What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Engineer/Representative position at CES Consultants, Inc.?
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Description
Position Title: CMAR Construction Engineers/Representative
Company: CES Consultants, Inc. (CES)
Location: Alexandria, VA Office/ Washington, DC– on site or in-office with commute to project sites.
Job Type: Full-Time
Position Overview
The Construction Engineer uses their technical expertise to oversee construction projects and assists the Project Manager or Owner’s Advisor with construction management and construction administration duties. Their work involves interpreting plans, performing site inspections, evaluating technical data, and resolving construction field issues, among other tasks. The Construction Engineer may independently manage moderately complex projects or supervise the work of other staff responsible for overseeing routine projects. The Construction Engineer performs work under the limited supervision of a Project Manager or Owner’s Advisor, with broad latitude in exercising independent judgment.
Responsibilities:
- Interprets drawings, plans, specifications, and technical data.
- Helps the Project Manager or Owner’s Advisor coordinate reviews and responses to construction documents, including submittals, Requests for Information (RFI), field directives, proposed change orders, etc.
- Inspects all phases of construction to ensure that proper and acceptable materials are being used and work is being performed according to approved plans and specifications.
- Coordinates the contractor’s work with various departments and third parties (e.g., permitting agencies).
- Participate in various construction meetings (e.g., progress meetings, schedule review meetings, utility coordination meetings, etc.).
- Work may include other duties and responsibilities, as assigned.
- Perform additional related duties as needed.
Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Knowledge of local, state, and federal building codes, construction principles, techniques and procedures, materials, occupational hazards, and safety precautions.
- Knowledge of the equipment and methods used in wastewater and stormwater engineering and construction.
- Ability to read and comprehend construction plans, specifications, inspection and test reports, survey information, and other technical documents associated with design and construction projects.
- Ability to apply mathematical formulas and engineering principles to determine field adjustments to construction plans.
- Ability to coordinate the activities of inspectors and sub-professional engineers and instruct them in proper work methods.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interface with clients, senior management, and regulatory agencies.
- Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Ability to be an independent thinker capable of solving problems within a team environment by analyzing technical issues, applying underlying principles, and delivering cost-effective solutions that provide value to clients.
Minimum Training and Experience
- Bachelor of Science degree in engineering from a school with an ABET accredited program and eight (8) years of experience on multi-discipline construction projects.
- Experience working at large, complex water/wastewater treatment facilities in operation
- Strong proficiency in MS Office Suite products, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Preferred Certifications
- Registered as a Professional Engineer (P.E.) preferred
- Experience using engineering calculation software, preferred.
- Experience using Autodesk applications preferred.
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Company Overview
CES Consultants, Inc. is a fast-growing, civil infrastructure engineering, program management, construction management, and program analytics and technology firm with offices in Miami, Broward, West Palm Beach, Orlando, Tampa, and Jacksonville, Florida, the DC Metro area, New York City, and New Jersey.
At CES, we work as a team to deliver exceptional service and build lasting relationships with our employees and clients. We are looking for the right professionals to join us on our mission to provide cutting-edge, sustainable innovations that build resilient communities through smart solutions. Being part of our culture means:
- Thriving on challenges and the effort needed to solve them.
- Working with people who are positive, adaptable, and growth minded.
- Delivering quality work for our clients and investing in their success.
- Supporting fellow teammates by work sharing and collaborating
Company Benefits:
We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package to qualified candidates. The employee compensation package includes Employer premium cost share contributions to all employees and their families. The benefit healthcare coverage package includes medical, dental, and vision, 401k with company contributions, Personal Time Off (PTO), and 100% company-paid Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability. Additional Voluntary benefits include Long-Term Disability, Voluntary Life Insurance for employee/spouse/child(ren), and the opportunity to enroll in Health Flex Spending.
Equal Opportunity Employer
CES is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative-action employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulations in the locations where we work.
Salary : $125,000 - $175,000