Construction Engineer

Overview

Want the resources and opportunities of a top structural engineering firm, while still retaining the connections of a small company? Collins Engineers, Inc. provides design and analysis services coupled with field experience to the transportation, marine, construction, and land development industries. As a growing and multi-disciplined civil engineering and professional services firm, Collins is a great place to grow your career and advance your passion.

As an ENR Top 500 Design Firm, Collins makes its people and culture a top priority, while providing the opportunity to work on a variety of interesting and unique projects. We pride ourselves in fostering collaboration and an environment where each employee is an integral part of a team, not just another number.

Collins has an opening for a Construction Engineer in our Denver office. The primary responsibility of this role is conducting inspections, scheduling and oversight of heavy highway structural projects. This role offers the chance to work with industry leaders while using innovative technology. You will have the independence to solve technical problems and steward solutions through the delivery process.

This position will provide the opportunity for growth, where continuing development and participation in professional societies will be encouraged and supported.

SUMMARY

The Construction Engineer is an integral part of the Construction Management team and will work under the guidance of the Project Leader (Resident Engineer). Responsibilities of the position are to perform inspection of construction activities to document conformance to plans and specifications, sample/test materials, document contract quantities, manage other inspection staff, and ensure high-quality construction for transportation projects.

Position Description

TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Responsible for monitoring contractor conformance to quality, performance, and specifications for assigned construction activities.
• Proactively interacts with the contractor and communicates decisions to the Resident Engineer.
• Keeps Resident Engineer informed of work load and any daily activities.
• Provides technical expertise to Resident Engineer and/or client to ensure the project complies with all engineering standards, codes, specifications and design instructions.
• Reviews, analyzes, and resolves issues.
• Performs complex engineering computations involving conventional engineering practices.
• Prepares complete engineering plans or reports.
• Reviews contractor schedules (Primavera and Gantt chart).
• Develops, documents, and implements contract modifications.
• Is active in technical societies.
• Develops engineering papers and presentations.
• Assists in coordinating project submittals, cost control, scheduling, reporting and document control activities.
• Develops and tracks project activities relating to cost, specifications, changes and schedule.
• Plans, schedules, conducts, and/or coordinates detailed phases of assigned project work.
• Regularly communicates with clients.
• Is available to attend meetings or events outside of normal working hours.
• Performs and monitors daily field inspections and maintains inspection records.
• Directs and supervises the work of other engineers, technicians, drafters and administrative staff.
• Actively observes and acts in an appropriate manner related to safety.
• Ensures that staff needing specialized training in health and safety procedures and practices receives such training and that safety is discussed as an important aspect of their work.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management from an accredited four-year university; P.E. License; appropriate continuing education; general engineering knowledge of staging, electrical construction, utility construction, roadway construction, and bridge construction; and 4-8 years of construction management or related experience.
• Extensive use of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and construction management databases/tracking software is required for this role.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Professional Engineer (P.E.)
• Ability to obtain certifications for material sampling/testing for aggregates, concrete, asphalt, grading, etc. (ACI, NICET or state certifications)
• Ability to obtain certifications for inspection of roadways, bridges, coatings, etc. (NICET or state certifications)
• Valid driver’s license

Additional Information

. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

As a federal contractor, Collins Engineers is a drug and alcohol-free workplace.

Collins Engineers, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action/M/F/Vet/Disability Employer.

Salary Range: $81,723 - $88,587/year. Actual compensation may vary from posted hiring range based upon compensable factors, including: experience, education, and skill level.

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