Construction Engineer

International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO); Virginia, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Wagman is seeking a Construction Engineer to join its Geotechnical Group in Berryville, VA. The role supports design-build projects, assists project managers, and conducts geotechnical evaluations including deep foundations and retaining walls.

The ideal candidate has a Civil/Structural background, strong communication, and proficiency with Excel and AutoCAD. This is a safety-sensitive position with field work on heavy civil sites and compliance with company and federal contractor policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering; geotechnical/Heavy Civil experience preferred.
• Familiar with foundations, bridge construction, temporary shoring, retaining walls, and highway construction.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong prioritization and organizational skills; detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Support engineering team conducting Geotechnical, Civil & Structural engineering evaluation that includes design foundations and retaining wall systems (temporary and permanent)
• Engineering and drawing preparation
• Assist project manager on related project requirements (QA/QC, maintaining productivity records, evaluating and/or tracking project cost and performance of the engineering system)
• Helps to coordinate with suppliers, subcontractors, and superintendents to ensure that the project is built per plan
• Order materials / tools required for the job, track quantities, run production reports and review with field crews
• Review and approve shop drawings, draft RFIs and assist with submittals
• Provides technical information to company supervisor and contractors to ensure work complies with all engineering standards, codes, specifications, and design instructions
• Reviews, analyzes, and resolves field construction problems, discrepancies, or interferences with contractors
• Provides interpretation of plans, detail sheets, and specifications for contractors or craft supervision

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Prioritization

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

Excel

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position: Construction Engineer

Travel: Travel required (regional); primary office location Berryville, VA

Range: $80K – 100K

Job summary:

Seeking a team player to join our Geotechnical Group as a Construction Engineer. Must be motivated to learn and develop in a deep foundation, design build specialty group. Experience in structural and/or geotechnical engineering to aid in project management for completion. Will provide assistance to Project Managers on design/build projects as well as support engineering team conducting geotechnical engineering evaluations that include deep foundations, retaining wall systems etc. Looking to bring on someone motivated to learn and develop in a specialized design build construction firm. Proficient with computer programs (Excel, AutoCAD, Microsoft). Capable of working independently.

Wagman is a multi-faceted construction firm with major operations in heavy civil, general construction and geotechnical construction services. Wagman is a fourth generation, family-owned company with offices in Pennsylvania and Virginia and is headquartered in York, PA. Founded in 1902, Wagman is a nationally recognized leader in the industry. Core competencies include design-build, infrastructure, marine construction, modified concrete, grooving and grinding, and geotechnical construction services.

This is a safety sensitive position requiring work on construction sites with various safety hazards inherent in heavy construction.

This position is subject to drug testing and compliance policies associated with our status as a Federal Contractor.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering preferred, with experience in Geotechnical and Heavy Civil a plus; Construction Management considered
• Familiar with foundations, bridge construction, temporary shoring, retaining walls, and all other highway construction scopes.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong prioritization and organizational skills; detail-oriented

Essential Functions:

• Support engineering team conducting Geotechnical, Civil & Structural engineering evaluation that includes design foundations and retaining wall systems (temporary and permanent)
• Engineering and Drawing preparation
• Willing to assist project manager on related project requirement (QA/QC, maintaining productivity records, evaluating and/or tracking project cost and performance of the engineering system).
• Helps to coordinate with suppliers, subcontractors, and superintendents to ensure that the project is built per plan.
• Order materials / tools required for the job, track quantities, run production reports and review with field crews.
• Review and approve shop drawings, draft RFIs and assist with submittals.
• Provides technical information to company supervisor and contractors to ensure work complies with all engineering standards, codes, specifications, and design instructions.
• Reviews, analyzes, and resolves field construction problems, discrepancies, or interferences with contractors.
• Provides interpretation of plans, detail sheets, and specifications for contractors or craft supervision

Physical Requirements of the Essential Functions:

• Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds from ground level to waist level.
• Must be able to bend, squat, and kneel occasionally throughout a scheduled work day.
• Must be able to climb ladders.
• Continuous standing and walking required throughout a scheduled work day.
• Must be able to perform simple grasping and fine manipulation tasks with both hands.
• Must be able to work outdoors in wet, muddy, cold, hot and humid weather.
• Acceptable corrected vision (in both eyes) and acceptable corrected hearing required.

Job Benefits:

Wagman wants to keep employees and their families happy and healthy and offers a comprehensive benefits package to all full-time employees that includes:

• Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Healthcare and Dependent Care
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Wellness Programs that include Orthopedic Care
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Matching Contribution
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Adoption Assistance
• 8 paid holidays
• Paid Time Off

Our Values

Wagman’s Core Values of integrity, mutual respect, safety, innovation, sense of urgency, and community are an integral part of every decision and every plan made at Wagman and these values have laid the foundation for our success and longevity for our past, present and future.

Consistently being recognized with national and regional awards for projects, safety and community is a testament of our commitment to these values. Beyond the buildings and bridges which connect and improve our communities, Wagman has community engagement programs and initiatives which help to build better, for our people.

Wagman Culture

Wagman is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We recognize and value our diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.