Engineering Technician II - W/S Construction 1

State of North Carolina • Forsyth County, NC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This advanced level position will serve as support for higher level engineers in the administration of highway construction contracts. Job duties include but are not limited to: Monitoring contractor’s daily operations and performs and/or reviews test reports to ensure that all work and materials conform to specifications, plans, and contract documents. Will perform contract administration duties such as pay record entry/review, materials-received reports, certified payroll review, daily diary review, as-constructed plans preparation, and monthly quantity verification prior to estimate payment. Resolve daily constructability issues and troubleshoot problems to mitigate delays to project delivery. Assists other Department personnel and contract forces in utility relocation efforts by inspecting and tracking relocation work. Anticipates contractual problems and advises engineering staff of the need for plan revisions, supplemental agreements, or other contract adjustments to improve safety, timely delivery, and/or quality of delivered project. Monitor contractor’s operations to ensure compliance with subcontract agreements and with the contract DBE requirements. Ensures compliance with NC Sedimentation and Pollution Control Act, and that all work performed in permitted areas is done in accordance with permits. May direct and schedule the work of junior technicians in staking out and inspecting every phase of a construction project to ensure it is built according to contract documents in a timely and cost-effective manner. Manages all aspects of assigned construction projects with limited supervision from higher level engineers. This position will also be directly involved with the leadership, management, counseling, and training of junior technicians, both Department and CEI. Effectively communicates and coordinates work with contractors, subcontractors, utility owners, and property owners to minimize delays and disturbances while maximizing progress of the projects.

Requirements

• Ability to establish and maintain positive lines of communication between other technicians, engineers, contractors, and the public.
• Ability to effectively communicate in a clear, concise, organized, and persuasive manner, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to make independent decisions using sound engineering judgement.
• Ability to work safely in an outside environment with exposure to hazards on construction sites including heights, highway traffic, weather extremes, and traversing rough terrain in evaluating highway construction.
• Must be able to perform moderate physical activity including but not limited to walking, climbing, balancing, kneeling, and standing.
• Must be able to lift 50 lb.
• Knowledge and skill in the use of Microsoft Office suite products, such as Word, Excel, and Outlook, is required.
• Advanced working knowledge of mathematical functions is required.
• Must be able to work nights and/or weekends as required by project workload/staffing with fluctuating hours, if needs be on any assigned project within the limits of Division 9.
• Must apply safety philosophy and program to all operations.
• The selected applicant will be expected to safely and legally operate a motor vehicle.
• Safety toe shoes are required.
• Associate degree in an applicable area of Engineering Technology, Survey Technology or a related curriculum from an appropriately accredited institution and two (2) years of progressive technician level experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with iPads/tablets, HiCAMS, and SharePlus/SharePoint is highly preferred.
• Knowledge in understanding contracts, plans, standards and specifications
• Experience in sampling and testing of materials to evaluate acceptance
• Working knowledge and skill in the use of computer equipment, software and mathematical functions
• Experience in maintaining neat, legible and accurate records and reports, including computer/iPad data entry
• Customer service experience related to resolving problems that involve explaining engineering concepts to various customer groups

Responsibilities

• Monitoring contractor’s daily operations and performs and/or reviews test reports to ensure that all work and materials conform to specifications, plans, and contract documents.
• Perform contract administration duties such as pay record entry/review, materials-received reports, certified payroll review, daily diary review, as-constructed plans preparation, and monthly quantity verification prior to estimate payment.
• Resolve daily constructability issues and troubleshoot problems to mitigate delays to project delivery.
• Assist other Department personnel and contract forces in utility relocation efforts by inspecting and tracking relocation work.
• Anticipate contractual problems and advise engineering staff of the need for plan revisions, supplemental agreements, or other contract adjustments to improve safety, timely delivery, and/or quality of delivered project.
• Monitor contractor’s operations to ensure compliance with subcontract agreements and with the contract DBE requirements.
• Ensure compliance with NC Sedimentation and Pollution Control Act, and that all work performed in permitted areas is done in accordance with permits.
• Direct and schedule the work of junior technicians in staking out and inspecting every phase of a construction project to ensure it is built according to contract documents in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• Manage all aspects of assigned construction projects with limited supervision from higher level engineers.
• Be directly involved with the leadership, management, counseling, and training of junior technicians, both Department and CEI.
• Effectively communicate and coordinate work with contractors, subcontractors, utility owners, and property owners to minimize delays and disturbances while maximizing progress of the projects.

Benefits

• The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree