Hybrid Civil Construction Engineer: Project Delivery Lead

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority; Fairfax (VA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

WMATA seeks a Construction Engineer, Civil in a hybrid role within the Joint Development Adjacent Construction Division. The position is based in the New Carrollton area and involves ensuring contracts align with plans, managing inspections, and coordinating with multiple departments to limit impact on revenue operations.

The role requires a strong engineering background, 7+ years directing large civil projects, and knowledge of project scheduling, design changes, and contract negotiations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
• 7+ years directing large civil and structural engineering programs.
• WMATA Roadway Worker Protection Certification Level 2 within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Oversee on-site inspections to ensure contract conformance and perform final inspections.
• Represent the project manager and coordinate with departments to minimize revenue impact.
• Review plans, advise on design changes, and approve contractor payment requests.
• Provide engineering, constructability, cost, and scheduling expertise for project requirements; ensure safety and security.

Skills

Civil engineering knowledge

Construction management

CPM scheduling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Project scheduling software

Job description

WMATA seeks a Construction Engineer, Civil in a hybrid role within the Joint Development Adjacent Construction Division. The position is based in the New Carrollton area and involves ensuring contracts align with plans, managing inspections, and coordinating with multiple departments to limit impact on revenue operations.

The role requires a strong engineering background, 7+ years directing large civil projects, and knowledge of project scheduling, design changes, and contract negotiations.