Engineer II

Posting Information

Posting Number: PG194500EP

Internal Recruitment: No

Working Title: Engineer II

Anticipated Hiring Range: $80,000 - $87,000

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm

Job Location: Raleigh, NC

Department: Design & Construction

NC State University Facilities Division is home to nearly 900 professionals who plan, build and maintain the spaces that foster an environment where innovation, learning, and community thrive. Through this work, we help create spaces that empower students, faculty, and staff to reach their full potential. Operating year-round, we manage more than 16.7 million gross square feet of built space and oversee 4,733 acres of campus infrastructure through a series of core departments, each composed of multiple specialized units:

• Design & Construction
• Business Operations
• Campus Operations and Maintenance
• Campus Planning and Strategic Investment

Whether responding to a maintenance request, shaping future facilities or creating spaces that inspire discovery, our team is grounded in excellence, service and stewardship.

Join the pack and become part of one of the largest and most respected employers in the state, helping shape the future of our campus community. Take a look below to see what we offer!

As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.

What we offer:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement Programs
• Disability Plans
• Life Insurance
• Accident Plan
• Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
• 12 Holidays Each Year
• Tuition and Academic Assistance
• And so much more!

Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

Disclaimer:
Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.

Are you a dynamic engineering professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment where no two projects are the same? Do you enjoy seeing projects move from concept to completion while serving as the trusted point of contact for stakeholders?

We are seeking an Engineer II to provide design and construction project management services across a varied portfolio of renovation and new construction projects ranging from $5,000 to $5 million. This role is ideal for a proactive, solutions-oriented professional who enjoys managing multiple projects, collaborating with varied teams, and delivering high-quality results that directly impact campus operations and infrastructure.

If you’re ready to take ownership of meaningful projects and help shape the built environment, we encourage you to apply.

Key responsibilities and duties include, but are not limited to:

• Serve as the university’s primary point of contact and customer representative, managing 15–20 concurrent projects in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Manage renovation and new construction projects ranging from $5K to $5M across varied facility types, including academic, research, residential, dining, athletic, administrative, exterior spaces, transportation, and utility infrastructure.
• Oversee projects of varying complexity involving architectural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, life safety (fire alarm and sprinkler), telecommunications, security, site utilities, communications, and conveyance systems.
• Manage third-party designers and contractors throughout the project lifecycle, including scope development, bidding, award, construction, inspections, occupant move-in, and contract closeout.
• Develop scopes of work, review construction documents, and prepare cost estimates to support project planning and procurement.
• Lead bid processes in accordance with State Construction Office policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with state procurement requirements.
• Administer construction contracts by managing schedules, enforcing contract terms, reviewing and processing RFIs, submittals, change orders, payment applications, and project documentation.
• Conduct effective design reviews to ensure quality assurance and proactively prevent construction issues through coordinated planning and problem avoidance.
• Apply working knowledge of North Carolina building codes, standards, and ordinances applicable to state and university construction projects.
• Ensure full compliance with State Construction Office requirements and university guidelines throughout design and construction phases.
• Perform quality control inspections and proactively coordinate construction activities to maintain safety, regulatory compliance, and operational continuity.
• Lead and participate in construction-related meetings, including pre-bid, bid openings,…