As a qualified construction engineer, you will support our office with managing, and overseeing projects. The projects may include drainage and sewage systems or developing roadways and bridges. The construction engineer will need to have a strong understanding of DOT and Local Agency requirements that might affect projects. The position will be primarily focused on the management of projects and staff in the field setting. The position will partner with other OHM Advisors offices, disciplines, clients, and project owners / stakeholders.
Your Responsibilities
Inspects work in progress to ensure that work conforms to specifications and construction schedules are adhered to.
Interface daily with project team members, our clients, contractors, and other technical experts and disciplines regarding project-related items.
Effectively communicate project details to the project team and clients.
Provide project-related guidance, coaching, and direction to staff.
What You Need to Succeed
Licensed Professional Engineer in Michigan.
Other discipline experiences such as, but not limited to, water main, sanitary sewer, road, pathways, and stormwater system experience are also desirable.
Working knowledge of established construction practices, procedures, and techniques as well as applicable local, State, and Federal delivery requirements.
Has demonstrated experience serving as a liaison between field operations and the owner's Project Manager, with the ability to clearly communicate construction issues encountered in the field and proposed solutions, and then implement the chosen solution with the contractor.
Management of a contractor's progress, construction budget, and schedule, and conducted regular meetings with the owner to provide project updates.
Ability to read and interpret documents, such as work orders, safety rules, procedure manuals, and construction drawings/plans.
Strong analytical and innovative problem-solving skills.
Computer skills including internet, MS Outlook, MS Excel, and MS Word.
Application criteria that is a plus:
Experience in bridge construction.
Experience with trenchless technologies.
Experience with construction survey.
Experience with project documentation.
Experience with project submittal reviews.
Experience with project close out and as built submittals.
Come work for OHM Advisors, the community advancement firm.
With the singular mission of Advancing Communities, our diverse, 650+ member team works collaboratively across multiple service areas including architecture, engineering, planning, surveying, and construction engineering to create better places for people. We are a team of experts with individual specialties working together, driven to make a difference through people-focused problem solving, design, and ideas. In everything we do, we put people first. We create places for communities of people that help solve a problem and drive them forward-advancing the whole community today and well into the future.
Your Team
As a trusted member of OHM Advisors' Field Services Group, you will join a growing, mission-driven team of innovative thinkers who collaborate daily, using our combined gifts and talents to continually advance the communities we serve.
Growth at OHM Advisors
Advancement isn't just for our clients. We're committed to moving our team forward, too. At OHM Advisors, you'll enjoy challenging, meaningful work at a growing company creating innovative solutions for forward-thinking clients. But there's not just cool work on big projects. You'll be empowered to create your own career path in a culture that supports your individual professional development goals and encourages your pursuits through continued opportunities for growth. Read about some of our opportunities for career growth and enrichment on our website.
OHM Advisors is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
