Construction Engineer - Entry-Level

Responsibilities

• 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
• Project close-out, including finalization of payments and documentation

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in civil or construction engineering or civil engineering technology from an ABET accredited program
• Prior experience performing construction engineering, inspection and testing preferred
• VDOT, ACI, DEQ and other industry certifications preferred
• Able to effectively communicate orally/written at all levels of the organization
• Able to handle multiple assignments
• Positive attitude and willingness to work cooperatively with others
• Willing to work nights and overtime, when required by the project assignment
• Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs.
• Must have a valid driver's license
• Must be able to commute to our Fairfax and Fredericksburg locations

Physical Requirements

• 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 surfaces
• Moving around active project sites, which may involve climbing ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, or poles
• Performing physical activities such as bending, twisting, kneeling, and climbing
• Remaining in a stationary position—either standing or sitting—for extended periods of time
• Repetitive motions involving the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
• Lifting objects weighing up to 50 pounds and/or carting objects up to 50 lbs distances up to 100 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 feet
• Must be able to wear a properly fitted safety harness and be knowledgeable of the correct use and of regular inspection of the harness and components
• Must be willing to work nights and overtime, when required by the project assignment

Benefits

• Flexible work schedule options
• Competitive salary
• Leave accrual and paid holidays
• Healthcare benefits
• Group Life Insurance, as well as additional optional life Insurance, short and long term disability insurance
• Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care reimbursement
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Parental and maternity leave benefits