Engineer
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Please Note: A criminal background check will be conducted on candidate finalist prior to the offer of employment.
If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and T&E requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. The application must be competed in full detail (including work history) for your qualifications to be considered.
Failure to complete the application completely may result in you not being considered for the vacant position.
Your application for the position will not be complete until you receive an online confirmation number at the end of the process of applying for a position.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at
OHR@wssu.edu. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodation in the application and interview process, please call 336-750-2834
Position Details
Classification Information
| Position Classification Title |
Engineer, Facilities Construction |
| FLSA |
Exempt |
| Position Class |
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Position Overview
| Position Summary |
The incumbent represents the department as a professional engineer and is primarily responsible project management oversight that supports the University's Capital Improvement Program. Project management may include project oversight data/scheduling, reporting and analysis; management of project design and construction process implementation; project budget management; electronic/paper plans and specifications management; communication and coordination with internal and external customers; working with oversight and regulatory agencies; project budget and operating cost estimating; developing detailed project justification plans and specifications; teaming with co-workers and campus community.
Project Management
- Provides project management oversight that includes overseeing plans and specification development, project schedule, minority contract utilization, weekly/monthly/annual reports, state construction updates. Organizes project resources, defines customer requirements: develops project scopes that include the generation of work plans, cost estimates, operating estimates; schedules, plans and specifications; approval of documents.
- Implements project plans that consist of generation of procurement specifications, coordination of shop and contract resources; monitors and controls projects within the approval constraints; safety inspection, completion of punch list items and documentation of closeout satisfactory to University, State and Federal requirements and guidelines.
- Visits projects frequently and determines University, State and Federal requirements are being adhered too and efficient productive work is being accomplished; determines that the necessary safety precautions are being followed.
- Provide technical reports for University and affiliated reporting agencies.
- Participate in bid openings and supervise selection of licensed/registered contractors.
- Consults regularly with Facilities, Physical Plant administrators, and Campus departments regarding the status of current project initiatives; obtains executive guidance and approval as required to advance initiatives.
- Exercises a degree of integrity and independence while working with contractors and other public entities to complete projects.
Data Analysis
- Updates, reviews and analyzes Capital Improvement reports, schedules, data, scope, estimates, award letter documents and requests to determine compliance and completeness.
- Provides project update reports, schedules, data, requests. Analyzes data and schedules for trends, conflicts, and inaccuracies. Communicates status, requirements, and recommendation to supervisor, team, external partners and internal customers.
- Provides supervisor with summary reports in support of the University's Capital Improvements Plan. Reviews plans and specifications for completeness as it relates to University requirements, funding and awarding agencies criteria.
- Keeps abreast of building codes, state construction and University system rules and policies and make recommendations and decisions that correspond to acceptable practices.
Communication
- Communicates project via written/verbal reporting, and electronic communication to supervisor, staff and project team; communicates project status through reports, schedules, and data.
- Provides updates as required.
- Provides supervisor with summary reports in support of the University's Capital Improvement Plan.
Professional Knowledge
- Applies Professional Knowledge when reviewing design and construction documents, and jobsite administration.
- Enforces OSHA rules and regulations. Applies a keen knowledge of regulations (OSHA, Environmental Protection Agency and Department of Labor) and enforces safety compliance throughout daily operation.
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Position Information
| Position Number |
051756 |
| Working Position Title |
Engineer |
| Building and Room No. |
1604 C Lowery |
| Appointment Type |
Permanent Full-Time |
| If Time Limited. |
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| Appointment Length. |
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Requirements and Preferences
| Position required to work during periods of adverse weather or other emergencies |
Emergency |
| Normal Work Schedule |
Monday thru Friday, 8-5, with occasional after hours or weekend work for an assigned project. |
| Department Required Skills |
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| Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education |
Ten years of progressive experience in Engineering and/or contract and project management. Able to communicate (written and oral) in a clear, complex, concise, organized and technical thoughts in a persuasive manner with contractors, Physical Plant, University administrators and other personnel. Understands civil, mechanical, electrical, structural engineering and architectural principles and practices of field construction. Knowledge of the principles, practices and theories of construction management, architectural engineering, electrical supply/distribution and heating, ventilation and air conditioning. Working knowledge of materials, project management of codes, laws and ordinances pertaining to the renovation of buildings and other facilities. Able to design and/or review the design of outside consultants and to read and interpret all related plans and specifications. Experience estimating costs, monitoring and managing construction projects. Trained and experienced in project scheduling;
OSHA (safety, asbestos, rigging, material handling and interaction management).Experience inspecting buildings, structures, facilities, environment for contract agreements, standards, codes and specifications. Engineer's license is preferred. |
| Required License or Certification |
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| Valid US Driver's License |
Yes |
| Commercial Driver's License Required |
No |
| Physical Required |
No |
| List any other medical/drug tests required |
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Posting Details
Posting Details
| Internal Posting Only |
No |
| Time Limited Position |
No |
| Appointment Length |
12 months |
| Salary |
Salary commensurate with education and experience |
| Open Date |
04/29/2025 |
| Close Date |
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| Open Until Filled |
Yes |
| Special Instructions Summary |
Please Note: A criminal background check will be conducted on candidate finalist prior to the offer of employment.
If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and T&E requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. The application must be competed in full detail (including work history) for your qualifications to be considered.
Failure to complete the application completely may result in you not being considered for the vacant position.
Your application for the position will not be complete until you receive an online confirmation number at the end of the process of applying for a position.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at
OHR@wssu.edu. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodation in the application and interview process, please call 336-750-2834 |
Supplemental Questions
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How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
- Public Job Posting
- Internal Job Posting
- Agency Referral
- Advertisement/Publication
- Personal Referral
- Website
- Other
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- References List
Optional Documents
- Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD-214)
- Unofficial Transcript
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Winston Salem State University
Salary commensurate with education and experience
Apr 29, 2025