Project Engineer - Atlas

Atlas is a nationwide leader in civil engineering, materials testing and geotechnical consulting services for environmental, industrial and infrastructure construction projects. Headquartered in Austin, TX, Atlas currently has over 3,500 employees with offices throughout the US, including Alaska & Hawaii. It’s no accident that Atlas creates a better experience for infrastructure and environmental projects. It’s how we are built – with the best people in the industry, with the reach and expertise to help at any and every step of the project, and with a heart-led approach that puts quality and safety at the center of everything we do. We’re just built to be better. We are a great company.

Atlas is seeking a skilled Project Engineer to join our team, working on exciting remote transportation projects within U.S. National Parks and Forests. The Project Engineer will be responsible for supporting the planning, design, and execution of construction projects related to bridges and other transportation structures. This role requires a strong foundation in civil/structural design, construction, and materials engineering techniques, as well as the ability to apply judgment to complex tasks that involve independent evaluation, selection, and adaptation of these methods.

The Project Engineer will oversee day-to-day project engineering and management, ensuring the successful delivery of projects through all phases. Collaboration with inspectors, contractors, subcontractors, cooperating agencies, and state DOT or FHWA staff will be key in delivering quality projects.

Locations Considered:

Sacramento, CA; NV; ID; UT; TX; WY; MT

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as a technical advisor for administering and ensuring compliance with construction contract terms within delegated authorities.
• Manage a construction team, including supervising construction inspectors.
• Monitor, document, and report on contract actions to the government.
• Provide clarification and guidance to the Construction Contractor on contract-related queries.
• Ensure the Construction Contractor’s work complies with contractual requirements.
• Address inquiries from the public, landowners, and other stakeholders, in coordination with the Construction Manager.
• Delegate daily work assignments and supervise staff as needed.
• Review the construction schedule for compliance and reasonableness.
• Enforce safety regulations in alignment with state and federal regulations.
• Facilitate and participate in meetings with the Construction Contractor, client agencies, and the public as needed.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with established processes for contract management.
• Process and approve submittals, invoices, and other contractor documentation.
• Assist in preparing contract modifications, including independent cost estimates.
• Review payrolls and perform labor standard interviews.

Competencies:

• Strong ability to enforce compliance with construction contract terms and manage the project team, including supervising inspectors.
• Expertise in preparing contract modifications, reviewing progress payments, measuring construction materials, assisting with claims responses, and reviewing submittals.
• Skilled in analyzing project schedules, including critical path and bar chart analysis.
• Experience overseeing environmental mitigation, including wetlands, endangered species, cultural resources, and more.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel) and familiarity with transportation construction contracts, specifications, and plan interpretation.
• Knowledge of safety and labor laws, quality control/assurance, traffic control, and construction methods.
• Experience with on-site inspection services in environmentally sensitive areas like National Parks and Forests.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience:
  • 10 years of progressively responsible experience in highway/bridge construction projects, with at least 6 years as a project or resident engineer on state or federal highway/bridge projects.
  • OR
  • Licensed Professional Engineer in Civil Engineering; or a BS in Civil Engineering/Construction Management with 5 years of on-site project administration experience in highway/bridge construction.
• Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong time management skills.
• Ability to meet internal requirements for company vehicle operation, with a valid driver’s license and insurable driving record.
• Willingness and ability to travel to job sites, including remote areas, up to 75-100% of the time.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).

Physical Demands & Work Conditions:

• Ability to stand, walk, sit, lift, carry, push, pull, reach, handle, and perform physical tasks in varying environmental conditions.
• Ability to lift and carry objects exceeding 50 pounds.
• Ability to work extended hours and in both indoor and outdoor environments with extreme heat and cold.
• Capability to work in and near industrial hazards and remote project sites.

Compensation:

$50hr-$75hr

The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the state’s law. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience.

Benefits:

Atlas offers a comprehensive benefit program to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, Atlas benefits include health, dental, vision, life, AD&D, voluntary life / AD&D, disability benefits, leaves of absence, 401k, paid time off, paid holidays, employee assistance program, educational assistance program.

Who We Are:

We strive to be the most sought-after infrastructure and environmental solutions company, known for our unique, values-driven approach and brought to life by the industry’s most exceptional people.

Atlas provides professional testing, inspection, engineering, environmental and consulting services from more than 100 locations nationwide. We deliver solutions to both public and private sector clients in the transportation, commercial, water, government, education and industrial markets.

With a legacy of providing consistent quality and results, Atlas creates a better experience at every stage of an infrastructure project. We connect the best experts in the industry to deliver value from concept to completion and beyond. This means doing everything our clients expect and then raising the expectations in a way that only our people can.

Our Values:

Life: We enhance quality of life. We value people and safety above all else.
Heart: As our hallmarks, we act with compassion, empathy and respect.
Trust: We work together as partners, doing what we say with full accountability.
Mastery: Always striving for the highest quality, we ensure greatness inspires all our work.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion are at the core of our purpose & values:

We are committed to enhancing the lives of our employees, customers, shareholders, and the communities where we live and work. We believe in our heart-led approach and place a strong focus on conducting our business in an ethical, compassionate, and respectful way. Through our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Program, we seek to hire, develop, and promote a talented and diverse team of professionals nationwide. We believe in leveraging the power of our different backgrounds, beliefs, perspectives and capabilities to create value for our company and our communities. Our values of Life, Heart, Mastery and Trust are the principles by which we operate, the character of our people, and the culture of our organization. We’re Stronger Together.

Atlas EEOC Statement

Atlas is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Atlas makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. For more information, read through our EEO Policy https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf

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