Assistant Resident Engineer Position Available In Forsyth, North Carolina

Assistant Resident Engineer State of North Carolina – Dept of Transportation Forsyth County, NC Job Details Full-time $55,823 – $97,689 a year 2 days ago Benefits Paid parental leave Health insurance Parental leave Retirement plan Qualifications Civil engineering Mid-level Bachelor’s degree Training & development Professional Engineer Full Job Description Description of Work This is an anticipated vacancy. This position with NCDOT offers full State Benefits, competitive salaries and many career development opportunities. This posting is for an Engineer I that will serve as the Assistant Resident Engineer in the Winston-Salem Construction 2 Resident Engineer’s Office in Division 9. The Assistant Resident Engineer assists the Resident Engineer in the day-to-day contract administration of major and minor transportation projects. It also supervises DOT and CEI employees and prepares and evaluates their performance, promotes a safe working environment, and possesses a working knowledge of DOT policies and procedures. Duties include keeping records necessary for the preparation of monthly estimates and final estimates; working closely with contractors, utility companies and other governmental agencies; and having contact with the public and news media. In addition, the position will need to review and evaluate data collected by field personnel and prepare technical letters and reports. This position will review contract plans, specifications, and material testing results. The employee may be exposed to high traffic volumes, work at heights over water or traffic and climb on the substructure and superstructure of bridges. This position may be required to work outside in various types of weather and terrain. This position may be required to work at night, on weekends, holidays, and extended hours as required to resolve project issues. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies Applicants must submit an application that clearly reflects work experience that demonstrates the following: Demonstrated ability in planning, developing, scheduling, tracking, and completing projects independently or with limited supervision. Experience in directing, assisting or training subordinate employees. Experience making recommendations for simple or complex projects. Knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering. Experience reviewing project plans and specifications for compliance with established practices and principles of engineering.

Additional Expectations:

The ability to work safely in both office and outside environments with exposure to hazards on construction sites including heights, highway traffic, and traversing rough terrain in evaluating highway construction is required. Must be able to perform moderate physical activity, including but not limited to walking, climbing, balancing, kneeling, standing, and lifting. Must apply safety philosophy and program to all operations. The selected applicant will be expected to legally operate a motor vehicle. Safety-toed shoes are required. 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 appropriately accredited institution; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Necessary Special Qualification:

May require registration as a professional engineer by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors. Supplemental and Contact Information Alyssa Shields, , (336) 293-9610 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.