Project Engineer & Estimator

Position Summary

This position is accountable for providing project engineering and estimating support to Orion Marine Contractors Inc. This includes developing bid packages for subcontractors, calculating project costs, selecting suppliers, procuring materials and services, interpreting project plans, scheduling project work activities, providing project oversight, interfacing with project personnel primarily Project Managers, Superintendents, and Foremen, and helping to ensure successful project completion and close-out.

Specific Responsibilities

• Works with the Project Management Team to ensure the successful completion of ongoing or new projects.
• Maintains accurate project accounting for materials, services, labor, and other associated costs.
• Develops bid packages for subcontractors.
• Procures subcontractors, permanent materials, consumables, and services from suppliers for current projects as required by project needs.
• Interprets project plans and specifications.
• Schedules project work activities according to plan timelines to ensure timely project completion.
• Provides interface with project team members, suppliers, customers, and others who are involved in project work.
• Ensures that project team members are provided a safe work environment and are knowledgeable of safe work practices and policies.
• Participates in Safety and Environmental initiatives that will contribute to compliance with State/Federal regulations and improve existing Company programs.
• Aids in the development of bid proposals for upcoming marine construction and services projects.

Employee Safety and Compliance

• Responsible and accountable for incumbent's own personal safety.
• Responsible and accountable for the safety of all co-workers and any others the incumbent comes in contact with.
• Authorized and obligated to stop work on any task or series of tasks whenever an unsafe condition or situation is anticipated or is observed.
• Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, and Company policies and procedures and is subject to appropriate disciplinary action (including dismissal) for failure to do so.
• Reports any and all violations of applicable laws, regulations, or Company policies and procedures promptly and is subject to appropriate disciplinary action (including dismissal) for failure to do so.

Position Requirements

• BS Degree in Civil Engineering/Construction Science or related discipline and 2 years of work experience is required.
• The incumbent must have a working knowledge of Project Management & Administration, Marine Construction, Materials Procurement, Estimating, Scheduling, Project Tracking Software, Cost Control, Engineering & Project Standards, and Safety & Environmental Compliance.
• The incumbent must also be willing to travel, be results-driven to achieve Company business objectives, be able to influence and motivate other members of the management team, be self-motivated and be capable of leadership by example, have a high degree of personal integrity, and have the ability to quickly learn the technical aspects of the business, be an effective communicator, have the ability to interface well with employees at all levels of the organization, and be able to work out-of-town for extended periods of time.

Physical/Mental Requirements

• The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable workplace accommodation.
• The individual must also be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to work or visit within areas where it is required.
• The incumbent must possess the ability to remain calm during emergencies and respond appropriately as dictated by the circumstance of the incident and as directed by the Safety Representative or other management personnel.
• Must be capable of evacuating the work area in a timely manner should an emergency situation arise.
• In addition, the Project Engineer must also be capable of: Walking, stepping, climbing, or otherwise moving from one location on the job site to another, and normally involves physically getting onto and off of work barges, boats, vessels, or dock facilities of varying heights and access parameters.
• Standing, stooping, kneeling, squatting, climbing, or sitting for long periods of time.
• Lifting and carrying objects up to 20 lbs. as required.
• Adapting to extreme temperature changes.
• Adapting to outdoor conditions and prolonged exposure.
• Remaining calm during emergencies and respond appropriately as dictated by the circumstance of the incident.

Compensation & Benefits

An excellent compensation and benefits package is offered. Benefit plans include: Medical, including Prescription Drugs; Dental; Vision; Life and AD&D Insurance; Short Term and Long-term Disability Insurance; Employee Assistance Plan; 401(k) Retirement Plan; Paid Time Off for Vacation, Sick, Holidays, Jury Duty, and Bereavement Leave; Pre-Tax Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.