Description of WorkThis position with NCDOT offers full , competitive salaries and many career development opportunities.This is an anticipated vacancy.NC Salary Grade NC20-$67,852-$118,741Position 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 / CompetenciesManagement 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 RequirementsSome 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.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 SurveyorsSupplemental and Contact InformationLaRae Hooper at 828-331-5200It 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.
