Construction Project Engineer - McLean, United States - Abacus Solutions Group

Description

We are seeking a skilled Project Engineer to join our team. The Project Engineer will be responsible for overseeing various construction projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget.

Responsibilities

• Develop design documents for sheeting and shoring projects
• Collaborate with project owners, general contractors and other design professionals during the development phase of projects
• Facilitate material and service procurement for the projects
• Work directly with field supervision to develop construction plans and perform constructability reviews
• Have thorough knowledge of companys contracts and understanding of all parties involved
• Secure all required permits and verify insurance coverage for construction work
• Schedule and facilitate all project meetings required to successfully coordinate work activity
• Have thorough knowledge of all major project issues and priorities; prepare and submit monthly job status reports
• Assist in providing general administrative and technical leadership for the project
• Maintain all project records and monitor correspondence
• Supervise closeout of project
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with counterparts at owner, engineering firms, and general contractor
• Participate in proposals and presentations as requested

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Civil Engineering with concentration on Geotechnical and Structural Engineering, Masters Degree in Geotechnical or Structural Engineering is a plus
• Experience in design of support of excavation systems using specialty software programs
• Ability to review development phase and contract documents and geotechnical reports in order to advise on best sheeting and shoring and/or deep foundations solutions
• Professional Engineer credentials is preferred. EIT on path to P.E. is also acceptable but must obtain P.E. within maximum first year of employment
• 4-6 years of experience required with emphasis on self-perform work and design and construction of sheeting and shoring and deep foundations systems
• Work experience with specialty foundations contractors and or consultants with a passion for building projects is a must
• Experience managing projects successfully specialty foundations projects from start to finish is a huge plus
• Skilled at negotiating and developing relationships with project stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate a team
• Strong work ethic and ability to work in a fast paced and tough (exposure to weather and rough terrain) environment
• Passion for the work and industry a must
• Strong proficiency in operating AutoCAD
• Knowledge of scheduling