Lead Project Engineer - Heavy Highway

Kokosing, Inc.; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lead Engineer for Heavy Highway and Bridge projects in Morgantown. This role involves managing onsite construction engineering activities, ensuring compliance with contract requirements, and providing technical support throughout the project lifecycle. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management, along with significant experience in construction engineering, particularly in bridge projects. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a company with a strong commitment to quality and workforce development, offering competitive compensation and benefits.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

401K Plan

Qualifications

• 5+ years of construction engineering experience required.
• Bridge experience is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage project engineering and related personnel functions.
• Ensure compliance with company and contract requirements.
• Provide technical support for construction efforts.

Skills

Construction Engineering Technology

Project Management

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Team Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Construction Management

Tools

Primavera P6

Job description

Kokosing (www.kokosing.biz) is one of America's 60 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 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 $1.5 billion in annual sales and a commitment to its workforce, Kokosing is the winning team.

Job Description:

We are seeking aLead 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.