Lead Project Engineer

Kokosing, Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical insurance

401K plan

Paid time off

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Lead Engineer for Heavy Highway and bridge projects in Western PA or Morgantown. The role involves managing onsite engineering activities, ensuring compliance with construction schedules, and providing technical support throughout the project lifecycle. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management and 5+ years of relevant experience, preferably in bridge projects. The firm offers competitive compensation and benefits, including medical and a 401K plan.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of similar construction engineering experience.
• Bridge experience is a strong plus.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Manage project engineering and related personnel functions.
• Ensure project engineering activities comply with company and contract requirements.
• Provide technical support for construction planning and design.
• Develop and administer project engineering procedures.
• Represent the company during project management meetings.
• Interface with all on-site departments to resolve problems.
• Oversee all pre-construction services and business development.

Skills

Advanced knowledge of construction engineering technology

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to manage a team

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Primavera P6

Job description

Kokosing (www.kokosing.biz) is one of America's 40 largest General Contractors and services a broad spectrum of clients in both the private and public business sectors. Kokosing's services include heavy civil/industrial construction such as highways, bridges, underground utilities, water/wastewater facilities, and marine construction. For over 70 years, Kokosing has successfully attracted the most qualified technical personnel in the construction industry by offering visible challenges, superior quality, and attractive rewards. With over $2.8 billion in annual sales and a commitment to its workforce, Kokosing is the winning team.

Job Description

We are seeking a Lead Engineer (Heavy Highway - Roadway/Bridge projects) in the Western PA or Morgantown area.

Summary

• Working onsite with the Team to plan, develop, coordinate, and manage onsite construction engineering activities for Heavy Highway/bridge projects.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage project engineering and related personnel functions and activities. Includes personnel planning and administration, work assignments, disciplinary actions, etc.
• Ensure project engineering activities comply with company and contract requirements and support overall construction schedule (Primavera P6).
• Provide technical support for construction effort including participation in construction planning and design; interpretation of design; application of construction methods; resolution and documentation of deign conflicts; contractibility reviews, etc.
• Develop, implement and administer project engineering procedures and other work controlling documents (submittals, RFI's, expediting material deliveries, payment of Subcontractors/Vendors and Owner pay requests).
• Represent company, project and/or department during A/E, client and project management meetings.
• Interface all on-site departments as required to resolve problems, ensure quality of construction, etc. in support of overall project schedule.
• Oversee all pre-construction services, design build services, and business development for the project.
• Perform additional assignments per supervisor's direction.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management preferred or equivalent technical training and related experience.
• (5)+ years of similar construction engineering experience.
• Bridge experience is a strong plus.

Skills and Abilities

• Advanced knowledge of construction engineering technology, codes, standards, etc., plus an in-depth understanding of the interdependence and relationship between other functional units required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, plus demonstrated ability to manage a team of varied disciplines.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer is preferred but not required.

Benefits

Kokosing offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, life, and disability insurance, paid time off and a 401K plan.

Kokosing is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action federal and state contractor. The company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.