Project Engineer

Quest Consulting Services, LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable general contractor based in New York seeks a Project Engineer specializing in steel bridge construction. The role entails managing all technical aspects of project delivery, including reviewing designs, overseeing onsite erection, and ensuring compliance with specifications. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering and experience in bridge construction focusing on steel structures. Proficiency in CAD software and a Professional Engineer license are preferred. The position offers an opportunity to work on significant public infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Previous experience in bridge construction with focus on steel structures.
• Experience with CAD software, structural analysis programs, and Project Management tools.

Responsibilities

• Manage Steel Fabricator, review shop drawings and schedules.
• Oversee installation and assembly of steel components.
• Perform or check structural calculations for bridge components.
• Inspect field operations to ensure adherence to plans.
• Prepare technical reports and project schedules.
• Act as liaison between contractors, design engineers, and clients.

Skills

Structural Steel Management

Site Engineering & Supervision

Design & Analysis

Quality Control

Coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Structural analysis programs

Project Management tools

Job description

Our Client is a well established $500M per year privately held Heavy Civil General Contractor working for all public agencies building highways, bridges, waste water treatment facilities, and transit up to $600M in size.

A Project Engineer in bridge construction, specifically for steel bridges, manages the technical aspects of project delivery, from reviewing structural designs and steel fabrication drawings to overseeing onsite erection. They ensure compliance with technical specifications, manage material procurement, coordinate with subcontractors, and monitor project schedules and budgets.

Key Responsibilities

• Structural Steel Management: Manage Steel Fabricator, review process shop drawing, schedule, RFI’s, etc.
• Site Engineering & Supervision: Oversee the installation, erection, and assembly of steel components, ensuring precision alignment and connection.
• Design & Analysis: Perform or check structural calculations for bridge components, ensuring compliance with codes (e.g., AASHTO).
• Quality Control: Inspect field operations, such as welding, bolting, and corrosion protection (painting/coating) to ensure adherence to plans.
• Documentation: Prepare technical reports, project schedules, material quantity calculations, and cost estimates.
• Coordination: Act as the liaison between contractors, design engineers, and clients.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural/civil Engineering.
• Experience: Previous experience in bridge construction, with a focus on steel structures.
• Software Proficiency: Experience with CAD software, structural analysis programs, and Project Management tools.
• Certification: Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred, or EIT (Engineer in Training) status with a path to PE.

Key Areas of Focus

• Steel girder placement and splicing.
• Crane lifting plans and safety procedures.
• Temporary works design for construction support.