Senior Construction Engineer - Marine & Temporary Works Lead

COWI

Oakland (CA)

Hybrid

USD 121,600 - 193,800

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangement
Top‑up parental leave
Annual fitness subsidy
401K contribution matching
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Paid sick leave

Job summary

COWI is seeking a Leading Construction Engineer to join our Oakland team. This role focuses on delivering complex marine and port infrastructure projects, from analysis to construction support. You will lead the design of temporary works, ensuring compliance and constructability while mentoring junior staff.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and at least 12 years of construction engineering experience. The compensation ranges from $121,600 to $193,800 based on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 12 years in construction engineering, focusing on temporary works.
  • Ability to obtain a PE license in California.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead technical work and collaborate with teams.
  • Background in business development and team leadership.

Responsibilities

  • Lead design of complex temporary works and construction engineering solutions.
  • Perform and review structural analyses and ensure stability during temporary conditions.
  • Serve as a technical authority maintaining design quality in complex environments.
  • Provide technical leadership and project support contributing to client relationships.

Skills

Structural analysis
Load path behavior
Engineering design tools (AutoCAD, Bluebeam)
Effective communication
Project leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD
Bluebeam
MathCAD
RISA-3D

Job description

COWI is seeking a Leading Construction Engineer to join our Oakland team. This role focuses on delivering complex marine and port infrastructure projects, from analysis to construction support. You will lead the design of temporary works, ensuring compliance and constructability while mentoring junior staff.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and at least 12 years of construction engineering experience. The compensation ranges from $121,600 to $193,800 based on qualifications and experience.

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