Construction Services Project Engineer - MP RPO

What you will be doing:

• Manage multi-discipline engineering projects from planning and procurement through start-up and construction.
• Assist business development efforts.
• Review proposed contracts to determine significant parameters, time schedules and mileposts and define the major task areas.
• Manage the inspection and testing personnel on multiple projects including QA/QC testing. Coordinate and schedule activities in the field, including the maintenance of all field equipment.
• Resolve problems and coordinate the final turnover of the project to the client, as the principal contact with the client throughout the entire project.
• Direct the planning and development of the project scope, procedures, and budget.
• Coordinate all client contact, including correspondence between the company and the client and maintain working relationships at all levels throughout the period of the project.
• Ensure contractual commitments are met and the work is being performed according to the client's instructions.
• Maintain effective relationships with members of all divisions and departments responsible for performing services in connection with the project.
• Review and approve all major change orders and periodically review change order controls to determine their adequacy and whether change orders are current and adequate.
• Control and/or review all project forecasts, schedules, cost estimates and reports. Responsible for quality control over the complete project.
• Monitor fees and budgets, report problems to the appropriate Department and Division Managers.
• Conduct periodic client meetings to review progress and discuss construction and engineering changes to project. Conduct kick-off and in-house progress meetings.
• Prepare or direct the preparation of progress and special reports to staff and clients.
• Maintain project files. Obtain client's acceptance of work, coordinate completion of final project paperwork and preparation of final report.
• Review and address health & safety concerns on projects assigned.
• Work with the accounting department to keep billings and receipts current and accurate.
• Be actively involved in civic and professional activities, societies, and organizations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Our ideal candidate has:

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or other relevant degree
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT), Professional Engineer (PE), Certified Construction Manager (CCM) or Project Management Professional (PMP) preferred.
• Experience managing and inspecting City of Columbus and/or ODOT projects a plus.
• Experience managing horizontal and/or vertical construction projects, developing CM/CI budgets, creating pay estimates, change orders, etc.
• Construction materials testing and inspection experience is preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential.
• Must have the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, e-Builder, LMIS
• Valid driver's license and willing to use personal vehicle for job related work, as needed.
• Ability to visit and safely traverse construction and project sites and complying with all applicable safety codes and requirements

About our client:

Our client is an award-winning architecture and engineering firm serving public and private entities across the nation. As a multidisciplinary firm, our client provides engineering and architectural design services, construction management, surveying, right-of-way acquisition and materials testing. In 2016, our client was named Design Firm of the Year by Engineering News-Record (ENR) Midwest. In addition, our client is consistently ranked as one of ENR's Top 150 U.S. Design Firms. Our growth is a testament to the quality of our work and the satisfaction of our clients. Our mission is to build on our reputation for excellence by becoming the preferred architectural, engineering, and environmental firm. We focus on meeting and exceeding our clients' expectations and are known for our competence, integrity, and contributions to the people and communities we service and in which we live.

Additional information:

• Compensation: $76,000-$100,000