Assistant Resident Engineer - Ahoskie Construction

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.

This posting is for an Engineer I that will serve as the Assistant Resident Engineer at the Ahoskie Construction Office in Division One. Position will perform the following duties:

• Manage the day-to-day operations of construction projects.
• Directly supervise and provide engineering level support for technicians.
• Provide prompt public relations response to various inquiries from public, NCDOT officials and other governmental agencies.
• Conduct daily coordination with Contractor and NCDOT Project Staff.
• Make field engineering decisions.
• Conduct environmental reviews and manage erosion control efforts.
• Perform Contract Administration (estimates, supplemental agreements, claims, correspondence, submittals, monthly construction meetings, ensures environmental compliance, etc.).
• Monitor and resolve traffic control issues as they occur.
• Coordinate utility relocations.
• Review materials test results and initiate penalties, if required, and other duties as assigned.

• Must possess working knowledge of principles and practices of Civil Engineering and construction methods, materials, and equipment.
• Ability to understand, explain, and administer contracts; interpret construction plans, provisions, standards, and specifications.
• Ability to train, coordinate, and supervise subordinate employees.
• Ability to communicate, establish, and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, contractor’s personnel, and the general public.
• Ability to make Field Engineering Decisions.
• Ability to perform Contract Administration (estimates, supplemental agreements, claims, correspondence, submittals, monthly construction meetings, ensuring environmental compliance, etc.).
• Ability to withstand extreme weather and terrain conditions while performing duties. Night and weekend work may be required.
• Must be able to legally operate a State vehicle.
• Safety toe shoes are required.

Minimum Education:

Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field of engineering from an appropriately accredited institution; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Some state job postings allow qualification through an equivalent combination of education and experience or a combination of both.

May require registration as a professional engineer by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors.

NC16 - $57,983 - $101,470

• Experience in reading and interpreting highway construction plans and contractors.
• Experience directing, assisting, or training of sub-ordinate 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.

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.