Ability to apply technical skills to solve client problems
Positive attitude and strong work ethic
Sense of urgency and self-initiative to meet deadlines
Attention to detail and ability to foster a positive work environment
Passion for achieving goals
Responsibilities
Provide construction services for civil engineering projects during all phases
Conduct constructability reviews and develop design schedules
Coordinate bidding processes, including pre-bid meetings and bid tabulations
Review contractor schedules and conduct progress meetings during construction
Inspect and observe construction activities, ensuring compliance with specifications
Review pay applications and manage change orders
Document project progress and assist with project closeout
Benefits
Exceptional Retirement Plan with a 2-to-1 company match
Comprehensive health coverage with low-cost options
Flexible time off including personal leave and half-day Fridays
Financial wellness initiatives like student loan matching
Professional development opportunities including tuition reimbursement
Family-friendly benefits such as New Parent Leave and childcare resources
Full Job Description
Overview
Kimley-Horn is looking for a Construction Observer to join our Fort Myers, Florida (FL) office! This is not a remote position.
Responsibilities
Provide construction related services for civil engineering projects during design, bidding and construction phases
Design phase responsibilities include constructability reviews, design scheduling, contract time determination scheduling, franchise utility coordination, opinions of probable construction cost, specification and bid package development (including competitive sealed proposal method), and construction phasing
Bidding phase responsibilities include bid scheduling and coordination, advertising projects, coordinating and running pre-bid meetings, addendum coordination and distribution, bid tabulations, contractor reference checks, and recommendations of contract
Construction phase responsibilities include construction scheduling and contractor schedule review, progress meetings, submittal review, construction inspection and observation, pay application review, change orders, time impact analysis, project closeout, and project documentation.
Qualifications
10+ years Construction Management experience
High School Diploma or equivalent
Excellent verbal and written communication
Ability to apply technical skills to meet project demands and solve problems for our clients
Positive attitude and an impressive work ethic
Clear sense of urgency and self-initiative to meet deadlines
Attention to details and ability to contribute to a positive work environment
Passion and demonstrated drive to achieve goals
Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn
Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.
About Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc.
Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. is a multi-disciplinary engineering consulting firm that provides planning, engineering, and design services for a wide range of clients. The company offers services in the areas of aviation, environmental, landscape architecture, land planning, parking consulting, roadway design, structural engineering, transit and rail, transportation planning, and water resources. Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. serves clients in the United States.
