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Wake County, NCtime type:
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JR-106478**Agency**Dept of Transportation**Division**State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys**Job Classification Title**Engineer III (NS)**Position Number**60027473**Grade**NC20It’s the mission of the NC Department of Transportation to connect people, products and places safely and efficiently with customer focus, accountability, and environmental sensitivity to enhance the economy and vitality of North Carolina. We encourage you to consider joining NCDOT where our work not only serves the citizens of North Carolina but has an impact on our world through all modes of transportation.**Description of Work**This position is an Engineer III located in the Prequalification Section of the Contract Standards and Development Unit. Prequalification of firms applies to all modes of transportation in construction and professional services. This position is responsible for managing the prequalification of Bidders, Subcontractors and Consulting Firms that wish to perform work for the Department. The Prequalification Section is the central point of contact for all reviews and evaluation requests for prequalification. This position must also be familiar with how businesses operate and with the different business structures. Duties include, but not limited to, managing daily operations in the statewide prequalification process for the department; working closely with the field staff and central units to determine any remedial actions should the contractor fail to carry out the requirements of the project, including and up to removal from the bidders list; keeping up to date on any changes required to the development and/or revision of the State General Statutes relating to Prequalification as well as the North Carolina Administrative Code. Assisting with updates to the Standard Specifications regarding prequalification and working with the other central units (i.e. Construction, and Contract Standards and Development) to ensure that all program requirements are up to date; providing day-to-day interpretation of departmental procedures, and other engineering and contractual matters to Department staff and the contracting industry; developing solutions to unique problems and situations pertaining to prequalification. Customer support to the industry by being responsible for the on-line application and any changes to the pre-qualification process that impacts on the on-line application.
The selected applicant will be expected to have:
Knowledge and understanding of engineering concepts, practices, and theories related to Highway Engineering and Construction. Thorough knowledge of internal organizational structure, business needs/objectives, budget, planning, legal/public relations considerations, and/or other related factors. Ability to determine program/project priorities, processes, and procedures. Attending pre-bid meetings with all the modes of transportation, as well as outreach on larger projects; assisting in updating the Unit’s Business and Strategic plans as it relates to Prequalification. Ability to communicate orally and in documents clearly, concisely and in an organized manner. Compile reports addressing novel or complex engineering concepts and facts such as standards/practices/codes/regulations. Ability to participate and lead as needed in the development of long-range strategic goals.**Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences**Salary Grade and Salary Range:
NC20 $67,852.00 - $118,741.00**Management prefers applicants with the following:*** Experience with Microsoft Office Applications.* Experience with SAP.* Experience working in highway construction or working with consultants.* Experience working both independently and in a team environment.* Experience in maintaining detailed records and reports.**Minimum Education and Experience**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 the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.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.Necessary Special Qualification May require registration as a professional engineer by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors.**EEO Statement**The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. 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.**Recruiter:**Eboneze James**Email:**DOT-WorkdayJobRecruitment@ncdot.gov #J-18808-Ljbffr
Wake County, NCtime type:
Full timeposted on:
Posted Todaytime left to apply:
End Date: January 16, 2026 (7 days left to apply)job requisition id:
JR-106478**Agency**Dept of Transportation**Division**State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys**Job Classification Title**Engineer III (NS)**Position Number**60027473**Grade**NC20It’s the mission of the NC Department of Transportation to connect people, products and places safely and efficiently with customer focus, accountability, and environmental sensitivity to enhance the economy and vitality of North Carolina. We encourage you to consider joining NCDOT where our work not only serves the citizens of North Carolina but has an impact on our world through all modes of transportation.**Description of Work**This position is an Engineer III located in the Prequalification Section of the Contract Standards and Development Unit. Prequalification of firms applies to all modes of transportation in construction and professional services. This position is responsible for managing the prequalification of Bidders, Subcontractors and Consulting Firms that wish to perform work for the Department. The Prequalification Section is the central point of contact for all reviews and evaluation requests for prequalification. This position must also be familiar with how businesses operate and with the different business structures. Duties include, but not limited to, managing daily operations in the statewide prequalification process for the department; working closely with the field staff and central units to determine any remedial actions should the contractor fail to carry out the requirements of the project, including and up to removal from the bidders list; keeping up to date on any changes required to the development and/or revision of the State General Statutes relating to Prequalification as well as the North Carolina Administrative Code. Assisting with updates to the Standard Specifications regarding prequalification and working with the other central units (i.e. Construction, and Contract Standards and Development) to ensure that all program requirements are up to date; providing day-to-day interpretation of departmental procedures, and other engineering and contractual matters to Department staff and the contracting industry; developing solutions to unique problems and situations pertaining to prequalification. Customer support to the industry by being responsible for the on-line application and any changes to the pre-qualification process that impacts on the on-line application.
The selected applicant will be expected to have:
Knowledge and understanding of engineering concepts, practices, and theories related to Highway Engineering and Construction. Thorough knowledge of internal organizational structure, business needs/objectives, budget, planning, legal/public relations considerations, and/or other related factors. Ability to determine program/project priorities, processes, and procedures. Attending pre-bid meetings with all the modes of transportation, as well as outreach on larger projects; assisting in updating the Unit’s Business and Strategic plans as it relates to Prequalification. Ability to communicate orally and in documents clearly, concisely and in an organized manner. Compile reports addressing novel or complex engineering concepts and facts such as standards/practices/codes/regulations. Ability to participate and lead as needed in the development of long-range strategic goals.**Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences**Salary Grade and Salary Range:
NC20 $67,852.00 - $118,741.00**Management prefers applicants with the following:*** Experience with Microsoft Office Applications.* Experience with SAP.* Experience working in highway construction or working with consultants.* Experience working both independently and in a team environment.* Experience in maintaining detailed records and reports.**Minimum Education and Experience**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 the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.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.Necessary Special Qualification May require registration as a professional engineer by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors.**EEO Statement**The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. 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.**Recruiter:**Eboneze James**Email:**DOT-WorkdayJobRecruitment@ncdot.gov #J-18808-Ljbffr