What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Resident Engineer position at North Carolina Dept of Transportation?
Description of Work
This position with NCDOT offers full State Benefits , competitive salaries and many career development opportunities.
This is an entry-level position which serves as an Assistant Resident Engineer in the Kinston Construction 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. Specific 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.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies
Applicants must submit an application that clearly reflects work experience that demonstrates the following:
- Experience in reading and interpreting highway construction plans and contracts.
- Experience in 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 inspection, and/or construction surveying.
Additional Expectations
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. Safety toe shoes are needed for this position. Selected applicant will be expected to legally operate a motor vehicle.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
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 oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for detail.
Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field of engineering from an accredited institution, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
May require registration as a professional engineer by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineering and Surveyors.
Supplemental and Contact Information
For additional information contact Beverly Daniels at bhdaniels@ncdot.gov or (252)775-6530.
Applicants must meet both the minimum requirements and all posted Knowledge, Skills and Ability requirements to be considered Qualified for the position. It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and work experience and that you answer all questions associated with the application.
NCDOT will not accept “See Attached” or “See Resume” in lieu of education and work experience completed on the application. If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the posting date will be accepted.