Construction Engineer

About the Role

We are currently seeking a Construction Engineer to join our Wagman Geotechnical Services Team in Dinwiddie, VA. This field-oriented role involves assisting management and field supervision, with occasional travel to project sites and time in the Geotechnical Office. The position is safety-sensitive, requiring work on construction sites with inherent hazards, and is subject to drug testing and compliance policies as a Federal Contractor.

Responsibilities

• Initiate and develop detailed work plans for specific crews to ensure safe, timely, and high-quality work.
• Build and update 3-week schedules for crews on a weekly basis.
• Provide accurate CPM schedule updates to meet project requirements.
• Assist in coordinating work with Owner's Design Engineers, Inspection staff, Subcontractors, Vendors, Haulers, and Regulatory Agencies.
• Confirm receipt of materials and services through OnBase invoice coding.
• Order materials and tools required for specific crews.
• Review, analyze, and resolve field construction problems, plan discrepancies, or errors and omissions.
• Assist with administrative tasks, shop drawing reviews, RFIs, and submittal logs.
• Provide technical support and interpretation to supervisors and subcontractors.
• Monitor work for compliance with Project Site Specific Safety Plan and Wagman Environmental-Health and Safety Plan.
• Provide daily quantities for accurate payment from the Owner and reconcile monthly Pay Estimates.
• Assist with utility locates, contract document organization, and project close-out, including "as-built plans."
• Perform QA/QC testing functions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil, Structural, or Geotechnical Engineering (Structural Engineering preferred with emphasis on Heavy Structural, Civil Roadway, and Geotechnical Foundations).
• 0-3 years of engineering experience related to structural and/or geotechnical construction, including internships.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, Heavy Job, Heavy Bid, Viewpoint, OnBase, and CAD.
• Valid Driver's License and ability to communicate in English (written and verbal).
• Experience in field engineering with a focus on structural or civil engineering, including testing, inspection, scheduling, quantity reporting, material purchasing, and construction specifications.
• Working knowledge of construction equipment, drawings, and subcontractor coordination.
• Prefer experience with structural or geotechnical engineering and field support.

Qualifications

• Able to lift up to 30 pounds, bend, squat, kneel, and climb ladders.
• Continuous standing and walking required outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Simple grasping and fine manipulation tasks with both hands.
• Acceptable corrected vision and hearing.

Pay

60K/year - 80K/year (Based on experience)

Benefits

• Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Healthcare and Dependent Care
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Wellness Programs, including Orthopedic Care
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Matching Contribution
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Adoption Assistance
• 8 paid holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Personal Vehicle Mileage Reimbursement

Our Values

Wagman's Core Values—integrity, mutual respect, safety, innovation, sense of urgency, and community—guide every decision and plan. These values have laid the foundation for our success and longevity, earning us national and regional awards for projects, safety, and community engagement.

Wagman Culture

Wagman is committed to a diverse, inclusive workforce and culture. We value the unique identities, experiences, and talents of our people, fostering equal opportunities and a sense of belonging. As a family business, we prioritize a safe, healthy work environment and community engagement initiatives to build better for our people.