Dragados USA is seeking a Civil Project Engineer to join our talented team of engineers who are supporting the $1 billion expansion project at the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel. The Civil Project Engineer will be responsible for providing technical support to the construction operations on the project. This position will report directly to the Civil Construction Manager on the project.. Competitive Pay! Great Benefits!
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Lead project meetings to collect and disseminate information pertaining to the project.
Responsible for technical specifications/drawings review and resolution.
Coordinate the collection and dissemination of technical information between/within the company and the owner.
Schedule and monitor program activity to achieve an on-time result including follow-up with external suppliers to ensure timely response to action items.
Create bill of materials, referencing to project drawings and specifications.
Review quotations utilizing supplier information, cost standards, technical information from quality, manufacturing, engineering, and design.
Determines possibility of conflicts/delays in the construction process by reviewing project drawings. Analyzes the process to determine likelihood of detection and resulting effect. Suggests preventative steps for correction.
Ensure that project charges are correctly represented for accounting's closing process.
Evaluates that project charges are correctly represented for accounting's closing process.
Manages subcontractors and change orders on project.
Performs other related duties as required and assigned
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year college or university, Civil Engineering or Construction Management preferred
At least 5 years of experience within a construction firm
Communication - excellent oral presentation and written skills
Organizational ability - able to plan, prioritize, organize and monitor activities and projects. Able to work well in a group environment and foster a team approach.
Preferred Qualifications
Field experience preferred
Professional Engineer License preferred
Construction experience in heavy civil projects
Knowledge and experience with Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, MS Project
Knowledge with Primavera P6 Scheduling Software is a plus
Goal oriented - able to set goals and achieve them
Interpersonal - able to work well and persuade people at all organization levels
