Engineering Manager I

Description of Work

This position with NCDOT offers full State Benefits, competitive salaries and many career development opportunities.

INTERNAL POSTING-only temporary or permanent NC Department of Transportation employees or layoff candidates with the State of North Carolina eligible for RIF priority reemployment consideration as described by GS 126May Apply.

The position will manage statewide functions for environmental compliance-related issues, corrective actions necessary due to violations, erosion control plan design and mitigation, environmental compliance monitoring for sedimentation and erosion control and environmental permitting, funding for Federal enhancement programs, asset management for highway facilities, NPDES compliance, hazardous materials management and remediation activities, training, continuing education, and program policy.

These responsibilities include performing complex engineering reviews of NCDOH planning, construction, maintenance and mitigation activities and the development of environmental resolutions on a statewide basis. This position requires the individual to coordinate with other NCDOT units, the Federal Highway Administration, environmental regulatory agencies and other State agencies to achieve schedule goals, proper design and acceptable mediation. The position requires the individual to provide “Rapid Response” to projects with identified environmental problems or other critical program needs. This requires providing assistance to project personnel on the project site and meeting with planning, design, and regulatory staff to resolve critical issues.

This position provides technical assistance for the Director of Construction, the Chief Engineers Office, Planning Development & Environmental Assessment Unit, Hydraulics Unit, Roadway Design Unit, Construction Unit, Roadside Environmental Unit, Bridge Maintenance, Road Maintenance, Secondary Roads, 14 Highway Divisions and the environmental regulatory agencies.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

Applicants must submit an application that clearly reflects work experience that demonstrates the following:

Experience in applying professional engineering theory, techniques, practices and procedures to solve complex problems related to NCDOT environmental operations programs

Knowledge of Federal, State and NCDOT regulations, policies and procedures pertaining to NCDOT environmental operations program management

Experience in coordinating with Divisions, other NCDOT units and external agencies both in person and by correspondence to achieve program goals

Experience in managing human resources including recommending and filing positions, administering the Department's performance evaluation system and taking disciplinary action when necessary

Experience managing permanent employees, contractors, and consultants to accomplish goals, including but not limited to organizing and directing direct resources; interpreting, administering and establishing policies; managing and evaluating performance; and providing training and mentoring subordinates

Additional Expectations:

Professional Engineer Preferred

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

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 oshr.nc.gov/experience-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 Qualifications May require registration as a professional engineer by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors.

Supplemental and Contact Information

Please contact Wendy Clement at

Applicants 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.