Assistant Resident Engineer – Winston-Salem Construction 1

Agency Dept of Transportation Division State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys Job Classification Title Engineer I (NS) Position Number 60021049 Grade NC16

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. This posting is for an Engineer I position that will serve as the Assistant Resident Engineer in the Winston Salem Construction I office. The position will assist the Resident Engineer and the Senior Assistant Resident Engineer with contract administration. This position reviews and evaluates reports, contractor claims, contract plans, specifications, and permits, as well as performing field inspections. This position will write and review engineering documentation, attend project related meetings representing NCDOT, and review proposed and active highway projects. The position represents the Department on technical issues and advises the parties involved on the policies and specifications, and monitors construction activities for quality, safety, environmental protection, and project delivery. This position also provides engineering support to the Engineering Technicians, and contract inspectors. Will perform other duties as assigned. Position may be required to attend public meetings outside of normal business hours.

Duties for this position also include the following:

• Ability to establish and maintain positive lines of communication between technicians, engineers, contractors, public officials, and the public.
• Should be able to effectively communicate in a clear, concise, organized, and persuasive manner.
• Ability to work safely in an outside environment with exposure to hazards on construction sites including heights, highway traffic, and traversing rough terrain in evaluating highway construction.
• Must be able to perform moderate physical activity including but not limited to walking, climbing, balancing, kneeling, and standing.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Must apply safety philosophy and program to all operations.
• Safety-toed shoes required.
• Offer of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of NCDOT post offer employment evaluation.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Grade and Salary Range: NC16 $57,983.00 – $101,470.00

Management prefers applicants with the following:

• Experience planning, developing, scheduling, tracking, and completing projects independently or with limited supervision
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of professional civil engineering as they apply to highway and traffic engineering and transportation planning
• Experience making recommendations and decisions for simple or complex projects
• Experience in customer service related to resolving problems that involve explaining complicated engineering concepts to various customer groups
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff across the Department, other agencies, and the public
• Experience training, planning, coordinating, and supervising the work of other employees

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; 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.

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.

Recruiter:

Lindsey Blake Puryear

Email: DOT-WorkdayJobRecruitment@ncdot.gov

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