Engineering Supervisor II - Division 3 Bridge Program Manager
Quick Summary
Salary Grade and Salary Range: NC22 $75,925.00 - $148,054.00 Management prefers applicants with the following: Experience supervising permanent employees, contractors, consultants,
May require registration as a professional engineer by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors. In accordance with the Governor’s Executive Order 303,
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.
This position is responsible for developing a program for the maintenance, operation, preservation, inventory, repair and replacement of all structures and pipes (greater than 48" in diameter) on the State Highway System within the 6 counties that make up Division 3. The position will manage the overall administration of the Bridge Program in the Division. The position will be responsible for prioritizing and selecting structure projects within the Division and serve as consultant to other units and branches on all matters pertaining to the maintenance, preservation, design, permitting, construction and operation of structures within the Division.
Employee must have the ability to respond to the public, local government agencies, Raleigh-based staff and private engineering firms regarding the status and design aspects of highway projects within the Division. Be able to review man hour estimates submitted by Private Engineering Firms and prepare in-house estimates for comparison. Have proficiency with various computer applications including MS Office, Bentley OpenX Suite and SAP. Have the ability to budget time and coordinate schedules with others. Be able to organize and direct resources to meet goals. Possess good communication skills. Be able to transverse steep and uneven terrain. Must be able to legally operate a motor vehicle - This position requires a valid driver’s license due to required occasional business-related travel and the need to operate a company or personal vehicle while conducting position duties. Responsibilities may include travel to scoping meetings with preconstruction units, consultants, division staff, or other units and resource agencies for the purpose of making decisions for the replacement of subregional tier bridges and structures or other bridges and structures managed by the division. Licensure as a Professional Engineer is preferred.
- Experience supervising permanent employees, contractors, consultants, or experience related to program or project management.
- Considerable knowledge of principles of structure design, construction, materials, preservation, maintenance, repair procedures, NCDOT programming, planning and funding procedures.
- Demonstrated ability to review and approve design plans for bridge replacement projects submitted by Private Engineering Firms for accuracy and compliance.
- Demonstrated ability to make sound engineering decisions to circumstances presented regarding structure design, construction, materials, preservation, maintenance and repair and plan work to effectively utilize all resources within the Division Bridge program.
- Experience with various computer applications including MS Office, SAP, Maintenance Management System, and the Bridge Management System.
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 and four (4) years of progressively responsible experience including two (2) years of supervisory experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
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~1 min readThe 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.
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About this job
- Pay per year
- $75,925–$148,054 a year
- 52% below the $234,750 median for Engineering Manager jobs on Jobera (838 salaries).
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- United States
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- Posted
- October 17, 2026
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- October 17, 2026
- Last seen
- October 17, 2026
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- October 17, 2026
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