Construction Engineer

Whitman, Requardt and Associates, LLP

Fairfax, VA

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JOB DETAILS

JOB TYPE

Full-time

SKILLS

ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology), Budgeting, Change Management, Change Requests/Orders, Civil Engineering, Communication Skills, Construction, Construction Engineering, Construction Inspection, Construction Management, Construction Projects, Contract Management, Cost Estimates, Cost Per Thousand, Documentation, License Management, Lift/Move 40 Pounds, Local Government, Materials Testing, Negotiation Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Project Close-Out, Project Control, Purchasing/Procurement, Records Management, Risk Management, Scaffolding, State Government, Testing

LOCATION

Fairfax, VA

POSTED

7 days ago

At Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP, we are People Focused and Project Driven . We have been in business for more than 110 years and we are known for our quality work and quality employees. This is your chance to join our team - help us to design the infrastructure and buildings that improve the world! We are currently seeking Construction Engineers to assist our regional Responsible Charge Engineers in the construction management and inspection of Federal, State and local government construction projects throughout Virginia. The Construction Engineer uses engineering principles to solve construction problems in the design, procurement, delivery and close-out of construction projects.Responsibilities include progressively increasing involvement in: construction management and inspection, including providing inspection services on projects; contract management and administration; change management, including evaluation and negotiation of change orders; office engineering, including project records management and materials certification; inspection project elements and testing of materials; project controls, including CPM Scheduling, cost estimating, budgeting and risk management; and project close-out, including finalization of payments and documentation. Work performed under the supervision of a licensed engineer.Position includes working at client site(s) and construction project locations as assigned.Requirements:Must have a bachelor’s degree in civil or construction engineering or civil engineering technology from an ABET accredited programPrior experience performing construction engineering, inspection and testing preferred. VDOT, ACI, DEQ and other industry certifications preferredAbility to effectively communicate orally/written at all levels of the organizationAbility to handle multiple assignmentsPositive attitude and willingness to work cooperatively with othersMust be willing to work nights and overtime, when required by the project assignmentMust be able to lift up to 40 lbs.Must have a valid driver's licenseMust be able to commute to our Fairfax and Fredericksburg locationsPreferred:VDOT certificationsOSHA-10 ACI/WACEL certificationsPhysical Requirements (Essential Functions):This position requires the ability to perform a variety of physical tasks in the field as part of the essential job functions. Duties may include:Walking and navigating across rough or uneven terrain such as mud, rocks, grass, dirt, steep hillsides, heavily wooded areas, and other unpaved surfacesMoving around active project sites, which may involve climbing ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, or polesPerforming physical activities such as bending, twisting, kneeling, and climbingRemaining in a stationary position—either standing or sitting—for extended periods of timeRepetitive motions involving the wrists, hands, and/or fingersLifting objects weighing up to 50 pounds and/or carting objects up to 50 lbs distances up to100 yards.Driving to and from project sites which may involve distances of up to or exceeding 120 miles round trip.Must be able to function safely in an environment with potential risks, including, but not limited to those described in this document.Work from heights exceeding 6 feetMust be able to wear a properly fitted safety harness and be knowledgeable of the correct use and of regular inspection of the harness and componentsMust be willing to work nights and overtime, when required by the project assignmentThe work environment may include exposure to a range of environmental conditions, including high and low temperatures, precipitation, and other outdoor elements. Work may also be performed in noisy conditions or confined/enclosed spaces.Benefits:WRA recognizes that employees play an important role in its success. Our commitment to full-time employees is reflected in the comprehensive benefits package we offer:Flexible work schedule optionsCompetitive salaryLeave accrual and paid holidaysHealthcare benefitsGroup Life Insurance, as well as additional optional life Insurance, short and long term disability insuranceFlexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care reimbursement401(k) Retirement PlanTuition ReimbursementEmployee Assistance ProgramParental and maternity leave benefitsWRA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and complies with all applicable anti-discrimination laws.Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. WRA will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity. (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)***** Not accepting resumes from 3rd party recruiters for this position *****Position # 3154

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