Rail Construction Engineer - Lead & Deliver Rail Projects

Colliers Engineering & Design

Buffalo (NY)

On-site

USD 74,000 - 88,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Company paid medical, dental, and视觉 (d

Pregnancy disability leave

Short- and long-term disability

Life insurance

401(k)/Roth with company match

Paid time off including parental and军事

Employee referral and professional lic

40-hour billable Flex policy

Job summary

Colliers Engineering & Design in Buffalo, NY, is seeking a Rail Construction Engineer to join our Rail & Transit team. You will read plans, inspect construction, coordinate with owners, contractors, and designers, and ensure adherence to project specifications and safety standards on multiple sites.

The role offers competitive compensation and benefits, requires a civil engineering degree and railroad exposure, and involves regional travel.

Qualifications

Associate's or bachelor's degree in civil engineering or engineering technology preferred.
Internship and/or work experience in construction management and/or inspection of civil infrastructure construction is a plus.
Prior experience in the railroad industry is preferred.
Valid driver's license required.
Ability to read, write, and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.

Responsibilities

Read and understand plans and specifications to determine information for construction coordination and inspection tasks.
Review construction work plans for conformance with client standards and prepare letters summarizing comments on those work plans.
Facilitate communications between owners/project sponsors, contractors, designers, and other involved parties.
Provide timely responses to internal and external client communications.
Participate in and/or lead construction progress/coordination meetings with support from supervisor and/or Project Manager.
Monitor and inspect construction projects, including quality assurance and safety compliance.
Ensure contractors follow the project plans and specifications in accordance with applicable construction procedures, methods, and codes.
Collect and record field measurements as needed.
Observe and/or document workers and equipment on projects.
Track progress of multiple construction projects.
Document the construction progress with site reports, photos, etc.
Create punch lists.
Monitor construction schedule (Critical Path Method) to ensure project is on schedule.
May be required to perform basic survey duties.
May be required to inspect/observe/coordinate a portfolio of several ongoing projects at various locations within a region.
Travel routinely within the region and may occasionally travel overnight.
Assist project manager(s) with various budget forecasting and cost control tasks.
Establish & maintain positive relationships with team members, support and build others on the team and across disciplines/offices.
Obtain and maintain required certifications for each project as needed as well as complete client specific safety courses.