Why this role stands out
This role offers a fantastic opportunity to hone your construction engineering expertise on diverse projects, contributing directly to their successful execution from inception to completion. If you are a detail-oriented professional with a passion for building and problem-solving, you'll thrive managing critical project documentation and collaborating with a dynamic team. Apply today to build your career with Chesapeake Contracting Group and leverage your skills in a rewarding environment with a competitive salary range.
Quick overview
Job description
The Construction Engineer manages, evaluates and assesses information necessary to construct the project on time, within budget and to the quality specified by the contract documents. The Engineer is the individual on the project responsible for building the overall project “on paper”. Engineers work under the leadership of Project Managers.
- Acts as liaison with Architects, Subcontractors, Consultants, Suppliers, Inspectors and other partners in resolving issues related to plans and specifications.
- Oversee and make decisions related to contract drawings and subcontract information. Ensure that all drawings and specifications properly relate to the estimate.
- Manage submittals and shop drawings. Assess conformance to contract specifications and resolve any conflicts in interpretation.
- Negotiate and request change orders. Manage information related to changes in the work, prepare an independent analysis, obtain and check estimates for the changes from subcontractor; resolve any conflicts.
- Overseeing the close-out process. Preparing final records for the project such as Requests for Information (RFI’s), close-out records, warranties, as-builts, Operations and Maintenance manuals (O&Ms), and evaluating information to insure compliance with contract documents.
- Prepare Scope of Work documents for trades and develop reports related to all aspects of the project.
- Schedule and attend relevant meetings, such as subcontractor trade coordination meetings, preconstruction meetings, submittal review, etc.
- 1+ years commercial construction experience, ideally as an Intern, Field Engineer, Foreman or a similar position. Familiarity with construction management and office productivity software, including MS Excel, MS Word, MS Project, Procore, or other web-based or mobile document and project management solutions.
- Experience with construction projects, mechanical/electrical systems, building materials, building mechanics, or working with craft workers is preferred.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
- Previous work experience preferred – ideally in commercial construction or with estimating and managing self-performed work activities and subcontracted work.
- Strong problem solving, prioritization and organizational skills.
- Excellent communication skills, including the ability to present complex information in a clear and concise manner.
- Proficient with office productivity software, including MS Excel, MS Word, MS Project, or other project management solutions.
Possess a valid Driver’s license in order to travel to assigned jobsites.
- Maintain OSHA 30, First Aid, & CPR Certification.
Compensation Range - $60,000 - $90,000 annually
📌 A flexible work environment
📌 State-of-the-art technology to get the job done
📌 New office spaces designed for today’s working environment
📌 Great benefits including healthcare, 401K match, wellness programs
📌 Opportunities for advancement and leadership training
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