Construction Engineer

Lina T. Ramey and Associates, Inc. (LTRA) is seeking a highly motivated Construction Project Engineer for our growing Construction Management team in Farmers Branch, Texas to work on a variety of construction engineering and inspection projects including roadway, bridge, railroad and airport projects. The ideal candidate will have experience in overseeing civil engineering construction projects encompassing all aspects of infrastructure construction including roadway subgrade, CRCP and HMAC pavement, drainage pipes and structures, roadway illumination, traffic signals, stormwater management, and/or water and sanitary sewer utility inspection.

Responsibilities

· Provide project engineering, oversight and administration on a variety of Federal, State, County and City construction projects and contracts

· Assist in the proposal development process, staff scheduling and management.

· Perform (both in the office and in the field) contract administration duties including plan development, interpretation, budget management, schedule management, record keeping, change negotiations, quality, and project documentation.

· Ability to oversee the execution of projects to ensure a high-quality project is delivered to our clients

· Use engineering best practices on a wide variety of projects for a wide variety of clients, adapting to new environments quickly. Multi-tasking is a must within this environment.

· Be involved and understand all project aspects including construction administration, RFIs /Submittals, pay requests, and client meetings.

· Direct and oversee technical staff with construction management tasks and coordination with Contractors and clients.

· Conduct site visits, inspections, and assist with client development and technical completeness, for infrastructure projects with staff.

· Assist in the Management and training EITs for their development needs.

· Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, cities/clients, and other public agencies. This will include business development with existing clients and new.

· Ability to coordinate, schedule, and oversee multiple staff members with varying degrees of experience and technical abilities.

· Developing and maintaining as-built drawings and other work tasks, reviews and processes submittals, change orders, RFl's. Ensures the timely and appropriate generation, collection, distribution, storage, retrieval and ultimate disposition of meeting agendas, RFl's and daily reports.

· Demonstrates an understanding of the project management plan (PMP) and is involved in support and execution of the plan. Demonstrates a thorough understanding of the project process and performs project scope activities and supports the project team to ensure the work needed to complete the project successfully.

· Monitor and review the project schedule (P6) to ensure timely completion

· Successful Candidate will be expected to work with minimal supervision and be capable of solving complex engineering issues in a timely manner.

Applicant Attributes

· Have a strong construction / contract administration background and be able to develop and lead a team of field staff

· Have a knowledge of design, construction and materials engineering standards and the ability to generate business and perform work to grow the business and opportunities for LTRA

· Be knowledgeable of State & Federal Contract Administration processes and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

· Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering

· Texas PE is required or ability to obtain within 6 months.

· 5 - 10 years of related experience.

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

· Must be flexible, well organized, accountable, and dependable.

· Physically able to perform work in the field.

· Ability to travel to projects statewide

Preferred

· A thorough knowledge and experience, TxDOT specifications and contract administration practices

· Experience with project engineering, client management, staff management and willingness to travel as needed.

· Experience using computer assisted engineering and design software to prepare engineering and design documents (examples include software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, Bluebeam and GIS).

· Through knowledge of TxDOT Standard Construction Practices and Procedures

Benefits

The following benefit programs are available to eligible employees:

§ 401K Savings Plan

§ Auto Mileage

§ Health Insurance

§ Dental Insurance

§ Basic Life Insurance – 100% employer paid

§ Accidental Death and Dismemberment – 100% employer paid

§ Long-Term Disability

§ Short Term Disability

§ Paid Holidays

§ Bereavement Leave

§ Personal | Family | Medical Leave

§ Military Leave

§ Jury Duty Leave

§ Drug or Alcohol Rehabilitation Program

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Work Location: In person