Experienced Engineer

Massman Construction Co.; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Disability and Life insurance

Health Savings Account contribution

Profit sharing

401(k) retirement with match

Wellbeing program

Generous time off

Job summary

Massman Construction Co. in the United States is seeking a Mid-Career Engineer to oversee all routine on-site project administration, scheduling, and engineering for complex dam and water infrastructure projects. The role includes developing work plans, resolving design issues, coordinating subcontractors, and ensuring compliance with USACE requirements, with emphasis on safety and cost control. Regional travel is required, and mentoring junior staff is encouraged.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering-related field (Civil, Mechanical, Construction Engineering) or Construction Management.
• Experience: 5+ years as a Field/Office Engineer.
• USACE dam or water infra project experience strongly preferred.
• CQM for Contractors preferred or ability to obtain.
• Valid driver's license for travel.

Responsibilities

• Be an Incident and Injury Free Leader.
• Provide technical support for construction planning, quality control, design interpretation, constructability reviews, and issue resolution.
• Manage on-site construction engineering activities and subcontractor coordination.
• Prepare monthly pay estimates, schedule updates, and cost reports.
• Ensure compliance with USACE contract requirements, design standards, and QC/QA processes.
• Travel to out-of-town jobsites and participate in project meetings.

Skills

Project scheduling

Safety leadership

Construction planning

Contract administration

Cost reporting

AutoCAD

Primavera P6

Estimating

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil/Mechanical/Construction Eng or Construction Management

Tools

Primavera P6

AutoCAD

HCSS HeavyBid/HeavyJob

Job description

Company Overview:

Since 1908, our heavy civil and marine contracting company has been developing and improving transportation and commerce along U.S. waterways and infrastructure. For five generations, Massman has been an integral part of our nation's vibrancy and strength through private and public infrastructure investment, as well as an industry leader in markets nationwide.

With over 1,700 completed projects, Massman teams have constructed many of our nation's most impressive bridges; complex lock, dam, and flood control structures; and efficient ship barge loading facilities. Our mission is simply to be the best. To achieve it, we foster innovative solutions, leverage advanced technology, provide leadership in each phase of development, and communicate with every stakeholder - all the while honoring schedules and meeting budgets.

Position Overview:

The Mid-Career Engineer is responsible for all routine on-site project administration, scheduling, and engineering for complex dam and other water infrastructure projects.

He or she will be responsible for developing and managing detailed work plans; resolving technical and constructability issues; planning, coordinating, and overseeing on-site construction engineering activities; scheduling and managing subcontractors; and ensuring full compliance with U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) contract requirements, design standards, and quality standards. Responsibilities also include preparation of monthly pay estimates, schedule updates, change order documentation, and cost reports.

He or she also reinforces Massman's Incident & Injury Free Initiative along with our corporate mission and vision statement in the daily performance of their work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Be an Incident and Injury Free Leader
• Participate in the project safety process, conduct safety inspections, and contribute to weekly toolbox meetings and safety training
• Provide technical support for construction planning, quality control, design interpretation, constructability reviews, application of methods, and resolution/documentation of design conflicts to ensure successful completion of dam and marine infrastructure projects
• Provide project-level responsibility for contract administration and compliance, as well as project engineering (lift plans and work plans)
• Manage scheduling and monthly progress narratives, as well as owner and subcontractor pay estimates
• Recognize and provide timely notification of potential contractual risks or issues; independently develop mitigation plans
• Generate applicable RFIs (Request for Information) on contractual or design-related issues
• Supervise cost report management and lead regular review meetings
• Maintain full understanding of contract requirements, specifications, and drawings, including USACE technical provisions, QC/QA processes, and design requirements
• Ensure clients/owners are notified in a timely manner regarding extra work, design changes, delays, etc.
• Maintain project-level oversight for all construction activities to ensure conformance to design specifications, safety standards, and production goals
• Conduct recurring team meetings to stay aligned with expectations and goals of the project
• Manage the subcontract and procurement process including directing or performing solicitation, review, and document preparation
• Take the lead in working with designers and/or engineers on value engineering, material substitutions, and engineering-related constructability issues
• Supervise, direct, and mentor junior engineering staff and/or interns to foster individual development and high-quality project standards
• Represent company and project team during client and project management meetings to ensure effective communication
• Travel as required to attend company meetings, site visits, off-site training, etc.
• Commute to out-of-town jobsites periodically
• Assume additional responsibilities as directed

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering-related (Civil, Mechanical, Construction Engineering) or Construction Management field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Field/Office Engineer
• Prior experience with USACE dam or water infrastructure projects strongly preferred
• Completion of USACE Construction Quality Management (CQM) for Contractors strongly preferred or ability to obtain within a reasonable timeframe upon hire
• Previous experience in or exposure to the heavy civil and/or marine construction industry; experience with Corps of Engineers work is a plus
• Valid driver's license for occasional required travel
• Able to work with a variety of staff and coordinate effectively with junior and senior managers or craft personnel
• Demonstrated proficiency in developing, analyzing, and maintaining complex project schedules
• Demonstrated ability to implement, utilize, and manage the cost management process including quantities, cost reports, forecasting, labor reports, documentation, and recordkeeping
• Ability to efficiently perform contract administration functions including correspondence, document control, daily reports, and change order/claims preparation
• Effective communication skills, both oral and written, including ability to compose and edit professional letters to external organizations including customer, vendor, government agencies, and subcontractors
• Strong computer proficiency and Microsoft Office experience; ability to adapt to new technologies and processes
• Advanced knowledge of Primavera P6 & AutoCAD
• Estimating skills; knowledge of HCSS HeavyBid and HeavyJob a plus

Travel Requirements:

• Regional travel required

Company Perks:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident, and Illness insurance
• Company paid disability and life insurance
• Health Savings Account contribution and medical premium discounts
• Generous profit-sharing program
• 401(k) retirement savings program with a company match
• Workplace total wellbeing program
• Competitive time off package including vacation, sick, and holiday pay
• Career advancement opportunities with a reputable and established organization

Applications submitted without a resume will not be considered.

Massman Construction Co. is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmsative Action Employer.

It is the employment policy and practice of Massman Construction Co. to recruit and to hire qualified employees without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other classes protected by applicable law, and to not discriminate with respect to compensation and opportunities for advancement, including upgrading, promotion, and transfers.

E-Verify Statement

Massman Construction Co. participates in E-Verify.