This position is located in the Greater St. Louis metropolitan area. Qualified candidates must be able to reliably commute or be willing to relocate in order to be considered.

Since 1908, our heavy civil and marine contracting company has been developing and improving transportation and commerce along U.S. waterways and infrastructure. For five generations, Massman has been an integral part of our nation’s vibrancy and strength through private and public infrastructure investment, as well as an industry leader in markets nationwide. With over 1,700 completed projects, Massman teams have constructed many of our nation’s most impressive bridges; complex lock, dam, and flood control structures; and efficient ship barge loading facilities. Our mission is simply to be the best. To achieve it, we foster innovative solutions, leverage advanced technology, provide leadership in each phase of development, and communicate with every stakeholder – all the while honoring schedules and meeting budgets.

Job Overview

The Project Engineer is responsible for all routine on-site project administration, scheduling, and engineering.

He or she will be responsible for managing the work planning process, resolving technical issues, and issue resolution. The ideal candidate will plan, coordinate, and manage on-site construction engineering activities and schedules and manages subcontractors. Prepares monthly pay estimates and updates the schedule. Prepares, coordinates, and updates budgets, change orders, and cost reports for Project Manager review and approval.

He or she also reinforces Massman’s Incident & Injury Free Initiative along with our corporate mission and vision statement in the daily performance of their work.

Key Responsibilities

Technical/Engineering

• Be an Incident and Injury Free Leader
• Participate in the project safety process, conduct safety inspections, and contribute to weekly toolbox meetings and safety training
• Provide technical support in construction planning, quality control, interpretation of design, application of construction methods, resolution and documentation of design conflicts, and constructability reviews to ensure successful job completion.
• Has project-level responsibility for contract administration & compliance, as well as project engineering (lift plans and work plans)
• Manage scheduling and monthly progress narratives, as well as owner and subcontractor pay estimates
• Recognize and provide timely notification of potential contractual risks or issues; independently develop mitigation plans
• Prepare required information for presentation at project reviews
• Generate applicable RFIs (Request for Information) on contractual or design-related issues
• Supervise cost report management and lead regular review meetings
• Responsible for complete understanding of the contract including Massman's and the client/owner’s contractual obligations
• Ensure clients/owners are notified in a timely manner regarding extra work, design changes, delays, etc.
• Manage on-site project document control system
• Assist Project Manager with reviewing and preparing month-end cost reports; assist with cost forecasting and revenue projections
• Understand and promote innovation for cost and schedule improvements
• Maintain project-level oversight for all construction activities to ensure conformance to design specifications, safety standards, and production goals
• Conduct recurring team meetings to stay aligned with expectations and goals of the project
• Manage the subcontract and procurement process including directing or performing the solicitation, review, and document preparation elements
• Take the lead in working with designers and/or engineers to do value engineering, material substitutions, and engineering related constructability issues
• Supervise, direct, and mentor junior engineering staff and/or interns to foster individual development and high-quality project standards
• Manage the project recordkeeping and correspondence functions; maintain tracking logs for change orders, RFI’s, and submittals
• Develop and maintain site logistics plan with Superintendent staff
• Provide support for craft personnel, engineering staff, superintendents, and administrative operations as required
• Manage the project closeout process as it relates to punch list, quality control, commissioning, final documentation submission, and demobilization
• Provide support for craft personnel, Project Engineers, Superintendents, and administrative operations as required

Other:

• Represent the company in a professional and courteous manner at all times
• Represent company and project team during client and project management meetings to ensure effective communication
• Travel as required to attend company meetings, site visits, off-site training, etc.
• Assume additional responsibilities as directed
• This position may also assist in the development of estimates, schedules, and bid documentation for company pursuits and future work

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering-related (Civil, Industrial, Mechanical, Construction Engineering) or Construction Management field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Field/Office Engineer
• Previous experience in or exposure to the heavy civil and/or marine construction industry
• Valid driver's license for occasional required travel
• Self-motivated and proven ability to lead collaborative efforts; assumes responsibility for entire job function
• Work as part of a team; ability to lead others and fosters a productive, positive work environment.
• Able to work with a variety of staff and coordinate effectively with junior and senior managers or craft personnel.
• Demonstrated proficiency to develop, analyze, and maintain complex project schedules.
• Demonstrated ability to implement, utilize, and manage the cost management process including quantities, cost reports, forecasting, labor reports, documentation, and recordkeeping
• Ability to efficiently perform the contract administration functions including correspondence, document control, daily reports, and change order/claims preparation.
• Ability to efficiently perform project administration processes including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and subcontractor/supplier correspondence and tracking
• Effective communication skills, both oral and written, including ability to compose and edit professional letters to external organizations including customer, vendor, government agencies, and subcontractors
• Ability to organize and supervise individual engineering functions
• Strong computer proficiency and Microsoft Office experience; ability to adapt to new technologies and processes
• Demonstrates good management and leadership skills
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Strong mathematic and scientific reasoning skills; ability to utilize logic and sound judgement to solve complex problems
• Demonstrates a strong work ethic and is eager to learn
• Ability to work well in a non-structured environment
• Excellent grammar, composition, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to communicate information and ideas in a way that others will understand
• Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently and effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Advanced knowledge of Primavera P6 & Auto-Cad
• Estimating skills a plus

Travel Requirements

• Limited travel may be required
• Periodic relocation may be required in response to other opportunities
• Travel and relocation may vary pending successful pursuits and staffing needs

Massman Construction Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

It is the employment policy and practice of Massman Construction Co. to recruit and to hire qualified employees without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin, age, disability, veteran status or other classes protected by applicable law, and to not discriminate with respect to compensation and opportunities for advancement, including upgrading, promotion and transfers.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and may change at any time according to the sole and absolute discretion of the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

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