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Senior Project Manager

Salary

$67,852.00 - $118,741.00 Annually

Location

Jackson County, NC

Job Type

Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

25-10374

Department

Dept of Transportation

Division

State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys

Opening Date

09/03/2025

Closing Date

9/15/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Class Title

Engineer III

Position Number

60023802

Salary Grade

NC20

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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 is an anticipated vacancy.

NC Salary Grade NC20-$67,852-$118,741

Position will serve as the Senior Project Manager and will assist Division Staff in coordinating the planning and design of Division managed transportation projects. Responsible for tracking all aspects of each assigned project from conception to completion, including project feasibility, planning, public involvement, project design, right-of-way acquisition, environmental issues, budget and project letting to ensure timely delivery of projects and programs. Provide engineering and design guidance and supervision to Departmental engineering staff and private engineering firms. Serve as a liaison between these organizations and the Division. Independently develop reports, records and forms necessary for the success of the responsibilities of this position and utilize a project tracking and resource management system. Provide status reports of projects and funding sources to the Project Development Team Lead, Bridge Program Manager, Division Project Development Engineer, and the Division Engineer all on a regular basis. Perform field engineering investigations. Perform and/or oversee the development of feasibility studies, special studies, planning, and environmental studies, mitigation and permitting, and make recommendations for transportation projects, based on these studies.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

Management prefers applicants with the following:

+ Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of civil engineering concepts, practices, and theories used in construction projects and proposal development

+ Experience maintaining effective working relationships with NCDOT staff, consultants, contractors, and public officials while managing conflicts and maintaining deadlines

+ Experience with project development concepts and construction processes, using these skills to identify, resolve issues and develop project scopes and proposals

+ Advanced experience with computer using SAP, MS Word, Excel, MS Project,.

+ Strong skill in organizing resources, planning, scheduling, and coordinating work in order to maintain schedules

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

LaRae Hooper at 828-331-5200

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 knowledge and understanding of civil engineering concepts, practices, and theories used in construction project proposal development?

+ None

+ Basic

+ Intermediate

+ Thorough

04

Explain how you have knowledge and understanding of civil engineering concepts, practices, and theories used in construction project proposal development.

05

Which of the following best describes your level of experience maintaining effective working relationships with NCDOT staff, consultants, contractors, and public officials while managing conflicts and maintaining deadlines?

+ None

+ Basic

+ Intermediate

+ Thorough

06

Explain how you have experience maintaining effective working relationships with NCDOT staff, consultants, contractors, and public officials while managing conflicts and maintaining deadlines.

07

Which of the following best describes your level of experience with project development concepts and construction processes, and using these skills to identify, resolve issues, and develop project scopes and proposals?

+ None

+ Basic

+ Intermediate

+ Thorough

08

Explain how you have experience with project development concepts and construction processes, and using these skills to identify, resolve issues, and develop project scopes and proposals.

09

Which of the following best describes your level of experience with a computer using SAP, MS Word, Excel, MS Project.

+ None

+ Less than 1 year

+ 1-2 years

+ 2-3 years

+ 3 or more years

10

Explain how you have experience with a computer using SAP, MS Word, Excel, MS Project.

11

Which of the following best describes your level of experience organizing resources, planning, scheduling, and coordinating work in order to maintain schedules?

+ None

+ Basic

+ Intermediate

+ Advanced

12

Explain how you have experience organizing resources, planning, scheduling, and coordinating work in order to maintain schedules.

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Employer

State of North Carolina

Website

http://www.ncdot.gov/

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