Senior Project Engineer (Civil)

MWH; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 108,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Flexible Time Off Program

Paid Sick and Safe Leave

401(k) Plan with company matching

Job summary

MWH is looking for a Senior Project Engineer located in the Tampa area to manage preconstruction and construction efforts on important water and wastewater projects. The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of experience in heavy civil or industrial projects, alongside a degree in Construction Management or Engineering.

This position offers a competitive salary of $108,000 - $140,000 based on experience and includes a variety of benefits such as health insurance, 401(k) matching, flexible time off, and paid parental leave.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Construction Management or engineering discipline required.
• At least 8 years of construction management experience is necessary.
• Familiarity with construction equipment, techniques, and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Assist with procurement, management, and document preparation.
• Perform quality inspections to ensure compliance with codes.
• Collaborate on project controls and reporting.

Skills

Construction Management

Civil Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Project Management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant engineering field

Tools

Primavera Contract Manager

Expedition

SharePoint

Job description

MWH is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to support both preconstruction and construction efforts on critical water, wastewater, and advanced water treatment plant projects for municipal and industrial clients, based out of the Tampa area.

Essential Functions

• Assist with subcontractor procurement and management, package development, construction layout, material and equipment procurement, submittal review, manpower scheduling, quantity takeoffs, labor productivity reporting, document controls, material purchases, deliveries and inventory, and project controls.
• Perform ongoing quality inspections; verify all completed work complies with applicable permits, codes, drawings, and specifications.
• Prepare and disseminate all required documentation records such as materials and equipment submittals, status reports, sketches of work already completed, material requirement calculations, to supervisor.
• Prepare drawings and sketches to support construction work, temporary works, work method statements, change orders, and estimates.
• Prepare/facilitate and submit work method statements, ensure requisite approvals and permits are obtained prior to work commencement.
• Research resolutions to drawing interpretation problems, conflicts, interferences, and errors. Initiate RFIs and follow through to resolution.
• Layout and provide necessary building control lines and elevations for accurate measurement and correct installation of materials.
• Establish and implement office procedures as they relate to the administration of construction contracts.
• Implement project controls for distribution and record keeping of correspondence, technical records, and other project documents.
• Review all incoming correspondence and initiate action on it, record minutes of the weekly and monthly project site meeting, review and process the Contractor’s pay applications, review of the project schedule, process RFIs and produce weekly and monthly construction progress reports.
• Ensure project management systems are maintained up-to-date and accurate.
• Assist with review and analyze Contractor claims, prepare change orders, and manage claims and change order records.
• Assist estimating staff with quantity takeoffs and solicitation of subcontractors and material vendors.
• Work in a manner to ensure your personal safety and that of fellow employees but following the company health and safety guidelines and policies.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or related field; equivalent combination of experience, skills and training may be substituted.
• 8+ years of construction, design, and management experience/knowledge.
• Experience on heavy civil or industrial construction projects.
• Working knowledge of construction equipment techniques, drawings, and specifications, building materials, and required standards applicable to discipline.
• Ability to assume responsibility and work within a larger team environment.
• Ability to interface and communicate effectively with others.
• Familiarity with Project Management data base systems such as Primavera Contract Manager, Expedition, SharePoint, etc.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience with water/wastewater construction.

Compensation

• The Anticipated budgeted salary for the position is at $108,000 - $140,000 a year, based on experience.
• Group health & welfare benefits including options for medical, dental and vision
• 100% Company Paid Benefits: Employee Life Insurance & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Spouse and Dependent Life & AD&D, Short Term Disability (STD), Long Term Disability (LTD), Employee Assistance Program and Health Advocate
• Voluntary benefits at discounted group rates for accidents, critical illness, and hospital indemnity
• Flexible Time Off Program (includes vacation and personal time)
• Paid Sick and Safe Leave
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• 10 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Plan (company matching contributions up to 4%).
• Employee Referral Program

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

Please note that all positions require pre-employment screening, including drug and background check, as a condition of employment.