Assistant Resident Engineer - Elizabeth Construction

Assistant Resident Engineer - Elizabeth City Construction page is loaded## Assistant Resident Engineer - Elizabeth City Construction locations:
Pasquotank County, NCtime type:
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February 7, 2026 (10 days left to apply) job requisition :
JR-107743
** Agency
* * Dept of Transportation
** Division
* * State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys
** Job Classification Title
** Engineer I (NS)
** Position Number
**** Grade
* * NC16

It’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 posting is for an Engineer I that will serve as the Assistant Resident Engineer at the Elizabeth City Construction Office in Division One. Position will perform the following duties: manage the day to day operations of construction projects. Directly supervise and provide engineering level support for technicians. Provide prompt public relations response to various inquiries from public, NCDOT officials and other governmental agencies.

Conduct daily coordination with Contractor and NCDOT Project Staff. Make field engineering decisions. Conduct environmental reviews and manage erosion control efforts. Performs Contract Administration (estimates, supplemental agreements, claims, correspondence, submittals, monthly construction meetings, ensures environmental compliance, etc). Monitor and resolve traffic control issues as they occur. Coordinate utility relocations. Review materials test results and initiates penalties, if required, and other duties as assigned.
** Knowledge

Skills and Abilities

/Management Preferences
** Salary Grade and Salary Range:  NC16 - $55,823 - $97,689
** Management prefers applicants with the following:
*** Experience in reading and interpreting highway construction plans and contractors
* Experience directing, assisting or training of sub-ordinate employees
* Experience administering contracts
* Knowledge of the principles and practices of Civil Engineering
* Knowledge and understanding of general concepts, practices and theories used in construction, construction inspection, and/or construction surveying.

Additional Expectations:

Possess working knowledge of the principles and practices of Civil Engineering and construction methods, materials and equipment. Ability to understand, explain and administer contracts; interpret construction plans, provisions, standards and specifications. Ability to train, coordinate and supervise subordinate employees. Ability to communicate, establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, contractor’s personnel and the general public. Ability to make Field Engineering Decisions.

Ability to perform Contract Administration (estimates, supplemental agreements, claims, correspondence, submittals, monthly construction meetings, ensuring environmental compliance, etc.). Ability to withstand extreme weather and terrain conditions while performing duties. Night and weekend work may be required. Must be able to legally operate a State vehicle. Safety toe shoes are required.
** 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; 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.
** It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and work experience and that you answer all questions associated with the application.
**** 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:
** Robin R Scott
** Email:
** DOT-Workday Job Recruitment
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