SUMMARY
As a Project Engineer, this position is responsible for providing support in managing marine, heavy civil, and/or railroad projects. The Project Engineer is responsible for directing, coordinating, and assisting in the successful completion of projects within the individual’s area of responsibility.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist throughout the bidding process by obtaining multiple quotes and developing estimates.
- Assist the project team with site safety documentation and coordination including weekly safety inspections and investigations.
- Prepare and maintain project controls including submittals, request for information (RFI) logs, disseminating updated drawings amongst the team, and redlining drawings as the project progresses.
- Prepare project schedules by studying the project plans and specifications, calculating time requirements, and sequencing project elements.
- Monitor costs and project progress including cost budget sheets, manhour tracking, quantity claiming, and material and equipment tracking.
- Create quality control plans and work plans.
- Facilitate project productivity reports to management regularly and prepare monthly pay estimates.
- Perform other related duties as assigned by the Project Manager.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Education: Bachelors in Construction Management or Engineering from an accredited college or university. Must possess a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) or be willing/eligible to obtain one upon hire. Valid Driver’s License.
- Experience: Any combination of relevant work experience, internships, or other extracurricular activities.
- Knowledge/Skills/Abilities (KSA): General knowledge of and experience with Excel. Possess strong written and verbal communication skills in English to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, clients, and customers. Able to problem-solve and interpret a variety of instructions given in written, oral, diagram, or schedule forms.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Certification(s): Adult First Aid w/ CPR and AED.
- Experience: Two (2) years’ experience with project engineering in the construction industry.
- Knowledge/Skills/Abilities (KSA): Proficient in HCSS, Heavy Bid, and scheduling software such as Primavera P6. Thorough knowledge and skills in marine construction operations, such as welding, pile driving, crane operations, barge operations, etc.
WORKING CONDITIONS
- The individual 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. This includes a hard hat, safety glasses, life vest, respirators, ear plugs, steel-toed shoes, personal floatation devices (PFD), and/or other protective equipment.
- The individual frequently works near moving mechanical parts and must be able to adapt to temperature changes, outdoor conditions, and prolonged exposure to dusty, wet, or humid conditions, loud noises, and vibration.
- The individual may be required to work long hours and/or weekends. Additionally, some out-of-town or overnight travel may be required.
- The individual may occasionally be required to sit in a vehicle for up to 8 hours.
- The individual may be required to walk, step, climb, or otherwise move from one location on the job site to another, which may be of varying heights and access parameters.
- The individual may occasionally be required to stand, stoop, bend, crouch, kneel, climb, or sit for long periods.
- The individual may be required to lift objects with a minimum of 10 lbs. and a maximum single-person lift of 50 lbs. This could result in frequent lifting or carrying depending on project needs.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
The Company expects and requires all employees to observe and fulfill all safety responsibilities as outlined in workplace safety training and actively work toward maintaining a safe workplace. Employees are authorized and obligated to stop work on any task or series of tasks whenever an unsafe condition or situation is anticipated or is observed as well as bring problems to the attention of the immediate supervisor, HSE Manager, or HR Manager. Failure to do so can result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment. Regular attendance and punctuality are required of all employees. Employment at Russell Marine, LLC is on an “at-will” basis. There is no contract of employment between Russell Marine, LLC and any one or all of its employees unless explicitly stated elsewhere. Employment security cannot be guaranteed for or by any employee. No Manager, Supervisor, or employee of the Company has any authority to enter into an agreement for employment for any specified period of time or to make an agreement for employment other than at-will. Only the Owner or President has the authority to modify the at-will relationship, and then only in writing specifically addressed to the employee on this issue and signed by that Russell Marine, LLC Executive.
Russell Marine, LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected status. If you require special assistance or accommodation while seeking employment with Russell Marine, LLC, please contact Human Resources at humanresources@russellmarinellc.com.
