Division Utility Engineer

State of North Carolina•Winston-Salem, NC

1d•$70,478 - $123,336•Hybrid

About The Position

This posting is for an Engineer III that will serve as the Division Utility Engineer in the Division 9 Office. The primary purpose of this position is to oversee and manage all utility coordination and relocations for Division 9. The Division Utility Engineer position will serve as liaison between PEF (Private Engineering Firms) and Design Unit to oversee the Preliminary Engineering of Utility Conflicts/Relocations as well as correspond with Division Utility Coordinator and Utility Companies during Right of Way Acquisition to relocate utilities efficiently and effectively at the earliest possible time to eliminate/reduce delays and contractor claims. Position implements advanced engineering criteria and innovates construction methods while adhering to applicable environmental regulations and roadway design standards to support relocation and placement of utilities along highway right of way and proposed corridors to effectively manage and coordinate major project development efforts of NCDOT. Work may include, but is not limited to, managing DOT Personnel, consultants and CEI personnel to determine utility conflicts; engineer utility relocations; and oversee the relocation of utilities prior to contractual highway construction for all Division 9 managed highway projects. This work oversees investigating and analyzing utility facilities; designing and engineering utility relocations; assuring adherence to utility relocation schedules; developing contract documents and estimates; authorizing utility company relocations; reviewing utility plans prepared by others and providing engineering opinions and assistance on utility installations; field inspection for verification of data contained therein; scoping and reviewing work performed by consulting engineers; and consultation with interdepartmental units and utility owners.

Requirements

Base working knowledge to use computers for office work (MS Word, Excel, Access, SAP) and CADD (Microstation, GEOPAK).
Working knowledge of NCDOT policies for accommodating utilities and NCDEQ regulations for water and sewer design.
Ability to train and provide technical assistance to other employees.
Ability to give clear instructions and directions to employees, utility company personnel, consultants and DOT staff concerning utility/highway matters.
Ability to legally operate a motor vehicle.
Bachelor's degree in an applicable field of engineering from an appropriately accredited institution and four (4) years of progressively responsible experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
May require registration as a professional engineer by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors.

Nice To Haves

Experience in developing utility relocation strategies and providing coordination and relocation services to accomplish removal, relocation and modification of utility facilities (water, sewer, gas, electric, telecommunication, etc.) impacted by highway improvement projects including the development of Utility Relocation Agreements and acquiring Encroachment Agreements from utility owners.
Working knowledge of all policies, regulations, and engineering standards set forth by the Federal Highway Administration, the Department of Transportation, Division of Highways, the North Carolina General Statues related to utility relocations.
Knowledge in innovative construction methods while adhering to all environmental regulations and roadway design standards.
Experience in planning and coordinating project work, and the ability to negotiate and develop contract documents for highway projects, for engineering services, and for utility owner agreements.
Experience making recommendations and decisions for simple or complex projects.

Responsibilities

Oversee and manage all utility coordination and relocations for Division 9.
Serve as liaison between PEF and Design Unit to oversee Preliminary Engineering of Utility Conflicts/Relocations.
Correspond with Division Utility Coordinator and Utility Companies during Right of Way Acquisition to relocate utilities efficiently and effectively.
Implement advanced engineering criteria and innovate construction methods while adhering to applicable environmental regulations and roadway design standards.
Manage DOT Personnel, consultants and CEI personnel to determine utility conflicts.
Engineer utility relocations.
Oversee the relocation of utilities prior to contractual highway construction for all Division 9 managed highway projects.
Investigate and analyze utility facilities.
Design and engineer utility relocations.
Assure adherence to utility relocation schedules.
Develop contract documents and estimates.
Authorize utility company relocations.
Review utility plans prepared by others and provide engineering opinions and assistance on utility installations.
Perform field inspection for verification of data.
Scope and review work performed by consulting engineers.
Consult with interdepartmental units and utility owners.