NC Department of Transportation
Senior Project Manager
NC Department of Transportation, Jackson, North Carolina, United States, 27845
Senior Project Manager
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Senior Project Manager
Salary
$67,852.00 - $118,741.00 Annually
Location
Jackson County, NC
Job Type
Permanent Full-Time
Job Number
25-10374
Department
Dept of Transportation
Division
State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys
Opening Date
09/03/2025
Closing Date
9/15/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Class Title
Engineer III
Position Number
60023802
Salary Grade
NC20
Description
Benefits
Questions
Description of Work This position with NCDOT offers fullState Benefits (https://oshr.nc.gov/state-employee-resources/benefits) , competitive salaries and many career development opportunities. This is an anticipated vacancy. NC Salary Grade NC20-$67,852-$118,741 Position will serve as the Senior Project Manager and will assist Division Staff in coordinating the planning and design of Division managed transportation projects. Responsible for tracking all aspects of each assigned project from conception to completion, including project feasibility, planning, public involvement, project design, right-of-way acquisition, environmental issues, budget and project letting to ensure timely delivery of projects and programs. Provide engineering and design guidance and supervision to Departmental engineering staff and private engineering firms. Serve as a liaison between these organizations and the Division. Independently develop reports, records and forms necessary for the success of the responsibilities of this position and utilize a project tracking and resource management system. Provide status reports of projects and funding sources to the Project Development Team Lead, Bridge Program Manager, Division Project Development Engineer, and the Division Engineer all on a regular basis. Perform field engineering investigations. Perform and/or oversee the development of feasibility studies, special studies, planning, and environmental studies, mitigation and permitting, and make recommendations for transportation projects, based on these studies. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies Management prefers applicants with the following: Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of civil engineering concepts, practices, and theories used in construction projects and proposal development
Experience maintaining effective working relationships with NCDOT staff, consultants, contractors, and public officials while managing conflicts and maintaining deadlines
Experience with project development concepts and construction processes, using these skills to identify, resolve issues and develop project scopes and proposals
Advanced experience with computer using SAP, MS Word, Excel, MS Project,.
Strong skill in organizing resources, planning, scheduling, and coordinating work in order to maintain schedules
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. Bachelors 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. 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 LaRae Hooper at 828-331-5200 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. 01 I understand in order to be qualified for this position, the description of my work experience must clearly reflect the required education and experience. I have included all of this information within my application. (If you haven't completed the application requirements, please return to your application to finish it before submitting your application.) Yes
No
02 Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. Are you legally authorized to work in the United States? Yes
No
03 Which of the following best describes your knowledge and understanding of civil engineering concepts, practices, and theories used in construction project proposal development? None
Basic
Intermediate
Thorough
04 Explain how you have knowledge and understanding of civil engineering concepts, practices, and theories used in construction project proposal development. 05 Which of the following best describes your level of experience maintaining effective working relationships with NCDOT staff, consultants, contractors, and public officials while managing conflicts and maintaining deadlines? None
Basic
Intermediate
Thorough
06 Explain how you have experience maintaining effective working relationships with NCDOT staff, consultants, contractors, and public officials while managing conflicts and maintaining deadlines. 07 Which of the following best describes your level of experience with project development concepts and construction processes, and using these skills to identify, resolve issues, and develop project scopes and proposals? None
Basic
Intermediate
Thorough
08 Explain how you have experience with project development concepts and construction processes, and using these skills to identify, resolve issues, and develop project scopes and proposals. 09 Which of the following best describes your level of experience with a computer using SAP, MS Word, Excel, MS Project. None
Less than 1 year
1-2 years
2-3 years
3 or more years
10 Explain how you have experience with a computer using SAP, MS Word, Excel, MS Project. 11 Which of the following best describes your level of experience organizing resources, planning, scheduling, and coordinating work in order to maintain schedules? None
Basic
Intermediate
Advanced
12 Explain how you have experience organizing resources, planning, scheduling, and coordinating work in order to maintain schedules. Required Question Employer State of North Carolina Website http://www.ncdot.gov/ Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email
Benefits
Questions
Description of Work This position with NCDOT offers fullState Benefits (https://oshr.nc.gov/state-employee-resources/benefits) , competitive salaries and many career development opportunities. This is an anticipated vacancy. NC Salary Grade NC20-$67,852-$118,741 Position will serve as the Senior Project Manager and will assist Division Staff in coordinating the planning and design of Division managed transportation projects. Responsible for tracking all aspects of each assigned project from conception to completion, including project feasibility, planning, public involvement, project design, right-of-way acquisition, environmental issues, budget and project letting to ensure timely delivery of projects and programs. Provide engineering and design guidance and supervision to Departmental engineering staff and private engineering firms. Serve as a liaison between these organizations and the Division. Independently develop reports, records and forms necessary for the success of the responsibilities of this position and utilize a project tracking and resource management system. Provide status reports of projects and funding sources to the Project Development Team Lead, Bridge Program Manager, Division Project Development Engineer, and the Division Engineer all on a regular basis. Perform field engineering investigations. Perform and/or oversee the development of feasibility studies, special studies, planning, and environmental studies, mitigation and permitting, and make recommendations for transportation projects, based on these studies. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies Management prefers applicants with the following: Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of civil engineering concepts, practices, and theories used in construction projects and proposal development
Experience maintaining effective working relationships with NCDOT staff, consultants, contractors, and public officials while managing conflicts and maintaining deadlines
Experience with project development concepts and construction processes, using these skills to identify, resolve issues and develop project scopes and proposals
Advanced experience with computer using SAP, MS Word, Excel, MS Project,.
Strong skill in organizing resources, planning, scheduling, and coordinating work in order to maintain schedules
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. Bachelors 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. 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 LaRae Hooper at 828-331-5200 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. 01 I understand in order to be qualified for this position, the description of my work experience must clearly reflect the required education and experience. I have included all of this information within my application. (If you haven't completed the application requirements, please return to your application to finish it before submitting your application.) Yes
No
02 Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. Are you legally authorized to work in the United States? Yes
No
03 Which of the following best describes your knowledge and understanding of civil engineering concepts, practices, and theories used in construction project proposal development? None
Basic
Intermediate
Thorough
04 Explain how you have knowledge and understanding of civil engineering concepts, practices, and theories used in construction project proposal development. 05 Which of the following best describes your level of experience maintaining effective working relationships with NCDOT staff, consultants, contractors, and public officials while managing conflicts and maintaining deadlines? None
Basic
Intermediate
Thorough
06 Explain how you have experience maintaining effective working relationships with NCDOT staff, consultants, contractors, and public officials while managing conflicts and maintaining deadlines. 07 Which of the following best describes your level of experience with project development concepts and construction processes, and using these skills to identify, resolve issues, and develop project scopes and proposals? None
Basic
Intermediate
Thorough
08 Explain how you have experience with project development concepts and construction processes, and using these skills to identify, resolve issues, and develop project scopes and proposals. 09 Which of the following best describes your level of experience with a computer using SAP, MS Word, Excel, MS Project. None
Less than 1 year
1-2 years
2-3 years
3 or more years
10 Explain how you have experience with a computer using SAP, MS Word, Excel, MS Project. 11 Which of the following best describes your level of experience organizing resources, planning, scheduling, and coordinating work in order to maintain schedules? None
Basic
Intermediate
Advanced
12 Explain how you have experience organizing resources, planning, scheduling, and coordinating work in order to maintain schedules. Required Question Employer State of North Carolina Website http://www.ncdot.gov/ Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email