Webber - Project Engineer - Infrastructure Management

Ferrovial; Eastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking construction firm as a Project Engineer specializing in infrastructure management. In this dynamic role, you will serve as a technical advisor, ensuring compliance with standards for roadways, bridges, and facilities. Your expertise will guide quality assurance processes and project inspections while you contribute to a diverse and inclusive work environment. With a commitment to innovation and excellence, this established industry player offers a collaborative atmosphere where your contributions will significantly impact ongoing projects. If you're passionate about civil engineering and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Civil Engineering is required with 5+ years of experience.
• Experience in contract and sub-contractor management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with contractual performance standards for infrastructure.
• Conduct quality assurance reviews and inspections of projects.
• Train and mentor other employees while developing cost-saving initiatives.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Problem Solving

Leadership Skills

Strategic Thinking

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering

5+ years in Civil Engineering

Job description

Webber - Project Engineer - Infrastructure Management

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locations: Kanata, ON

time type: Full time

posted on: Posted 8 Days Ago

time left to apply: End Date: May 15, 2025 (30+ days left to apply)

job requisition id: JR10904

About us:

Founded in 1963, Webber is a leading construction company that specializes in heavy civil, waterworks, energy and infrastructure management and is dedicated to safely providing intelligent solutions to its clients and community. Webber is headquartered in Houston, Texas, with offices and projects in the United States and Canada. Webber supports a wide range of project models to meet client needs, including traditional design bid build, design build, alternative delivery models and public private partnership (P3) solutions. Webber also has an in-house engineering services department to help optimize building efficiency and quality while solving complex project challenges using field experience, innovative construction methods and BIM technology. As a subsidiary of Ferrovial, Webber has access to a global network of skilled engineers, best-in-class technology and vast resources.

Job Description:

Position Summary

Serves as technical engineering advisor to project staff on roadway, bridge and facility infrastructure.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensures compliance with processes, procedures, and specifications regarding contractual performance standards for roadways, facilities and bridges.
• Quality assurance reviews of project subcontractors and consultant performance and provides recommendations to project staff.
• Performs quality control reviews of submitted roadway lighting, striping reflectivity, attenuator and guardrail, stormwater and bridge inspection reports.
• Determines best approach (self-performance or sub-contract) for bringing roadway, facility and bridge assets into contract compliance considering cost, timelines and efficiency.
• Schedules and coordinates work to be performed.
• Develops contracts to include estimates, quantities, contract language and specifications.
• Inspects in-process and completed work to ensure compliance with contract requirements.
• Enters data into the work reporting and other databases/systems.
• May prepare and maintain reports and other documentation including project work plan and checkbook.
• Responds, when needed, to roadway and bridge incident emergencies and coordinates work on-site responders.
• May assist with routine work plan activities such as traffic control and maintenance work.
• Sources and qualifies new sub-contractors.
• Makes suggestions for methods to reduce expenses and improve efficiency.
• Trains and mentors other employees.
• May develop and conduct technical training programs.
• Avoids legal challenges by complying with federal, state, and local legal requirements.
• Assists in developing cost saving initiatives through processes and approvals and effective quote competition.
• Develops subcontractor base for daily use.
• Positively contributes to a diverse, inclusive and fair work environment, free from discrimination, bullying and harassment.
• Carry out all duties in line with Company policies and procedures as amended from time to time.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to work flexibly and willingness to work extensively to meet business needs.
• High level of attention to detail, initiative, problem solving, personal organizational and leadership skills.
• Ability to meet contract objectives in time and within budget.
• Takes ownership of responsibilities.
• Strong strategic thinking.

Education and Experience

• B.S. Civil Engineering
• 5 + years in civil engineering with progressive experience in transportation maintenance or construction. Experience in contract and sub-contractor management preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record (Required).

Work Conditions/Physical Demands

Approximately 50% performed in climate-controlled internal office environment working under normal office conditions and 50% in field through work quality inspection.

Webber and its companies (e.g. Webber, LLC, Webber Waterworks, LLC, Webber Infrastructure Management, Canada Limited, FerrovialWebber Energy, LLC), is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion and we encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including those with disabilities. We will accommodate applicants’ needs, upon request, throughout all stages of the recruitment process. Please inform us of the accommodation(s) that you may require. Information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

The Statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and levels of work performed by employees, but are not a complete list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.