Job Description

About the Department
The NC State University Facilities Division is home to nearly 900 professionals who plan, build and maintain the spaces that foster an environment where innovation, learning, and community thrive. Through this work, we help create spaces that empower students, faculty, and staff to reach their full potential. Operating year-round, we manage more than 16.7 million gross square feet of built space and oversee 4,733 acres of campus infrastructure through a series of core departments, each composed of multiple specialized units:

Design & Construction
Business Operations
Campus Operations and Maintenance
Campus Planning and Strategic Investment

Whether responding to a maintenance request, shaping future facilities or creating spaces that inspire discovery, our team is grounded in excellence, service and stewardship.

Join the pack and become part of one of the largest and most respected employers in the state, helping shape the future of our campus community. Take a look below to see what we offer!
Wolfpack Perks and Benefits
As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.

What we offer:
Medical, Dental, and Vision
Flexible Spending Account
Retirement Programs
Disability Plans
Life Insurance
Accident Plan
Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
12 Holidays Each Year
Tuition and Academic Assistance
And so much more!

Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.
Essential Job Duties
Are you a dynamic engineering professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment where no two projects are the same? Do you enjoy seeing projects move from concept to completion while serving as the trusted point of contact for stakeholders?

We are seeking an Engineer II to provide design and construction project management services across a varied portfolio of renovation and new construction projects ranging from $5,000 to $5 million. This role is ideal for a proactive, solutions-oriented professional who enjoys managing multiple projects, collaborating with varied teams, and delivering high-quality results that directly impact campus operations and infrastructure.

If you’re ready to take ownership of meaningful projects and help shape the built environment, we encourage you to apply.

Key responsibilities and duties include, but are not limited to:
Serve as the university’s primary point of contact and customer representative, managing 15–20 concurrent projects in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Manage renovation and new construction projects ranging from $5K to $5M across varied facility types, including academic, research, residential, dining, athletic, administrative, exterior spaces, transportation, and utility infrastructure.
Oversee projects of varying complexity involving architectural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, life safety (fire alarm and sprinkler), telecommunications, security, site utilities, communications, and conveyance systems.
Manage third-party designers and contractors throughout the project lifecycle, including scope development, bidding, award, construction, inspections, occupant move-in, and contract closeout.
Develop scopes of work, review construction documents, and prepare cost estimates to support project planning and procurement.
Lead bid processes in accordance with State Construction Office policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with state procurement requirements.
Administer construction contracts by managing schedules, enforcing contract terms, reviewing and processing RFIs, submittals, change orders, payment applications, and project documentation.
Conduct effective design reviews to ensure quality assurance and proactively prevent construction issues through coordinated planning and problem avoidance.
Apply working knowledge of North Carolina building codes, standards, and ordinances applicable to state and university construction projects.
Ensure full compliance with State Construction Office requirements and university guidelines throughout design and construction phases.
Perform quality control inspections and proactively coordinate construction activities to maintain safety, regulatory compliance, and operational continuity.
Lead and participate in construction-related meetings, including pre-bid, bid openings, pre-installation, progress meetings, inspections, and final occupancy walkthroughs.
Collaborate closely with Campus Planning and Strategic Investments, Operations & Maintenance, Business Operations, and Environmental Health & Safety to align project execution with institutional priorities.
Communicate effectively with a varied campus population, providing responsive customer service and maintaining strong stakeholder engagement from project initiation through closeout.
Other Responsibilities
Other tasks and responsibilities may be assigned based on the needs of the organization and evolving priorities.
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in the engineering discipline related to the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience Some positions may require licensure by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Other Required Qualifications
Proficient knowledge of standard design and construction practices and have both office and field experience.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and general business software; experience with Microsoft Project and Bluebeam review preferred.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Experience/Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Architecture, or Landscape Architecture with at least five (5) years of post-graduation experience. Licensure as a registered professional engineer, architect, or landscape architect is preferred. If out of state, the expectation is that in-state licensure will be obtained within 12 months of hire date. LEED accreditation is also preferred, or the ability to pass the first test within twelve months of hire date.
Progressive experience in project management in construction or related field.
Knowledge in the use of organization-specific project management programs such as AERES, FM: Interact, AiM, and capital improvement.
Knowledge of State and local building codes.
Required License(s) or Certification(s)
Valid driver’s license required.
Valid North Carolina driver’s license is required within 60 days of hire and must be maintained.