Bauingenieur / in

U.S. Army Europe and Africa; Wiesbaden; Vor Ort; EUR 50.000 - 70.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A multinational military organization is seeking a skilled construction engineer to manage construction projects in Wiesbaden, Germany. The ideal candidate will have a degree in engineering, proficiency in both English and German, and a valid driver’s license. Responsibilities include overseeing contractor work, ensuring compliance with contract specifications, and conducting site inspections. The position offers job security, competitive pay, and various social benefits, including annual leave and fitness programs.

Leistungen

30 days of annual leave

High level of job security

Health promotion and fitness programs

Qualifikationen

• Experience in construction engineering and management.
• Knowledge of engineering principles and construction methods.
• Fluency in English and German at C1 level.

Aufgaben

• Manage and oversee construction work to ensure contract compliance.
• Assist in reviewing work of construction inspectors.
• Coordinate progress reports and contractor payment certifications.

Kenntnisse

Office automation skills

Driver’s license class B

Ausbildung

Graduate from a Fachhochschule, Berufsakademie, or Technische Hochschule as an Engineer

Jobbeschreibung

Bauingenieur / in

Wiesbaden , Germany

Ausschreibungsbereich

WHO MAY APPLY :

Current INTERNAL Local National Employees throughout Germany.

This covers all current Local National employees of the U.S. Forces in Germany, including U.S. Air Force and AAFES-Europe within Germany

and

EXTERNAL Local National Applicants, who reside in Germany.

Hauptaufgaben

Assigned as construction engineer and is responsible for the administration and management of construction work including Structual / underground / electrical / mechanical engineering field assigned to the Grafenwoehr Construction Inspection Branch. Insures timely, economical, proper quality and quantity of materials, equipment and workmanship and adequacy of the contractor's methods and operation to insure that all work fulfills the requirements of the contract documents. Work performance requires the application of comprehensive knowledge of : (a) engineering principles and techniques in numerous disciplines, (b) construction methods, costs, materials, equipment and safety practices, and (c) contract quality assurance and administration. Acts as the alternate COR with specific delegated duties. Assists the Chief by reviewing the work of approximately four construction inspectors engaged in office activities, including functions such as monitoring the construction of the projects, preparation of contractor payment estimates, as-built drawings, progress reports, recommendations on contract modifications, review of shop drawings, and general or special engineering or administrative correspondence. Reviews work performance of the inspectors including decisions and recommendations made for technical and administrative sufficiency. Develops and establishes methods and procedures for use in expediting construction, for meeting over-all schedules, and for minimizing Government cost pertinent to construction. Checks plans and specifications for inconsistencies and to insure that the intent of the plans and specifications are met and that construction work (structual / underground / electrical / mechanical engineering fields) is accomplished as economically and as timely as possible. Responsible for the technical interpretation of contract plans and specifications. Works with contractor representatives to insure that the intent of plans and specifications are met. Makes technical recommendations regarding proposed contract modifications or change orders. Coordinates the checking of shop drawings to determine conformance with construction plans. Directs the preparation of progress reports and certifies invoices submitted by the contractor for accuracy of work performed. Maintains coordination between the technical engineers in other divisions to insure that all engineering phases are planned and scheduled for their incorporation into construction work and are concurrently integrated to meet the construction sequence and objectives. Works with contractor representatives in the development of construction progress schedules and reviews schedules to insure that they are reasonable and adequate. Maintains a constant check on the progress of work and takes any required action to expedite construction to meet the requirements of such schedules. Makes periodic inspection visits to construction sites to determine progress of contractor operations, to review work for compliance with plans and specifications, and to insure that construction is proceeding on schedule.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifikationsanforderungen

Explanations to the E&T Levels (Education and Training Levels) can be found at the below link "Description of the Education & Training Levels".

https:// portal.chra.army.mil / mnrs?sys_id=0a86e971cd2d2d10aaffb5ebb50f5ac9&view=sp&id=mnrs_kb_article&table=kb_knowledge

E&T Levels I thru IV : not creditable for positions in this occupational series.

E&T Level V : Applicants for positions in this series are required to be graduates from a Fachhochschule, a Berufsakademie, or a Technische Hochschule as an Engineer in the discipline specifically required for the position. Graduates must be fully recognized by German authorities to practice the engineering profession in Germany. Applicants from foreign countries must obtain an equivalent certification from pertinent German authorities that certifies recognition to practice the engineering profession in the area of specialization of the position.

• Office automation skills required
• Driver’s license class B required

LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY LEVEL :

English Language Proficiency Level C1 AND German Language Proficiency Level C1 required.

You may test yourself for free at one of the various online providers, who offer tests under the 'Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).

https:// portal.chra.army.mil / mnrs?sys_id=13a66d71cd2d2d10aaffb5ebb50f5aa0&view=sp&id=mnrs_kb_article&table=kb_knowledge

Auswahlkriterien auswählen

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Beschäftigungsbedingungen

This is a re-announcement of vacancy announcement 24SEP0JD221B0X415887-9. Applications for vacancy announcement 24SEP0JD221B0X415887-9 are not valid for this announcement, submission of a new application is required.

We offer :

• a global employer who stands for cultural diversity and equal opportunities
• employment in an international environment with a welcoming atmosphere
• high level of job security and attractive pay under German tariff agreements (CTA II; Protection Agreement) including, but not limited to, the following tariff entitlements :
• 30 days of annual leave; 36 days for severely handicapped employees (additional time-off on 24 & 31 December per tariff agreement)
• vacation and Christmas pay (total of 13 monthly salaries)
• various additional social benefits (e.g., employer pension scheme through Allianz group insurance; property accrual payments)

Beyond the tariff agreement :

• usually time off on 8-9 U.S. holidays due to work hour redistribution (governed by shop agreement)
• employer-specific programs for flexible work schedules; situational mobile work; length-of-service / performance awards
• health promotion and fitness programs, including free use of employer-run fitness centers.