Timmons Group
Infrastructure
TransportationConstructionEngineer
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“Transportation Construction Engineer at Timmons Group. Skills: Construction contract administration, Document management, Project coordination, Communication with stakeholders. Oversees the construction phase of the project from a contract administration perspective. Manages all necessary documents associated with each project”
Industry & Context.
Resolve field construction issues; The ability to think logically and systematically through the various phases of a project
Must possess a valid state driver’s license and be able to drive a vehicle
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Graduation from college or equivalent with a bachelor’s degree, Progressively responsible experience independently coordinating, scheduling and managing documents control in a wide variety of construction projects, Working knowledge of office software (MS Word & Excel) and associated equipment, Considerable knowledge of drainage, grading, earthwork operation, roadway and utility construction methods, materials, standards and construction symbols and terminology, Working knowledge of state and federal safety, environment, and EEO/DBE guidelines and regulations, Must be able to read, understand and interpret civil engineering plans, architectural plans and contract specifications, The ability to think logically and systematically through the various phases of a project, Ability to prepare and allocate time and effort across multiple projects in multiple geographic locations and prioritize daily and weekly tasks is required, Must possess a valid state driver’s license and be able to drive a vehicle
Nice to Have
5+ years additional training / experience in drainage, grading, earthwork, and transportation/utility work preferred, but not required, Professional Registration is beneficial, but not required, A current working knowledge of prevailing market rates for major cost items (earthwork, pipe installation, site concrete, etc. ) for site construction projects is a plus, Familiarity with VDOT Road and Bridge Standards and Construction specifications is a plus, Prior experience with engineering design a plus, Experience with CAD software such as AutoCAD Civil 3D is a plus, Working knowledge of MS Project (or equal) is a plus, Ability to prepare or work with CAD drawings is a plus
What You'll Do.
Oversees the construction phase of the project from a contract administration perspective
Manages all necessary documents associated with each project
Develop construction contract documents
review and respond as necessary to all project documents
Attend and facilitate Pre-construction meetings
Progress Meetings and other construction project related meetings
Resolve field construction issues
Prepare field directives/sketches for contractor
Apprise the Timmons Group Project Manager of the project’s progress
Visit construction sites and document pertinent observations
Perform other duties as assigned
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Project coordination with property owners, dry utility companies, and local county and state agencies; Works for the Timmons Group Project Manager; Receives direction from the Design Project Manager; Independent decisions and communications with external parties; Prompt, concise and accurate communication with Client, Project Stakeholders, Project Manager, Inspectors and contractor; Frequent communication with the owner, contractor, public, utility companies, project engineers and agencies having jurisdiction; Communication with external parties
Communication Scope
Prompt, concise and accurate communication with Client, Project Stakeholders, Project Manager, Inspectors and contractor; Independent communications with external parties; Resolve field construction issues including frequent communication with the owner, contractor, public, utility companies, project engineers and agencies having jurisdiction; Apprise the Timmons Group Project Manager of the project’s progress and seek direction on all salient issues
Process & Methodology
Contract administration, Scheduling, Document control, Managing documents, Coordinating projects, Prioritize daily and weekly tasks
Full Job Description
Timmons Group is currently seeking a Construction Engineer to join our Infrastructure Transportation Group located in our Richmond, VA office location. A Construction Engineer oversees the construction phase of the project from a contract administration perspective once our design teams complete their approval process. The projects may involve sensitive political or environmental concerns, project coordination with property owners, dry utility companies, and local county and state agencies. The Construction Engineer works for the Timmons Group Project Manager as the project transitions from approval to bidding and through construction. The Construction Engineer manages all necessary documents associated with each project. The documents will include, but not be limited to: Bidding Documents, Payment Requisition Recommendations, Requests for Information (RFI’s), Change Orders (CO), Potential Change Orders (PCO’s), Submittals, Daily Work Reports (DWR), Punch Lists, Project Closeout Completion Letters, Bond Release, Meeting Minutes, Monthly Progress Reports, Loan Draws, Escrow Fund Releases, Material Inspection Reports and correspondence with various governmental agencies. The position receives direction from the Design Project Manager, however, may be required to make independent decisions and communications with external parties. Essential Duties and Responsibilities of a successful candidate include but are not limited to: · Prompt, concise and accurate communication with Client, Project Stakeholders, Project Manager, Inspectors and contractor · Develop construction contract documents so that the project can be bid/negotiated with a contractor · Maintain, review and respond as necessary to all project documents including RFI’s, material submittals, as-built plans, contractor pay requisitions and change orders · Attend and facilitate Pre-construction meetings, Progress Meetings and other construction project related meetings with owners, contractors, sub-contractors,
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