Lead.

In this role you will:

• serve as one of the 14 Divisions’ subject matter expert regarding geomatics engineering in accordance with professional surveying practices.
• provide independent supervisory and advanced professional work in directing the engineering and geomatics-oriented group in a moderately complex and/or broad functional area.
• assist in planning, evaluating and estimating Division managed projects by directing staff and Division engineers/managers regarding geomatics engineering in accordance with best professional surveying practices.
• spend a considerable portion of your time performing more complex, controversial or advanced geomatics engineering work
• provide uniform geomatics engineering and associated contract administration practices within your assigned Division to ensure timely project delivery.
• be responsible for mitigating technical and logistical issues and providing solutions to deliver assigned Division and Central managed projects on time and within budgetary restraints.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Grade and Salary Range: NC22 $75,925 to $148,054

Management prefers applicants with the following:

• Experience utilizing all aspects of transportation and geomatics engineering rules, practices, standards and principles.
• Experience ensuring compliance with Department/Unit procedures in geomatics engineering operations and policies.
• Experience making final recommendations and decisions requiring geomatics knowledge, providing professional surveying technical guidance, and collaborating with professionals regarding project network control.
• Experience directing, supervising, completing performance management reviews, and coordinating multiple geomatics operations and supervising permanent employees, contractors and consultants.
• Experience interpreting and communicating complex geomatics engineering design concepts and techniques.

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 including two (2) years of supervisory 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. In accordance with the Governor’s Executive Order 303, our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice-involved. 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.

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.

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