Senior Construction Engineer

Peralte-Clark LLC; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a Senior Construction Engineer to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will coordinate and perform observations on a variety of construction projects, ensuring compliance with plans and safety standards. You will have the opportunity to leverage your extensive experience and problem-solving skills while making a significant impact on the future of the firm. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are driven by client satisfaction, this is the perfect opportunity for you to grow and contribute to exciting projects.

Qualifications

• 8-12+ years of related experience in construction engineering.
• Requires a PE License and strong problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and observe public works and construction projects.
• Review plans and specifications, ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Monitor project deficiencies and recommend necessary adjustments.

Skills

Construction Management

Problem Solving

Project Coordination

Safety Standards Compliance

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Job description

Peralte-Clark is looking to hire a Senior Construction Engineer. If you are team-oriented and have an entrepreneurial spirit you will enjoy working with us. If you appreciate a goal-oriented management style and would like to leverage and expand your diverse set of skills, join us and grow with us. Most of all, if you want to make an impact to help shape the future of our firm, we welcome you.

The Senior Construction Engineer coordinates and performs observation of public works, street, highway, bridge, building components, infrastructure and track right of way on construction projects according to the specific areas of expertise of the inspector; performs related duties as required. Conducts on-site observations of construction installations, including but not limited to materials, grade elevations, underground facilities, construction safety precautions, minor concrete structures, street light installations, traffic signal installations, traffic control devices, and erosion and siltation control installations to determine compliance with contract plans and specifications, and with city and other governmental regulations. Reviews construction plans, specifications, encroachment permits, and other plans affecting assigned projects. Participates in meetings to discuss construction details and resolves issues with contractors and other project stakeholders. May make field measurements. May ensure conformance with applicable safety standards and regulations. Assists in coordinating materials testing. Identifies on-site project problems. Observes reports and alerts appropriate members of project team on non-conformance issues. Monitors the correction of project deficiencies. Identifies and recommends approval of necessary contract and/or plan adjustments to accommodate field conditions. Maintains daily diary and field records of material and quantities used. Calculates and recommends formal approval of appropriate progress payments to contractors for work completed. Investigates citizen complaints related to encroachment and/or grading violations.

Requirements:

• KNOWLEDGE: Having wide-ranging experience, uses standard construction concepts and company objectives to resolve complex issues in effective ways.
• JOB COMPLEXITY: Works on complex issues and important projects. Exercises judgment in selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results. Internal and external contacts often pertain to significant company plans and objectives. May provide consultation and advice to management regarding matters of importance to the functional area.
• SUPERVISION: Works without specific instructions, exercising judgment to independently determine appropriate methods and procedures for completing new assignments. May provide guidance and indirect supervision to other personnel.
• EXPERIENCE: Typically requires a minimum of 8 to 12+ years of related experience. Bachelor's Degree in Engineering is required. PE License is expected.

Peralte-Clark is a forward-looking, rapidly growing firm that is on the leading edge of the industry. We are seeking bright and experienced engineers with an entrepreneurial spirit with a singular focus on client satisfaction to help achieve our vision for the firm.