Construction Engineer

Andersen James Group; Houston (TX); Ibrido; USD 90.000 - 140.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Health coverage

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Descrizione del lavoro

Andersen James Group in Houston seeks a Construction Engineer III to support a growing construction services team. The role involves field observations, construction administration, documentation, contractor coordination, and technical support across civil infrastructure projects.

Opportunities to work with clients, inspectors, and public agencies are available. The ideal candidate holds a PE license, has 5+ years of progressive construction engineering experience, and is proficient with

Competenze

• PE license required.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in construction engineering or construction administration.
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, or related field.
• Experience with civil infrastructure or public works construction preferred.
• Strong understanding of construction plans, specifications, processes, and terminology.

Mansioni

• Perform field observations of construction activities, repairs, testing, and completed work.
• Coordinate construction activities with contractors, clients, inspectors, and public agencies.
• Monitor construction progress and identify potential deficiencies, conflicts, or issues.
• Serve as a liaison between the project team and contractors.
• Maintain project documentation, including RFIs, submittals, pay applications, change orders, correspondence, and field reports.
• Review contractor submittals and construction documents for completeness and accuracy.
• Read and interpret engineering plans, specifications, drawings, and related technical documents.
• Assist with resolving construction issues and developing practical, cost-effective solutions.
• Track project quantities, schedules, progress, and changes.

Conoscenze

Communication

Organization

Independent work

Travel readiness

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Engineering

Strumenti

Bluebeam

CAD/BIM

Microsoft Office

Descrizione del lavoro

A well-established engineering and infrastructure firm is seeking a Construction Engineer III to support a growing construction services team in the Houston area.

This position will support a variety of civil infrastructure and construction projects, including transportation, utilities, underground infrastructure, and municipal facilities. The role will involve a combination of field observation, construction administration, documentation, contractor coordination, and technical support.

The position will also provide opportunities to work directly with clients, contractors, inspectors, and public agencies.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform field observations of construction activities, repairs, testing, and completed work.
• Coordinate construction activities with contractors, clients, inspectors, and public agencies.
• Monitor construction progress and identify potential deficiencies, conflicts, or issues.
• Serve as a liaison between the project team and contractors.
• Maintain project documentation, including RFIs, submittals, pay applications, change orders, correspondence, and field reports.
• Review contractor submittals and construction documents for completeness and accuracy.
• Read and interpret engineering plans, specifications, drawings, and related technical documents.
• Assist with resolving construction issues and developing practical, cost-effective solutions.
• Track project quantities, schedules, progress, and changes.
• Assist with monthly pay estimates, contractor invoices, and project cost documentation.
• Prepare construction reports, technical memoranda, meeting minutes, and other project documentation.
• Organize and maintain project files in accordance with project requirements.
• Assist with bid packages, project closeout documentation, and record drawings.
• Review and annotate plans and specifications using PDF markup software.
• Assist engineering staff with reviewing construction drawings for accuracy and completeness.
• Track plan revisions, addenda, and updated construction documents.
• Attend project and progress meetings and provide status updates.
• Communicate field observations and project issues to project leadership and stakeholders.
• Assist with presentations and project reporting.
• Visit construction sites throughout the Houston area as needed.
• Follow applicable site safety requirements and PPE standards.
• Provide general civil engineering and construction support as assigned.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, or a related field from an accredited program.

Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in construction engineering or construction administration.
• Experience with civil infrastructure or public works construction preferred.
• Strong understanding of construction plans, specifications, processes, and terminology.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with Bluebeam or similar PDF markup software.
• Familiarity with CAD/BIM software.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects and large volumes of technical information.
• Ability to work independently while coordinating effectively with project teams, contractors, and clients.
• Ability to travel to construction sites throughout the greater Houston area and surrounding communities.
• Reliable transportation required.

This is a Houston-based position with a combination of office and field responsibilities. Construction site visits are expected periodically, with the majority of the work performed in an office/project environment.

The employer offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health coverage, retirement benefits, paid time off, holidays, and additional employee benefits.