Construction Engineer in Baton Rouge, Louisiana at Providence Engineering and Environmental Group LLC

SUMMARY:

This position as a Construction Engineer/Project Manager is a full-time role. This role will allow the candidate to assist with the development of construction plans and specifications, manage the bid process, and provide construction management services for various public and industrial sector projects.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities):

• Related Bachelor’s degree (preferably construction management or civil engineering).
• Minimum eight years’ experience with LA DOTD construction project operations.
• Minimum three years directly related leadership experience with construction background.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and maintain an insurable driving record.
• Must have previous site management experience as well as experience at maintaining a good relationship with the client and suppliers.
• Must have hands-on experience with directing the activities of contractors and crews for mechanical, electrical, civil and structural construction in an industrial setting.
• Ability to read engineering drawings maps is required.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, MS Project

ATTRIBUTES:

• Self-Directed – Shows initiative and the ability to organize oneself.
• Diplomatic - Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, including ability to negotiate compromise and demonstrate diplomacy in sensitive situations and to interact effectively with senior management.
• Quality Management - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality. Prioritizes and plans work activities efficiently.
• Decision Making - Strong decision making, analytical and creative thinking skills.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Follows through on scheduled work times; Always punctual.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with development of project plans and specifications.
• Assist in the identification and qualification of the various sub-contractors required for the project including all sites and building trades.
• Develop initial project specific cost estimates and take lead responsibility with the budgetary management of the various cost components of the project.
• Monitor and ensure schedule performance and quality workmanship of contractors.
• Work closely with the contractor, architect, civil engineer and associated consultants in developing site specific value engineering options for the work.
• Review change proposals, proposal requests, requests for information, supplemental instructions and other contract documentation as required on behalf of the client’s interests.
• Review and approve contractor payment requests.
• Attend local meetings, approval meetings, conferences on behalf of client. Document and take action on items in client’s interests.
• Coordinate with client’s design and construction personnel to ensure accuracy in the owner’s development of client’s construction documents.
• Serve as an information resource by coordinating client’s work, participating in construction meetings, resolving disputes, providing ongoing feedback, and coordinating project punch list and close-out.
• Prepare construction completion reports.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to travel frequently and on short notice.
• Ability to walk long distances.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to work outdoors in variable weather conditions and on varied terrain, sometimes for extended periods of time.

The above job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed in the described position. This document is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all position duties and skills required of the individual classified in this position.

ADDITIONAL COMPANY INFORMATION:

The above Job Description is a written statement of facts describing the scope, responsibilities, and organizational relationships of this position as it is. It is intended to provide a clear picture of the position’s role within the organization.

This job description is subject to change as Providence Engineering and Environmental Group LLC evolves, and in no way implies that this description includes all the duties associated with this position. Job duties related to this position may be added/removed from the job description as needed. Providence Engineering and Environmental Group LLC depends on its employees to assess current positions and update position description as duties change, responsibilities increase/decrease, technology improvements occur, or because of any other factors which may impact the success of such position.

Providence Engineering and Environmental Group LLC is committed to diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants and all employees will be evaluated based on their ability, competence, and performance of the essential functions of their positions. It is the policy of Providence Engineering and Environmental Group LLC to be nondiscriminatory in all matters regarding the selection, recruiting, hiring, termination, promotion, transfer, work assignment, scheduling, compensation of employees, and any or all other terms and conditions of employment. The company does not unlawfully discriminate based on any applicable, legally protected classification or characteristics, including but not limited to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability. Providence Engineering and Environmental Group LLC is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities to the full extent required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you feel you need a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the ADA, you are encouraged to contact us at HumanResources@providenceeng.com.

Providence Engineering and Environmental Group LLC is an EEO employer - M/F/Vets/Disabled