Senior CEI Project Engineer - Lead Transportation (FL)

United Way of Greenville County; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinard-Stone, Inc. seeks a CEI Senior Project Engineer to lead Construction Engineering and Inspection services for transportation projects in Florida.

This senior leadership role provides direct access to company decision-makers and a meaningful role in staffing projects, serving clients, pursuing new work, and growing the CEI practice. The SPE will oversee CEI activities, manage staff, and coordinate with owners, contractors, and regulatory agencies to ensure quality, schedule, and cost

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited college or university.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in the State of Florida, or ability to obtain Florida licensure by endorsement within the timeframe permitted by the applicable contract.
• Minimum of six (6) years of engineering experience, including at least two (2) years involving transportation projects, or experience meeting the requirements of the applicable FDOT contract.
• Experience with highway, roadway, bridge, or other transportation construction projects.
• Knowledge of FDOT construction specifications, standards, procedures, and contract administration requirements.
• Ability to interpret construction plans, specifications, and contract documents and apply sound engineering judgment to field conditions.
• Ability to lead and coordinate CEI personnel.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Serve in responsible charge of CEI services for assigned transportation construction projects.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients and represent their interests throughout construction.
• Lead Project Administrators, Contract Support Specialists, inspectors, engineers, and other CEI personnel.
• Provide technical direction and exercise independent engineering judgment in resolving construction issues.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of contract plans, specifications, special provisions, shop drawings, material requirements, permits, and other contract documents.
• Monitor construction for compliance with contract requirements and applicable FDOT standards, specifications, policies, and procedures.
• Monitor contract time, construction progress, CEI budgets, and staffing needs.
• Review contractor schedules, including baseline and monthly CPM schedule updates, as required.
• Provide engineering oversight of change orders, work orders, supplemental agreements, claims, requests for additional time or compensation, monthly payments, and final payments.
• Lead and participate in progress meetings and coordination with clients, contractors, Engineers of Record, utility agencies, permitting agencies, and other project stakeholders.
• Oversee inspection, documentation, materials testing and acceptance, and other quality-related activities.
• Identify project risks early and work with the project team and client to develop practical solutions.
• Mentor CEI personnel and help employees develop the technical and leadership skills needed to advance within KSI.
• Coordinate with KSI leadership to plan staffing assignments and transitions based on project schedules, employee capabilities, and upcoming workload.
• Help shape KSI's CEI practice
• Help identify and pursue upcoming FDOT, county, and municipal CEI opportunities.
• Provide input on which projects KSI pursues and how we position our teams.
• Help select teaming partners and develop project staffing strategies.
• Participate in proposal development, technical writing, and interviews.
• Help identify, recruit, and retain strong CEI personnel.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, teaming partners, and industry contacts.
• Help determine where KSI should expand its CEI capabilities and project experience.
• Share lessons learned and improve project delivery practices across the company.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Engineering judgment

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Kinard-Stone, Inc. seeks a CEI Senior Project Engineer to lead Construction Engineering and Inspection services for transportation projects in Florida.

This senior leadership role provides direct access to company decision-makers and a meaningful role in staffing projects, serving clients, pursuing new work, and growing the CEI practice. The SPE will oversee CEI activities, manage staff, and coordinate with owners, contractors, and regulatory agencies to ensure quality, schedule, and cost