Engineering Manager I

Agency
Dept of Transportation

Division
State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys

Job Classification Title
Engineering Manager I (NS)

Position Number
60025610

Grade
NC24

About Us

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
Please note that all positions close at 12:00 AM on the posted closing date. You must apply by 11:59 PM prior to the posted closing date.

Anticipated Vacancy

The Geotechnical Engineering Unit is seeking an Engineering Manager to lead our Eastern Region supporting Highway Divisions 1 -7. The Assistant State Geotechnical Engineer will oversee the regional geotechnical investigation, design, and operations functional groups and oversee project delivery in the region. The position serves as the senior technical authority for soil and rock mechanics, foundations, and earth-retaining systems, providing expert guidance to regional functional teams, project managers, and division maintenance and construction personnel.

In this role you will:
Lead strategic resource management by directing the allocation of regional staff, consultants, drilling equipment, and operational assets to meet geotechnical needs across Highway Divisions 1 - 7.
Oversee delivery of geotechnical services across the regional workgroups, ensuring all projects meet schedule, budget, and quality expectations. Prioritize the regional work program based on project urgency and letting schedules. Track active work, backlog, and anticipated assignments, proactively coordinating with Unit staff or consultants to maintain operational readiness.
Serve as the primary regional liaison for preconstruction, construction, and maintenance personnel. Promote geotechnical services, maintain proactive communication, identify service gaps, and anticipate emerging stakeholder needs.
Manage and develop regional staff, providing leadership for approximately 20 employees. Responsibilities include recruitment and hiring, performance management, conflict resolution, staff development, and disciplinary actions, while fostering a productive and inclusive work environment.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Grade and Salary Range: NC24 $87,740-$171,095

Management prefers applicants with the following:

• Experience applying the principles and practices of geotechnical engineering to highway design, construction, and maintenance to resolve highly technical design problems for lower-level staff and offering technical advice to construction engineers and maintenance personnel in the Highway Divisions.
• Demonstrated ability understanding and explaining contracts for professional services and construction.
• Experience preparing and interpreting plans, provisions, and specifications for highway design, construction and maintenance.
• Experience managing and supervising a team or work groups including planning and prioritizing work assignments, tracking active and backlog projects for resource allocation, and maintaining effective working relationships.

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 engineering from an appropriately accredited institution and a minimum of six years progressive engineering experience including four years of supervisory experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Necessary Special Requirements

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:
Phagan Joe Hudson

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