Volkert Inc.

CEI Senior Project Engineer

Volkert Inc.$90K — $120K *
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Civil Engineering degree from an ABET accredited program
  • Registered Professional Engineer (PE) in Tennessee
  • 10+ years of experience in road and bridge construction
  • Experience with TDOT and existing relationships in Region 3
  • Proven project management and personnel management experience
  • Strong leadership and communication skills
  • Ability to meet TDOT expectations and manage projects within budget

Responsibilities

  • Direct construction engineering administration and inspection of projects
  • Plan and organize work for staff members
  • Review compliance of programs with client standards
  • Identify and pursue future project opportunities
  • Maintain relationships with stakeholders for project success
  • Prepare proposals and estimates for new projects
  • Conduct site inspections to ensure quality and compliance

Benefits

  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • Medical, Dental, & Vision coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
  • Employer-paid Life and AD&D insurance
  • Short-term and long-term disability coverage
  • Wellness incentives
  • Student Debt Retirement Match
  • Additional voluntary benefits
Full Job Description
We are currently searching for an experienced CEI Senior Project Engineer to support our Gulf Region located in Brentwood or Nashville, TN.

To be considered for this position, applicants musthave, at minimum, 10 years of experience in major road and bridge construction and TDOT experience.

What you'll be doing:
  • Direct construction engineering administration and inspection project/program
  • Plan and organize the work of subordinate and staff members; develop and/or review project specific policies, methods, practices, and procedures
  • Review programs for conformance with Client standards
  • Identify and pursue future opportunities
  • The Senior Project Engineer is responsible for developing and maintaining an excellent professional relationship with those organizations to facilitate both the successful completion of current ongoing projects and the successful pursuit of follow-on assignments
  • Preparing proposals and estimates for new projects
  • Reviewing technical work and reports prepared by others
  • Managing projects so that schedules and budget are met
  • Periodic visits to construction or work sites to perform inspections

What you need to have:
  • Civil Engineering degree from an ABET accredited program
  • Registered Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Tennessee is required
  • 10+ years of progressive experience in major road and bridge construction
  • TDOT experience and existing relationships required (Region 3 preferred)
  • Previous experience managing projects and personnel
  • Must have proven skills in meeting TDOT expectations, schedules, and budgets
  • Proven leadership, communication, mentoring, and client liaison skills
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment. Volkert adheres to federal guidelines, which may include testing for substances such as marijuana. Please note that federal regulations may differ from state-specific guidelines
  • Valid driver's license
  • A satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR)

Key Benefits:
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • Medical, Dental, & Vision
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matching
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
  • Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance
  • Employer-Paid short-term disability and long-term disability
  • Wellness incentives
  • Student Debt Retirement Match
  • Additional voluntary benefits


The words from our Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, Thomas A. Hand, PE, capture best how you can make an impact while working for Volkert.

"For a century, Volkert has done meaningful work that improves our infrastructure and quality of life throughout our communities. We are proud of our one-hundred-year legacy and humbled by the opportunities ahead of us as we look forward to our next century of service. With our commitment to employee ownership and sustainable growth, you can build a career here that really makes a difference."

- Thomas A. Hand, PE, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer

Volkert does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies or fee-based recruitment services.

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About Volkert Inc.

Volkert Inc. is an engineering consulting firm that provides a range of services, including transportation planning, environmental engineering, and construction management. The company was founded in 1925 and is headquartered in Mobile, Alabama. Volkert serves clients in a variety of industries, including transportation, energy, and water resources. The company has a reputation for delivering high-quality work and has received numerous awards for its projects. Volkert is committed to sustainability and has implemented a number of initiatives to reduce its environmental impact.
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1,000 employees
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Founded
1925

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