Project Engineer / Pavement Engineer

Accura Engineering & Consulting, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a seasoned construction manager to oversee significant civil projects, particularly airfield runway improvements. This role involves ensuring compliance with contracts, managing quality assurance, and maintaining communication with contractors. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in construction management and a strong educational background in engineering. Join a supportive and collaborative environment that values professional development and offers competitive benefits, including health insurance and retirement plans. If you thrive in dynamic outdoor settings and enjoy leading complex projects, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• 7+ years of engineering and construction management experience required.
• Experience with large civil works projects and construction administration.

Responsibilities

• Oversee construction management of civil projects for airfield improvements.
• Review contractor’s Quality Assurance Plan and daily reports.

Skills

Construction Management

Quality Assurance

Project Scheduling

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor of Science

Tools

Resident Management System (RMS 3.0)

Job description

Location: Seattle, WA

Job Id: 42876

# of Openings: 1

***Work Location: Anchorage, AK***

Salary: Based on experience and will be discussed with manager in interview

REQUIREMENT: Must be a US Citizen and must pass a federal background review and drug screen

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Oversee construction management of on-going civil construction project for airfield runway improvements / pavement resurfacing
• Review contractor’s Quality Assurance Plan
• Oversee and perform three-phase inspections and surveillance of construction work to ensure the work is in accordance with the contract and specifications
• Review of design, comment logging and back-checking for Design-Build projects
• Review and comment on the accuracy of the construction contractor’s requests for payment
• Review and acknowledge daily reports including verification of the project schedule by indicating the activities worked on that day and the activities behind schedule
• Maintain orderly working files for correspondence, minutes of meetings and conferences, payments, updated progress schedules, monthly progress reports, punch lists, field changes
• Review and process Requests for Information (RFI), and contract documents including amendments, notices to proceed, change orders, modifications, and other locally generated documents developed during the course of construction
• Support construction contract modifications

Education and Experience:

• 7+ years of engineering and construction management experience
• Experience with construction administration and capability of handling large civil works projects
• Bachelor of Science, required
• Knowledge/experience in airfield runway improvements and/or pavement resurfacing
• US Army Corp of Engineering or other federal project experience, preferred
• Experience with Resident Management System (RMS 3.0), preferred
• Experience reading construction plans and specifications
• Good written communication and organizational skills

Physical Requirements:

• Physically mobile in and around construction sites and field assignments
• Should enjoy working outdoors in a variety of weather conditions

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement savings plan with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities
• A supportive and collaborative work environment

Equal Opportunity Employer (U.S.) all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accura uses E-Verify in its hiring practices to achieve a lawful workplace. www.dhs.gov/everify