Engineering Supervisor II - Building Code & Life-Safety Lead

State of North Carolina - Insurance; North Carolina; Hybrid; USD 76,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Insurance, through the Office of the State Fire Marshal, seeks an Engineering Supervisor II (NS) to lead Building Systems Engineers in reviews of construction plans for code compliance. The role emphasizes life-safety protections across public buildings and coordination with SERT duties.

Responsibilities include supervising staff, managing workflows, and providing technical assistance during investigations and interagency collaborations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited institution and four years of progressively responsible experience including two years of supervisory experience.
• Professional engineer registration may be required by the NC Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors.
• Experience applying the North Carolina Code to active construction projects and building systems reviews.
• Strong communication and leadership skills for presenting to stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Building Systems Engineers in timely reviews of construction plans for code compliance.
• Oversee plan reviews for public buildings statewide including renovations and additions.
• Manage daily operations, personnel matters, performance management, and reporting.
• Provide technical assistance on emergency investigations and interagency coordination.

Skills

Engineering management

Supervisory experience

Code compliance expertise

Public presentations

Project planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

4 years progressively responsible experience including 2 years supervisory

Job description

The North Carolina Department of Insurance, through the Office of the State Fire Marshal, seeks an Engineering Supervisor II (NS) to lead Building Systems Engineers in reviews of construction plans for code compliance. The role emphasizes life-safety protections across public buildings and coordination with SERT duties.

Responsibilities include supervising staff, managing workflows, and providing technical assistance during investigations and interagency collaborations.