Assistant Resident Engineer

State of North Carolina•Aberdeen, NC

21h•Onsite

About The Position

This Engineer I position serves as Assistant Resident Engineer in the Aberdeen Resident Engineer’s Office within the NC Department of Transportation, Division of Highways. The role involves assisting the Resident Engineer in the day-to-day management and contract administration of roadway and structure projects constructed by private contractors. The position also includes supervising lower-level technicians. The work contributes to NCDOT's mission to connect people, products, and places safely and efficiently, with a focus on customer service, accountability, and environmental sensitivity to enhance North Carolina's economy and vitality.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field of engineering from an appropriately accredited institution; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Ability to make independent decisions using sound engineering judgment
Experience using computers and electronic tablets
Ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner, both orally and in writing
Ability to apply Department safety standards and program to operations
Ability to legally operate a motor vehicle
Safety toe shoes required
May require registration as a professional engineer by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors

Nice To Haves

Experience using SharePoint
Experience using HICAMS
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, construction inspection, and/or construction surveying

Responsibilities

Assist the Resident Engineer in providing day-to-day management and contract administration of roadway and structure projects constructed by private contractors
Supervision of lower-level technicians
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
Serve as DOT project representative for formal and informal meetings with contractors, utilities, local officials, media, and the general public
Communicate in a clear and concise manner, both orally and in writing
Make independent decisions using sound engineering judgment
Apply Department safety standards and program to operations
Legally operate a motor vehicle