Senior Construction Engineer - Dayton

Fishbeck; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Construction Engineer to oversee municipal projects in Dayton, Ohio. This dynamic role involves leading construction engineering services, ensuring compliance with contract specifications, and providing technical leadership to a dedicated team. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in municipal construction, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to high-quality work. Join a company that values innovation and teamwork, offering a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth. If you're ready to make a significant impact in the construction industry, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Wellness reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) and profit-sharing

Flexible schedules

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Vacation and sick time

Qualifications

• 10+ years of municipal construction experience required.
• PE License preferred for candidates.

Responsibilities

• Lead construction engineering and inspection services for municipal projects.
• Verify contractor compliance with contract documents.

Skills

Project Management

Construction Oversight

Communication Skills

Leadership

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management

Tools

Construction Management Software

Job description

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Fishbeck is pursuing a full-time Senior Civil Engineer to work in our Dayton, Ohio office. The primary duty of this engineering position is to be responsible for administration and construction oversight on behalf of our municipal clients for projects of varying size and scope. This position requires self-motivation, commitment to high-quality work performance, excellent planning and communication skills, demonstrated ability to work with municipalities, government agencies, and the public, and the ability to provide leadership to staff in a project team environment. Applicant must be willing to travel and work in an outdoor environment.

Primary Functions:

• Lead the development of Construction Engineering and Inspection services for the Ohio DOT, Counties, and local agencies including obtaining pre-qualifications, identifying opportunities, developing responses to Request for Proposals and staff recruitment.
• Administration and coordination of multiple municipal and Ohio DOT construction projects.
• Verify the Contractor’s completed work is in compliance with the contract documents for each project.
• Schedule and facilitate all necessary project meetings, which may include preconstruction meetings, progress meetings and public meetings, and distribute agendas and meeting minutes for each.
• Supervise engineers and technicians performing inspection, administration, and documentation for infrastructure projects from pre-bid meeting to contract close-out.
• Oversee the generation of all project pay estimates, contract modifications, work orders and other generated documents.
• Review work produced by project oversight team in both the office and the field and verify the acceptability of the generated documents.
• Receive and review all certificates of inspections, tests, permits, warranties, and approvals required by the Contract Documents.
• Ensure the field designed Work is coordinated with the design expressed in the Drawings and Specifications and the Contract Documents
• Prepare Work Directives, Field Orders, Change Orders, and Bulletins as necessary to ensure the proper performance of the Work and the completion of the Work within the Contract Time.
• Coordinate, witness, and document equipment start-up, facility commissioning, and testing for individual equipment components and systems and for the entire Work as required per the Contract Documents.
• Provide technical leadership for complex or unique assignments.
• Provide guidance and training to inspection staff.
• Read and interpret complex contract documents and utilize the information to determine the most appropriate solutions to unforeseen project issues as they arise.
• Monitor activities of assigned staff for conformance with contractual requirements.
• Communicate effectively with staff, local agencies, and the general public.
• Effectively communicate project status and issues to client and formulate viable solutions.
• Review and draft responses to Contractors correspondence and claims as required.
• Monitor the project budget and communicate any issues to the client as soon as they are known so that corrective action can begin.
• Assist with business development and growth efforts.
• Manage internal project services contract budgets.
  
  
  

Minimum Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and sit as needed on project sites. Ability to drive a motor vehicle to reach work sites; ability to maneuver project sites with uneven terrain. Ability to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation.
  
  
  

Desired Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.

Desired Skills/ Experience:

• PE License is preferred.
• Potential candidates must have 10 or more years of municipal construction experience. Experience working with the cities of Columbus, Gahanna and other surrounding communities.
• Prior experience as a Project Engineer or Assistant Project Engineer performing oversight and administration for underground utility, road and/or bridge construction projects.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage projects ranging from local streets to complex urban freeways and structures.
• The ability to develop innovative solutions and sustain partnerships.
• The ability to resolve conflicts in a professional manner.
• Strong teamwork and leadership capabilities.
• A valid Ohio driver’s license with a good driving record.
• Ability to drive a motor vehicle to reach work sites; ability to maneuver project sites with uneven terrain. Ability to read printed materials and view a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation.
  
  
  

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Ideal candidates for this role should reside in the Columbus Ohio market.

What We Offer

Our staff members enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Wellness reimbursement and activities.
• Reimbursement and support for tuition, continuing education, and professional/personal development.
• Vacation, sick, and volunteer time, PTO, parental leave, and paid holidays.
• Opportunities for hybrid and flexible schedules.
• 401(k), profit-sharing, and stock options (we are 100% employee-owned!).
• And more!
  
  
  

About Fishbeck

Fishbeck is one of the premier professional consulting firms in the nation, with 15 regional offices and more than 600 employees. Engineering, environmental sciences, architecture, and construction management are the cornerstones of Fishbeck’s services and integrated project approach. We are a hands-on and design-orientated practice with the technical capabilities and understanding to take the largest projects from internal concept to completion. Our team of experts takes pride in our commitment to reliability in design, connection to our clients, and creativity at our core.

We are an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

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