Agency

Dept of Transportation

Division

State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys

Job Classification Title

Engineer I (NS)

Position Number

60026997

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.

The Utilities Unit, under the Preconstruction Division, facilitates and manages the relocation, adjustment, removal, and addition of utilities along NCDOT highways and rights of ways to maintain the integrity, mobility, and safety of the highway system for its users.

This entry-level position reports to the Regional Manager and Preconstruction Division and performs project management tasks in support of engineering design activities and schedules for NCDOT projects.

In this role you will:

•Provide resource management that may include the supervision of lower-level administrative and technical staff.
•Suggest recommendations and represent the Regional Utilities Engineer and Preconstruction in presenting these decisions.
•Review utility analysis and routing reports, utility relocation plans and special provisions, project estimates, and cost responsibility determinations.
•Maintain effective working relationships with other utility owners to ensure the successful completion of project tasks.
•Provide technical assistance in the continued support of the Divisions during project design and construction.
•Occasionally be required to travel to field sites for meetings and investigations, including occasional overnight travel.

Management prefers applicants with the ability to legally operate a motor vehicle

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Grade and Salary Range: NC16  $57,983 - $101,470

Management prefers applicants with the following:

• Experience supporting utility coordination tasks, maintaining deliverable trackers, and escalating issues as needed.
• Experience using CADD software (ORD/MicroStation) to develop and edit utility relocation plans, profiles, cross-sections, and 3D models.
• Experience organizing project documentation, estimate updates, and design review comments to support project managers and division/central office partners.
• Experience assisting with scoping, basic conflict reviews, cost estimates, documentation for Utility Construction Agreements, encroachment requests, and PDN milestones.
• Experience collaborating with various audiences to maintain schedules and resolve concerns.

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 Requirements

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

 

In accordance with the Governor’s Executive Order 303, our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice-involved.  We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified.

It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and work experience and that you answer all questions associated with the application.

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:

Adrianna N Blackmer

Email:

[email protected]