Weeks Construction - Project Engineers/Operations Managers- Northeast Region-CT, NY, NJ

Kiewit; Cranford (NJ); On-site; USD 88,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Relocation assistance

Career growth

Job summary

Weeks Marine in Cranford, NJ is seeking an Operations Manager/Project Engineer to handle the administrative and technical aspects of constructing a project, lead a team of field and cost engineers, and act as the main conduit of information between the Project/Construction Manager and the team for cost and cash flow information.

The position requires strong interpersonal and time management skills, willingness to travel/relocate, and the ability to develop the team on smaller projects.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering or equivalent.
• 7+ years' work experience in construction or engineering.
• 2+ years' experience managing engineers.
• Ability to travel and relocate as needed.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Commitment to safety and ethics.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduling of the project.
• Revenue, cost, and cash flow management.
• Temp engineering.
• Permanent design management and quality control.
• Project closeout.
• Client relations.
• Assist in Operations planning.
• Administer contracts and subcontracts.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Relocation ability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field

Job description

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Weeks Construction - Project Engineers/Operations Managers- Northeast Region-CT, NY, NJ

Location: Cranford, NJ, US Brooklyn, NY, US Staten Island, NY, US Jersey City, NJ, US New York, NY, US New London, CT, US Newark, NJ, US

Requisition ID:182288

Job Level:Mid Level

Market:Building

Employment Type:Full Time

Position Overview

As an Operations Manager/Project Engineer, you will be responsible for the administrative and technical aspects of constructing a project, managing a team of field and cost engineers. In this role, you will be the main conduit of information between the Project or Construction Manager and the team for cost, revenue, cash flow information; and therefore requires strong interpersonal and time management skills. Project Engineers may work as the Project Manager on some of our smaller projects and will be expected to develop the team below them.

District Overview

Weeks Marine's vast reach and deep expertise, combined with the sheer size and diversity of its equipment fleet, enables the company to serve as a one-stop shop for clients in both the private and governmental sectors, providing exceptional customer service, environmental sensitivity, operational efficiency, and a long-standing commitment to safety. Weeks Marine is headquartered in Cranford, New Jersey, and manages a network of regional offices in Louisiana, Texas, Hawaii, Guam, Ontario, and Nova Scotia.

Location

Northeast Region-CT, NY, NJ. One of the many things that makes Week's and Kiewit's culture unique is that we go where the work is, which exposes your career to abundant opportunities. We relocate our teams based on the work that is available, combined with the development plans, skill sets and career goals of each team member. This means your Kiewit adventure is custom-designed to meet our shared needs.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduling of the project


• Revenue, cost, and cash flow management


• Temp engineering


• Permanent design management and quality control


• Project closeout


• Client relations


• Assist in Operations planning


• Administer contracts and subcontracts

Qualifications

• Ability to travel and relocate as needed


• Undergraduate degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering or equivalent


• 7+ years' work experience in construction or engineering


• 2+ years' experience managing engineers


• Ability to read, analyze and identify discrepancies on engineering plans, specifications, and contract documents


• Highly motivated, with a demonstrated passion for excellence and taking initiative


• Strong work ethic, willing to do what it takes to get the job done right the first time


• Demonstrated commitment to ethics and integrity


• Passion for safety, with the ability to help us ensure that nobody gets hurt


• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills


• Team player with the ability to work independently to meet deadlines, goals and objectives


• Strong organization, time management, and attention to detail.

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Other Requirements:

• Regular, reliable attendance


• Work productively and meet deadlines timely


• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment


• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.


• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.


• FIELD ROLES ONLY May work at various different locations and conditions may vary

Base Compensation:$87,825 -$131,738

(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

There's no limit to what you'll work on at Weeks Marine. With marine construction and dredging projects across North America, you'll be challenged and have more opportunities to grow from Day One.

At Weeks Marine, you'll develop multidiscipline capabilities to grow your knowledge of marine infrastructure construction, waterway maintenance and creation, tunneling and other environmental coastal protection projects- all while helping people across the globe live better.

If you're looking for a career that can take you places, look no further.