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Engineer III - Wake Co Construction Office

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Engineer III - Wake Co Construction Office

Salary

$67,852.00 - $118,741.00 Annually

Location

Wake County, NC

Job Type

Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

25-10552

Department

Dept of Transportation

Division

State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys

Opening Date

09/08/2025

Closing Date

9/19/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Class Title

Engineer III

Position Number

60019622

Salary Grade

NC20

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Description of Work

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

The position serves as the Construction Staff Engineer and will assist the Division Construction Unit in managing the division-wide contract construction program. Responsibilities include design review and coordination, utility relocation coordination, responding to public records requests, managing municipal agreements, overseeing project budgets, and monitoring final estimates and the Locally Administered Projects program.

The position provides technical expertise across all phases of highway projects, including feasibility studies, planning, public involvement, design, right-of-way acquisition, utility coordination, environmental permitting, budgeting, project letting, and construction contract administration to ensure timely project delivery. This role also involves preparing and reviewing municipal agreements, project plans, contract documents, specifications, and environmental permits; as well as evaluating and critiquing estimates, plans, and proposals submitted by NCDOT units, consultant engineering firms, municipalities, and counties to ensure compliance with NCDOT policies, federal requirements, and applicable technical standards. The Construction Staff Engineer will serve as a point of contact for the public, local governments, NCDOT staff, and private engineering firms regarding planning, design, and construction matters.

In addition, the position will coordinate with technicians, junior engineers, and support staff on assigned projects and assist with pre- and post-letting contract activities as needed.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

Management prefers applicants with the following:

+ Experience planning, developing, scheduling, tracking, and completing projects independently or with limited supervision

+ Customer service experience related to resolving problems that involve explaining engineering concepts to various customer groups

+ Experience making recommendations and decisions for simple or complex projects

+ Experience in the leading of multiple projects and scheduling and directing multiple work crews

+ Thorough knowledge of principles of civil engineering as it relates to the design, construction, and maintenance of the highway system

Additional Expectations:

Must have a good working knowledge of the operation of Division Construction and its functions including office management techniques; computer skills; oral and written communication skills; interpersonal, organizational, and analytical skills; ability to make independent decisions; interpret and analyze information. Knowledge of the Department’s organization and responsibilities are also essential. Knowledge of the Department’s policies and procedures related to the administration of construction projects. Must have general knowledge of present construction practices, techniques, and policies, including plans, proposals and current specifications. Experience using HiCAMS is required.

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 four (4) 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

Jessica Perry at 919-317-4761

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.

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I understand in order to be qualified for this position, the description of my work experience must clearly reflect the required education and experience. 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

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?

+ Yes

+ No

03

Which of the following best describes your level of experience planning, developing, scheduling, tracking, and completing projects independently or with limited supervision?

+ None

+ Less than 1 Year

+ 1-2 Years

+ 2-3 Years

+ 3 or More Years

04

Explain how you have experience planning, developing, scheduling, tracking, and completing projects independently or with limited supervision?

05

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

+ None

+ Less than 1 Year

+ 1-2 Years

+ 2-3 Years

+ 3 or More Years

06

Explain how you have customer service experience related to resolving problems that involve explaining engineering concepts to various customer groups?

07

Which of the following best describes your level of experience making recommendations and decisions for simple or complex projects?

+ None

+ Less than 1 Year

+ 1-2 Years

+ 2-3 Years

+ 3 or More Years

08

Explain how you have experience making recommendations and decisions for simple or complex projects?

09

Which of the following best describes your level of experience in the leading of multiple projects and scheduling and directing multiple work crews?

+ None

+ Less than 1 Year

+ 1-2 Years

+ 2-3 Years

+ 3 or More Years

10

Explain how you have experience in the leading of multiple projects and scheduling and directing multiple work crews?

11

Which of the following best describes your level of knowledge of principles of civil engineering as it relates to the design, construction, and maintenance of the highway system?

+ None

+ Basic

+ Intermediate

+ Thorough

12

Explain how you have knowledge of principles of civil engineering as it relates to the design, construction, and maintenance of the highway system?

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Employer

State of North Carolina

Website

http://www.ncdot.gov/

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