Shelby Assistant Resident Engineer I - Division 12
About The Position
The Assistant Resident Engineer I serves in the Shelby Construction Office in Division 12 and assists the Resident Engineer with day-to-day contract administration for major and minor transportation projects. The role supervises DOT and CEI employees, evaluates their performance, promotes a safe working environment, and applies knowledge of DOT policies and procedures. The position maintains records for monthly and final estimates; works with contractors, utility companies, and government agencies; and may communicate with the public and news media. It reviews field data, prepares technical letters and reports, and reviews contract plans, specifications, and material testing results. The employee applies civil engineering and construction knowledge and uses survey equipment, computer terminals, and drafting instruments to support project administration.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field of engineering from an appropriately accredited institution, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering and construction methods, materials, and equipment.
- Skill in operating survey equipment, computer terminals, and drafting instruments.
- Ability to understand, explain, and administer contracts and interpret construction plans, provisions, standards, and specifications.
- Ability to communicate and establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, contractor personnel, and the general public.
- Ability to withstand extreme weather and terrain conditions while performing duties.
- Safety toe shoes are needed.
- Registration as a professional engineer by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors may be required.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of engineering standards, policies, and procedures related to transportation.
- Experience reading and interpreting highway construction plans and contracts.
- Customer service experience.
- Experience administering contracts.
- Ability to legally operate a motor vehicle.
Responsibilities
- Assist the Resident Engineer with day-to-day contract administration of major and minor transportation projects.
- Supervise DOT and CEI employees and prepare and evaluate their performance.
- Promote a safe working environment and apply DOT policies and procedures.
- Maintain records for the preparation of monthly estimates and final estimates.
- Work with contractors, utility companies, and other governmental agencies, and communicate with the public and news media.
- Review and evaluate data collected by field personnel and prepare technical letters and reports.
- Review contract plans, specifications, and material testing results.
- Train, coordinate, and supervise subordinate employees.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
