Assistant Resident Engineer​/Engineer

Position: Assistant Resident Engineer/Engineer I
## Assistant Resident Engineer/Engineer IApplylocations:
Lee County, NCtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todaytime left to apply:
End Date:
July 22, 2026 (11 days left to apply) job requisition :
JR-119648
** Agency
* * Dept of Transportation
** Division
* * State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys
** Job Classification Title
** Engineer I (NS)
** Position Number
**** 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.
Anticipated Vacancy - Posting is for an Engineer I position that will serve as Assistant Resident Engineer in the Sanford Resident Engineer’s Office. The position will assist the Resident Engineer in providing day-to-day management and contract administration of roadway and structure projects constructed by private contractors. The position is also responsible for the supervision of lower-level technicians. Duties will include, but not be limited to, performing project field inspections, preparing monthly/final pay estimates, creating, reviewing, and evaluating supplemental agreements and claims, ensure compliance with both NCDOT and external environmental agency erosion control and permit requirements, resolve constructability issues, and serve as DOT project representative for formal and informal meetings with contractors, utilities, local officials, media, and the general public.

Employee will be expected to communicate in a clear and concise manner, both orally and in writing. Employee will need the ability to make independent decisions using sound engineering judgment. Employee should have experience using computers and electronic tablets with SharePoint and HICAMS experience preferred. Employee will be expected to apply Department safety standards and program to operations. Employee may be exposed to hazards including construction equipment, high traffic volumes, and heights over water or traffic and will be expected to work outside in varying temperature and weather conditions.

Employee will be expected to perform moderate physical activity such as walking, climbing, kneeling, and standing. Employee may need to work nights, weekends, and holidays as required. The selected applicant will be expected to legally operate a motor vehicle. Safety toe shoes required.
** Knowledge

Skills and Abilities

/Management Preferences
** Salary Grade and Salary Range:  NC16  $57,983 - $101,470
** Management prefers applicants with the following:
*** Experience in reading and interpreting highway construction plans and contracts
* Experience in directing, assisting, or training of subordinate employees
* Experience administering contracts
* Knowledge of the principles and practices of Civil Engineering
* Knowledge and understanding of general concepts, practices, and theories used in construction, construction inspection, and/or construction surveying
** 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
** It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and work experience and that you answer all questions associated with the application.*
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