Project Engineer - Central Ohio

Kokosing, Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Kokosing, Inc. in Columbus, OH is seeking an experienced Project Engineer to plan, develop, coordinate, and manage onsite construction engineering activities for heavy highway and bridge projects.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering or Construction Management, 5+ years of related experience, and strong leadership and communication skills. Bridge experience is a plus, PE registration is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management is required or equivalent technical training and related experience.
• 5+ years of similar construction engineering experience is preferred.
• Bridge experience is a strong plus; PE registration is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, coordinate, and manage onsite construction engineering activities for heavy highway and bridge projects.
• Oversee project engineering personnel, assignments, and administration.
• Ensure activities comply with contract requirements and support the construction schedule (Primavera P6).
• Provide technical support in planning, design interpretation, and resolution of design conflicts.
• Develop and administer project engineering procedures and control documents (submittals, RFIs, expediting deliveries, subcontractor/pay requests).
• Represent company in meetings with A/E, client, and project management; interface with on-site departments to resolve issues and support schedule.

Skills

Civil/Construction knowledge

Team leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

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

This position works onsite with the team to plan, develop, coordinate, and manage onsite construction engineering activities for Heavy Highway and 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 design 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 is preferred.
• 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.