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Engineer Infrastructure Director

Engineer Infrastructure Director

InsideHigherEdRaleigh, North Carolina, United States
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Posting Number : PG194173EP

Internal Recruitment :

No

Working Title :

Engineer Infrastructure Director

Anticipated Hiring Range :

$115,000 - $125,000

Work Schedule :

Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm

Job Location : Raleigh, NC

Department :

Campus Planning & Strategic Investment

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.

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 :

    Join Our Team as the Director of Engineering Infrastructure!

    We’re looking for a visionary, results-oriented Director of Engineering Infrastructure to lead and evolve the systems that power our university’s built environment. In this high-impact leadership role, you’ll shape the strategic direction, design, and management of critical infrastructure—spanning underground utilities, central energy plants, roads, and building systems.

    You’ll oversee a multidisciplinary team of engineers and technicians, guide capital project planning, develop innovative funding strategies, and ensure alignment with regulatory standards. This role also fosters talent and innovation : you’ll mentor future leaders in engineering while championing excellence and forward-thinking solutions.

    As a key liaison to institutional leadership and external agencies, your ability to connect vision with execution will be vital to creating a seamless, resilient, and future-ready campus infrastructure.

    If you thrive on big-picture thinking, lead with purpose, and are ready to make a lasting impact—apply today.

    Key responsibilities and duties include, but are not limited to :

  • Provide visionary leadership to advance the university’s infrastructure initiatives and uphold a high standard of excellence.
  • Define and steer the strategic planning, development, and management of campus infrastructure systems.
  • Lead long-range planning by assessing underground utility capacities and evolving design standards to meet future campus needs.
  • Contribute to institutional master planning efforts that guide the physical growth and development of the university.
  • Supervise a multidisciplinary team of engineers and technicians responsible for infrastructure design and implementation.
  • Oversee the operation and integration of underground utilities, central utility plants, roads, and building systems / envelopes.
  • Ensure alignment and seamless connectivity between central plants and building systems for optimal performance campus-wide.
  • Maintain deep expertise in building codes, environmental regulations, and engineering best practices.
  • Guide capital project planning with a focus on utility expansion and long-term infrastructure investment.
  • Perform advanced cost analyses to inform capital investments and project prioritization.
  • Manage a centralized infrastructure database to support strategic decision-making and funding alignment.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop innovative and sustainable funding strategies.
  • Serve as a primary liaison with senior leadership—including the chancellor, trustees, and department heads—to align infrastructure efforts with institutional goals.
  • Coordinate with the City of Raleigh on utility submissions , ensuring compliance with all regulatory standards.
  • Lead negotiations with external agencies and partners to facilitate major infrastructure projects.
  • Cultivate a culture of mentorship, innovation, and continuous improvement within the engineering team.
  • Promote participation and support varied perspectives in infrastructure planning and problem-solving.
  • Drive innovation through the identification and application of creative solutions that enhance the durability and adaptability of university systems.

    • Other Responsibilities :

  • The position works closely with Facilities Division leadership, the University Budget Office, and the University Controller’s office to develop funding strategies to accomplish priority infrastructure efforts. This includes strategic funding initiatives such as debt services, energy performance contracting, carry forward funds planning, auxiliary funding, and US Inflation Reduction Act tax rebates alternatives.

    • Minimum Education and Experience :

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related discipline and five years of related supervisory experience; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
  • Professional Engineers (PE) License

    • Other Required Qualifications :

  • Strong working knowledge of managing infrastructure including underground utilities, central utility plants, roads, and building systems and envelopes.
  • Experience in developing planning and design strategies for campus infrastructure.
  • Ability to evaluate, develop, and manage processes, procedures, and guidelines related to campus planning and development.
  • Proficient knowledge of standard design and construction practices.
  • Effective oral and written communication skills.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to connect and interact with a variety of stakeholders and campus leadership.
  • Ability to proficiently operate a personal computer and a variety of software for email, word processing, spreadsheets, database & information collection.

    • Preferred Qualifications :

  • Experience with strategic planning for the physical campus, and / or infrastructure management.
  • Experience with prioritizing infrastructure needs, presenting informed recommendations to campus administration through comprehensive reports and presentations.
  • In-depth knowledge of university planning efforts, including master planning, campus project development for infrastructure design.

    • Required License(s) or Certification(s) :

  • Valid driver’s license required.
  • Valid NC driver’s license required within 60 days of hire.
  • PE License.

    • Valid NC Driver's License required :

    Yes

    Commercial Driver's License required :

    No

    Job Open Date : 09 / 18 / 2025

    Anticipated Close Date :

    Open Until Filled

    Special Instructions to Applicants :

    Please include as attachments a resume and cover letter.

    Position Number : 00040822

    Position Type : EPS / SAAO

    Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours / week) :

    1.00

    Appointment : 12 Month Recurring

    Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather :

    Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather

    Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events :

    Non Mandatory - Emergency Event

    Department ID :

    442010 - Campus Planning

    EEO :

    NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.

    If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu .

    Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

    NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

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