Project Engineer - Heavy Civil Construction

Demathieu Bard

$80K — $95K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in a related field.
  • EIT certification essential.
  • 3+ years of experience with a General Contractor.
  • Knowledge of construction project management and scheduling.
  • Familiarity with heavy civil construction methods, preferably with bridge experience.

Responsibilities

  • Meet with field crews to confirm resources and production schedules.
  • Manage subcontractors and their work methods and schedules.
  • Review and verify all project documents and specifications.
  • Provide technical input for project planning and scheduling.
  • Identify risks to the budget or schedule during production phases.
  • Evaluate project performance based on daily data and projections.
  • Update project schedules monthly for stakeholder reporting.

Benefits

  • Up to 50 hours of work per week based on project needs.
  • Opportunity for frequent travel to various construction sites across DC, Maryland, and Virginia.
  • Engagement in high-profile heavy civil projects, particularly in bridge construction.
Full Job Description
Description

Job Summary

As Project Engineer reporting to the Project Manager, you will ensure that our heavy civil projects remain on schedule and within budget by: monitoring and analyze cost data, managing subcontractor activity and deliverables, and verifying compliance regarding quality and health and safety standards. Your skills in resource tracking and management, together with your construction expertise, will help maintain smooth and efficient project operations.

Responsibilities

  • Meet with engineering and field crews to review production schedule and confirm all materials, equipment and resources.
  • Manage subcontractors and coordinate subcontractor work methods, schedule and crews as needed.
  • Review all shop drawings, design specifications, material requirements and project data.
  • Provides technical input for project work plan and scheduling.
  • Identify risk elements of production, materials, equipment or process that could negatively impact the budget or schedule.
  • Evaluate daily production, schedule and budget projections to accurately track project performance.
  • Update project schedule monthly for owner and management reporting.
  • Prepare and manage a three-week work plan. Notify engineering and project management of any significant schedule changes and develops solutions to mitigate delays and cost.
  • Initiate and manage all Requests for Information (RFIs).
  • Remit accurate project quantities using assigned project cost coding to ensure project financials are accurately reported.
  • Manage invoicing with accounting team regarding materials, equipment and subcontractor needs.
  • Review certificates and permits needed to perform work.
  • Review required Job Hazard Analysis (JHAs) to ensure a safe and compliance work environment for all construction personnel.


Qualifications required

Education
• Bachelor's Degree in a related field.

Certifications/licenses
• EIT

Experience and Knowledge
• 3+ years experience working for a General Contractor.

Core Competencies

  • Knowledge of construction project management
  • Technical knowledge - Means and Method in different type of Heavy Civil construction. Bridges construction experience is preferred.
  • Knowledge of construction scheduling and production time management.


Computer Skills

  • Excellent knowledge of MS Office including MS Project
  • Primavera P6
  • Familiarity with construction/ project management software including AutoCAD, ArcGIS, Bluebeam and HECRAS


Safety Training

  • OSHA 10 and OSHA 30


Job Specific Competencies

  • Superior analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Advanced persuasive communication
  • Strategic thinking and decision making
  • Advanced leadership and coaching skills
  • Stress management
  • Managing performance
  • Personal credibility
  • Workplace health and safety awareness


Work Conditions

  • Up to 50 hours a week based on project requirements
  • Clear driving record / own vehicle
  • Frequent travel to various construction sites across the District of Columbia, Maryland, Virginia


CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK

All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal record check. Applicants must consent to this check as part of the hiring process.

NOTICE REGARDING RETENTION OF APPLICATIONS:

All CVs received and not selected for a specific position will be kept in our database for a period of 3 years from the date of receipt. After this 3-year period, your information will be automatically deleted from our system. We take great care to ensure the security and confidentiality of your data throughout its storage. If you wish to update your information or withdraw your application before the expiry of this period, please do not hesitate to contact us at [email protected]

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