Lead Construction Inspector Position Available In Nash, North Carolina

Lead Construction Inspector
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Lead Construction Inspector
Salary
$48,222.00

• $84,388.00 Annually
  Location Nash County, NC
  Job Type
  Permanent Full-Time
  Job Number
  25-04735
  Department
  Dept of Transportation
  Division
  State Hwy Administrator
• Div of Hwys
  Opening Date
  04/14/2025
  Closing Date
  4/23/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
  Job Class Title
  Engineering Specialist I
  Position Number
  60017886
  Section
  Division 4
• Construction
  Salary Grade
  NC13 Description
  Benefits
  Questions Description of Work
  This position with NCDOT offers fullState Benefits (https://oshr.

nc.gov/state-employee-resources/benefits) , competitive salaries and many career development opportunities. This is an Engineering Specialist I position in the Division 4 Nash Resident Engineer’s office serving as a lead project inspector supporting engineers in the daily contract administration of construction projects. The position you will be responsible for monitoring project work and material to ensure conformance to specifications and contractual provisions.
You will supervise and assist in training lower-level technicians, including Department employees as well as Construction Engineering and Inspection (CEI) staff.
You will also be responsible for addressing project staffing needs and performing and/or reviewing project documentation including the work performed by other technicians to ensure that all material sampling and testing, project documentation, and project estimates are done correctly.
In this position you will resolve daily constructability issues and ensures that traffic control and contractor operations are performed in accordance with the plans and standard drawings.
In this position you will monitor contractor progress to ensure timely completion of the projects and monitor contractor compliance with subcontractors and DBE and Title VI Compliance.
In this position you will communicate and coordinate work with contractors, subcontractors, utility owners, media, and property owners. Work will involve a wide range of decision making and use of judgement.
You will also assist higher level Engineers with other duties as instructed. This position is subject to work nights and weekends as needed in the performance of duties. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies
Applicants must submit an application that clearly reflects work experience that demonstrates the following: Experience applying engineering concepts to solve complex problems
Computer experience including office software and drafting software
Knowledge of mathematical functions (such as algebra, geometry and trigonometry
Experience reading and interpreting construction plans, contract provisions, specifications and procedures
Experience in taking notes, collecting field data and preparing routine reports

Additional Expectations:

Employee in this position is expected to maintain effective working relations with other employees and the general public. Employee will need the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Employee should be able to establish positive lines of communication between technicians, engineers, and contractors and apply safety philosophy and program to all operations. Safety toe shoes will be needed. Preference will be given to individuals that have a working knowledge of HiCAMS, SharePoint, and Microsoft programs. The employee must be able to lift 40 to 50 pounds, work in high traffic areas, at heights over water or traffic, extreme temperatures, uneven terrain, and during nights and weekends if necessary.
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.
Associate’s degree in an applicable area of engineering technology from an appropriately accredited institution and six years of progressive technician experience;
or High School or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and eight years of progressive technician experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Supplemental and Contact Information

Supplemental Contact Information:

Lynn Glover @252-462-2580 or lmglover1@ncdot.gov
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.

NOTE:

For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments: There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.
For permanent and time-limited appointments:
Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation.
01 I understand in order to be qualified for this position, the description of my work experience must clearly reflect the required education and experience as well as the posted knowledge, skills and abilities for this position. I have included all of this information within my application. (If you haven’t completed the application requirements, please return to your application to finish it before submitting your application.) Yes
No
02 Which of the following best describes your level of experience applying engineering concepts to solve complex problems? None
Less than 1 Year
1

• 2 Years
  2
• 3 Years
  3 or More Years
  03 Explain how you have experience applying engineering concepts to solve complex problems. 04 Which of the following best describes your level of computer experience including office software and drafting software? None
  Less than 1 Year
  1
• 2 Years
  2
• 3 Years
  3 or More Years
  05 Explain how you have computer experience including office software and drafting software.

06 Which of the following best describes your level of knowledge of mathematical functions (such as algebra, geometry and trigonometry)? None
Basic
Intermediate
Thorough
07 Explain how you have knowledge in mathematical functions (such as algebra, geometry and trigonometry). 08 Which of the following best describes your level of experience reading and interpreting construction plans, contract provisions, specifications and procedures? None
Less than 1 Year
1

• 2 Years
  2
• 3 Years
  3 or More Years
  09 Explain how you have experience reading and interpreting construction plans, contract provisions, specifications and procedures. 10 Which of the following best describes your level of experience in taking notes, collecting field data and preparing routine reports? None
  Less than 1 Year
  1
• 2 Years
  2
• 3 Years
  3 or More Years
  11 Explain how you have experience in taking notes, collecting field data and preparing routine Reports.

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State of North Carolina
Website
http://www.ncdot.gov/
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