Engineering Supervisor III - District 3 Engineer - Wilmington

Agency

Dept of Transportation

Division

State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys

Job Classification Title

Engineering Supervisor III (NS)

Position Number

60017187

Grade

NC23

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.

This is an Engineering Supervisor position that involves general administrative responsibilities and specialized professional supervision in highway engineering. Will serve as the District Engineer for New Hanover and Brunswick counties. Will manage and coordinate construction and contract administration within assigned counties. Will directly supervise Resident Engineer, engineers, technicians, and clerical staff and provide technical assistance on engineering problems. Will supervise development of secondary road programs and preparation of plans for Division projects. Will direct the review of plans for subdivisions and various types of permits and encroachments. Will respond to inquiries from the public and local officials. Will coordinate with local municipalities on zoning review cases. Will act as point of contact for municipalities and public.

A full knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering as related to the location, design, construction and maintenance of highways. Ability to understand, explain and administer contracts; interpret plans, provisions and specifications, policies, procedures, regulations and laws as well as strong written and verbal skills. Ability to prepare documents that are legally sound. Ability to direct the work of other construction engineering functions involving difficult engineering work and to make sound recommendations and decisions on engineering problems. Ability to supervise and evaluate performance of other employees. Will perform administrative and management duties.

As part of the hiring approval process, NCDOT will run a driver license check after conducting interviews, but prior to offering a position.

Prospective drivers must meet the following standards to be eligible to operate NCDOT vehicles:

• No more than two convictions of moving violations within the past three years

• No convictions of an alcohol or drug related traffic offense within the past five years

• Must be able to legally operate state vehicle If a driver applicant has possessed an out-of-state driver’s license in the past ten years, the driver’s record from the state(s) involved shall be obtained. Such applicants and those who currently possess an out-of-state driver’s license will be responsible for providing their driving records from the appropriate states.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Grade and Salary Range: NC23 / $81,620 - $159,158

Management prefers applicants with the following:

• Considerable knowledge of NCDOT and FHWA policies, procedures and guidelines, as well as established practices and principles of transportation engineering.
• Experience in reviewing and approving subdivision roadway plans, right of way encroachments and driveway permit applications and associated traffic impact analysis for compliance with all applicable design, and safety standards, congestion management guidelines. 
• Working knowledge in contract administration for Central and Division Projects in accordance with established state and federal policies, procedures and guidelines to include review of project plans and specifications for STIP, bridge, Spot Safety
•  Experience in the supervision, direction, management and training of subordinate employees and contract engineering personnel to achieve established project and permitting delivery metrics.
• Customer service experience with internal and external customers including Division personnel & management, Municipal & County governments, consultant and contractors, elected officials and general public including explaining engineering concepts to various customer groups.

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 and five (5) years of progressively responsible experience including three (3) years of supervisory experience; 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:

Sarah Linayao

Email:

[email protected]