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Senior Assistant Resident Engineer

Salary

$61,545.00 - $107,703.00 Annually

Location

Johnston County, NC

Job Type

Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

25-06517

Department

Dept of Transportation

Division

State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys

Opening Date

05/28/2025

Closing Date

6/6/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Class Title

Engineer II

Position Number

60017963

Section

Division 4 - Construction

Salary Grade

NC18

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+ Benefits

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Description of Work

This position with NCDOT offers fullState Benefits (https://oshr.nc.gov/state-employee-resources/benefits) , competitive salaries and many career development opportunities.

This position is for skilled professional engineering work that will serve as an Engineer II/Senior Assistant Resident Engineer in the Division 4 Construction Office in Johnston County.

+ In this position you will manage the administration of highway construction contracts and supervise contract construction work, establishment of engineering controls for the contractor and inspection of the construction work.

+ In this position you will be responsible for contract administration of all types of construction projects including Central and Division let contracts.

+ You are required to be proficient 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 record keeping required during the life of a contract construction project.

+ May be required to work nights, weekends, holidays, and extended hours as necessary.

+ Duties of the position included preparation of monthly estimates, final estimates and written and oral communication with contractors, inspection personnel, utility companies, and the general-public, to ensure compliance with contract plans, standards and specifications.

+ You will also evaluate data collected by field personnel and prepare technical letters and reports, review contract plans, specifications, and materials testing results.

+ The employee in this position requires minimal supervision from the Resident Engineer. You will be expected to operate a State Vehicle.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

Applicants must submit an application that clearly reflects work experience that demonstrates the following:

+ Working knowledge of contract administration to ensure projects are constructed in accordance with the department's specifications, standard drawings and policies

+ Working knowledge of customer service experience related to resolving problems that involve explaining engineering concepts to various customer groups

+ Demonstrated ability to understand, explain and administer highway contract construction projects

+ Experience interpreting construction plans, provisions, specifications, policies, procedures and regulations

+ Experience training, planning, coordinating, and supervising the work of other employees

Additional Expectations:

Possess working knowledge of principles and practices of civil engineering and construction methods, materials, and equipment. Promote safe working environment. Proficiency in the use of personal computer and ability to utilize contract administration software, if necessary. Ability to understand, explain, and administer contracts, interpret plans, provisions and specifications, train other employees and plan, coordinate and supervise work. Ability to apply knowledge to circumstances presented and plan work to effectively utilize all resources. Ability to organize and direct resources to meet goals. Must be able to identify, report, and assess potential problems, and assess options. Ability to use sound engineering judgement in conducting engineering studies and preparing geometric designs. Ability to make recommendations and decisions on non-routine engineering and/or program matters or other areas requiring technical engineering expertise. Comprehensive knowledge of local, state, and federal rules and regulations relating to the Traffic Engineering field. Ability to effectively supervise employees. Ability to form effective working relationships with inter-agency units and the general public. Must be able to possess good communication skills, and communicate effectively both orally, and in writing.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

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 oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for detail.

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.

Supplemental and Contact Information

Supplemental Contact InformationJennifer Cummings @ 919-209-1090 or [email protected]

Applicants must meet both the minimum requirements and all posted Knowledge, Skills and Ability requirements to be considered Qualified for the position. It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and work experience and that you answer all questions associated with the application.

NCDOT will not accept “See Attached” or “See Resume” in lieu of education and work experience completed on the application. If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the posting date will be accepted.

NOTE: For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments: There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.

For permanent and time-limited appointments:

Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation.

01

I understand in order to be qualified for this position, the description of my work experience must clearly reflect the required education and experience as well as the posted knowledge, skills and abilities for this position. I have included all of this information within my application. (If you haven't completed the application requirements, please return to your application to finish it before submitting your application.)

+ Yes

+ No

02

Which of the following best describes your level of working knowledge of contract administration to ensure projects are constructed in accordance with the department's specifications, standard drawings and policies?

+ None

+ Less than 1 Year

+ 1 - 2 Years

+ 2 - 3 Years

+ 3 or More Years

03

Explain how you have working knowledge of contract administration to ensure projects are constructed in accordance with the department's specifications, standard drawings and policies.

04

Which of the following best describes your level of working knowledge of customer service experience related to resolving problems that involve explaining complicated engineering concepts to various customer groups?

+ None

+ Less than 1 Year

+ 1 - 2 Years

+ 2 - 3 Years

+ 3 or More Years

05

Explain how you have working knowledge of customer service experience related to resolving problems that involve explaining complicated engineering concepts to various customer groups.

06

Which of the following best describes the level of ability you have demonstrated understanding, explaining and administering highway contract construction projects?

+ None

+ Basic

+ Intermediate

+ Thorough

07

Explain how you have demonstrated you have the ability to understanding, explaining and administering highway contract construction projects.

08

Which of the following best describes your level of experience interpreting construction plans, provisions, specifications, policies, procedures and regulations?

+ None

+ Less than 1 Year

+ 1 - 2 Years

+ 2 - 3 Years

+ 3 or More Years

09

Explain how you have experience interpreting construction plans, provisions, specifications, policies, procedures and regulations.

10

Which of the following best describes your level of experience training, planning, coordinating, and supervising the work of other employees?

+ None

+ Less than 1 Year

+ 1 - 2 Years

+ 2 - 3 Years

+ 3 or More Years

11

Explain how you have experience training, planning, coordinating, and supervising the work of other employees.

Required Question

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State of North Carolina

Website

http://www.ncdot.gov/

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