Assistant Division Utility EngineerPrint (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/northcarolina/jobs/newprint/4704602) ApplyAssistant Division Utility EngineerSalary$54,197.00 - $94,844.00 AnnuallyLocation New Hanover County, NCJob TypePermanent Full-TimeJob Number24-13200DepartmentDept of TransportationDivisionState Hwy Administrator - Div of HwysOpening Date10/28/2024Closing Date11/1/2024 11:59 PM EasternJob Class TitleEngineer IPosition Number60017065SectionThree/Utility UnitSalary GradeNC16
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Description of WorkThis position with NCDOT offers fullState Benefits (https://oshr.nc.gov/state-employee-resources/benefits) , competitive salaries and many career development opportunities. This posting is for an Engineer I that will serve as the Assistant Division Utility Engineer in the Division 3 Office. This position will complete the day-to-day administration of utility relocations for major and minor transportation projects. This position will maintain close coordination with the Project Development unit, design firms, and Right of Way units to ensure all proposed Utility By Others (UBO) and Utility Construction (UC) plans are of sufficient design to ensure constructible, and all utility relocation timeframes fall within the terms set forth in the contract. The Assistant Utility Engineer will be responsible for reviewing the Project Delivery Network (PDN) and ensuring all design firms for UBO and UC design have been properly scoped to completion. This position will also be responsible for reviewing and approving/rejecting all supplementals related to UC and UBO design. The position will supervise NCDOT and CEI employees and prepare and evaluate their performance. This position will be responsible for promoting a safe working environment, possessing a working knowledge of the principles and practices of engineering, and knowledge NCDOT policies and procedures. The Assistant Utility Engineer will attend all project development meetings for future projects and provide insight into relocation time frames, easement requirements, and provide a UC and UBO preliminary estimate for budgeting purposes. This position will also be required to review and evaluate field collected data to prepare utility construction designs, plan sheets, and finalize special provisions to include in future project such as the design of Power, Tele communications, gas lines, water, and sewer design. Duties of this position will include generating and approving all UBO and UC plans and necessary agreements/permits with private and public utilities such as Utility Agreements, U and O Agreements, URA Agreements and encroachments. The Assistant Utility Engineer will use engineering principles and NCDOT policies and procedures to address issues as they arise during utility relocations. The Assistant Utility Engineer will enter all agreements into SAP to facilitate payment of monthly invoices for all utility agreements. The duties also include administering the Division 3 tree clearing contract, implementing erosion control policies and procedures, and keeping records necessary for preparation of monthly estimates. In addition to working with Division 3 personnel, this position will also be working with the central design unit and central utility unit to coordinate all utility design and relocations for Central LET projects. The Assistant Division Utility Engineer will work closely with contractors, utility companies, government agencies, and communicate with the public and news media. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / CompetenciesApplicants must submit an application that clearly reflects work experience that demonstrates the following:
Experience in reading and interpreting highway construction plans and contracts.
Experience with interpreting and communicating verbally and in writing details of plans, project documents, policies, and procedures to convey information to engineers, developers, members of the public, public officials, and NCDOT personnel.
Experience planning, developing, scheduling, tracking, and completing projects independently or with limited supervision.
Computer experience including office software.
Knowledge and understanding of general concepts, practices, and theories used in construction, construction inspection, and/or construction surveying.
Additional Expectations:The applicant should have a base working knowledge to use computers for office work (MS Word, Excel, Access, SAP) and CADD (Microstation, GEOPAK). A working knowledge of NCDOT policies for accommodating utilities and NCDEQ regulations for water and sewer design is needed. Travel to field sites for meetings and investigations with occasional overnight travel is required. The position requires the ability to train and provide technical assistance to other employees, give clear instructions and directions to employees, utility company personnel, consultants and DOT staff concerning utility/highway matters. 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; 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 InformationLauren Eldridge - 910-341-2000Applicants must meet both the minimum requirements and all posted Knowledge, Skills and Ability requirements to be considered Qualified for the position. 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 as well as the posted knowledge, skills and abilities for this position. 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.)
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Which of the following best describes your level of experience in reading and interpreting highway construction plans and contracts?
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Explain how you have experience in reading and interpreting highway construction plans and contracts.
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Which of the following explains how you have experience with interpreting and communicating verbally and in writing details of plans, project documents, policies, and procedures to convey information to engineers, developers, members of the public, public officials, and NCDOT personnel?
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Less than 1 year
1 - 2 years
2 - 3 years
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Explain how you have experience interpreting and communicating verbally and in writing details of plans, project documents, policies, and procedures to convey information to engineers, developers, members of the public, public officials, and NCDOT personnel.
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Which of the following explains how you have experience planning, developing, scheduling, tracking, and completing projects independently or with limited supervision?
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1 - 2 years
2 - 3 years
3 or more years
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Explain how you have experience in planning, developing, scheduling, tracking, and completing projects independently or with limited supervision.
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Which of the following best describes your computer experience, including office software?
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2 - 3 years
3 or more years
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Explain how you have experience with computers, including office software.
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Which of the following best describes your level of knowledge and understanding of general concepts, practices, and theories used in construction, construction inspection, and/or construction surveying?
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Explain how you have working knowledge and understanding of general concepts, practices, and theories used in construction, construction inspection, and/or construction surveying.
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