State of North Carolina · 20 hours ago
Engineering Director
NC
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$97K/yr - $180K/yr
5+ years expThe North Carolina State Highway Patrol is seeking an enthusiastic team member to join as the Engineering Director. This role involves managing and overseeing all department activities related to construction, maintenance, operations, and project development, ensuring that engineering projects align with organizational strategy.
Government
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Serve as the lead manager for the entire capital improvements program for the Department and key liaison between the engineering department and other law enforcement and public safety divisions
Develop and implement the long-term engineering and maintenance strategy for a portfolio of properties, including new construction and critical facility upgrades
Ensure all projects adhere to state and federal laws, building codes, and regulations specific to law enforcement facilities
Oversee the full cycle lifecycle of capital and R&R projects, from initial planning and design to construction, final inspection, and commissioning
Evaluate the structural integrity of existing buildings and other assets to determine the scope and necessity of R&R projects
Supervise and mentor engineering and project management staff, delegating responsibilities, prioritizing work, and ensuring project milestones are met
Manage contracts with external architects, engineers, constructions firms, and other vendors as well as coordinating with regulatory agencies
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering from an appropriately accredited institution and a minimum of five years progressive engineering experience including two years of supervisory experience
Demonstrated Knowledge of civil engineering principles and practices
Demonstrated knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations; and federal and state funding sources and the restrictions on their use
Demonstrated knowledge of environmental assessment procedures, environmental impact analysis, and various environmental permitting documents and the State of North Carolina's preconstruction/project development process
Demonstrated knowledge of organizational structures and ability to access business needs/objectives, budget planning, and legal/public relations considerations
Necessary Special Qualifications May require registration as a professional engineer by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors
May require certification as a Project Management Professional (PMP) from the Project Management Institute
Qualified recommended applicant(s) must undergo and successfully pass: Criminal Background Investigation
Qualified recommended applicant(s) must undergo and successfully pass: Drug Screening Test
Company
State of North Carolina
It is a Government Administration Industry.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Amanda Martin, PhD
Chief Resilience Officer
Chryste Hofer
Chief Information Officer, Office of State Human Resources
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