Project Engineer - 445
Dragados USA

Job Info

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Founded in 1941, Dragados is a primary construction arm of ACS Group, consistently ranked first overall on the Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 250 International Contractors List. Dragados is an industry leader in delivering all types of major infrastructure projects and has a proven track record of completing some of the largest, most complex, and first-of-their kind projects in the U.S. and across the globe. In North America alone, Dragados has experience delivering more than $40 billion worth of major infrastructure projects within the last 10 years and is currently ranked #5 in transportation and #31 overall on ENR's 2022 Top 400 Contractors list.

The Hampton Roads Connector Partners JV (HRCP) consisting of VINCI Construction, Dragados, and Flatiron has been selected to construct the $3.3BN Design Build project -the largest civil construction contract ever awarded by the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT).

The project scope across a 9-mile section of the I-64 will include: a new 3.5-mile bridge-tunnel crossing that will accommodate a total of 8 lanes of capacity across the water, replacement of the existing marine approach bridges and the addition of a third lane on I-64 in each direction. The twin 45 diameter 1.5-mile tunnels will be bored by TBM, creating the second largest TBM tunnel opening for a TBM in North America.

Responsibilities:

• Provides technical input for project work plan and scheduling. Identifying risk elements of production, materials, equipment or process that could negatively impact the budget or schedule.
• Assists in the production and review of shop drawings, design specifications, material requirements and project data to ensure quality and contract specification compliance.
• Assists the development of design drawings and provides technical input, as needed.
• Meets with engineering team to review production schedule and confirm all materials, equipment and resources are readily available for production to continue on schedule and within budget.
• Evaluates weekly and monthly production, schedule and budget projections to accurately track project performance. Documents daily activities in project approved methods and technologies.
• Reviews project schedule updates weekly for owner and management reporting. Attends weekly regular meetings where required and presents on project production status as
• Prepares and manages a three-week work Notifies engineering and project management of any significant schedule changes and develops solutions to mitigate delays and cost.
• Initiates and manages Requests for Information (RFIs), as needed by
• Remits accurate project quantities using assigned project cost coding to ensure project financials are accurately reported. In collaboration with the project accounting team oversees invoices regarding materials, equipment and subcontractor
• Supports engineering team with quality assurance as needed. Reviews certificates and permits needed to perform work.
• Reviews required Job Hazard Analysis (JHAs) to ensure a safe and compliance work environment for all construction personnel. Participates in all weekly safety meetings with field team and project leadership; presents field analysis as needed.
• Assists the project team with project schedule, budget and cost parameters by providing technical input as needed.
• Coordinates subcontractor work methods, schedule and crews as needed.
• Perform additional assignments per management's direction.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Construction Management. Civil Engineering preferred.
• Minimum 4 years construction engineering experience required.
• Structures experience highly preferred.
• Proven skill and ability in managing and providing technical input to engineering teams in a design build environment, setting clear expectations and delegating tasks to direct reports regarding role and responsibilities as required.
• Advanced planning and scheduling skills required.
• Able to manage multiple engineering tasks in a fast-paced environment and progress them all towards a common goal.
• Advanced knowledge of contract specifications and quality assurance practices.
• Able to identify budget and project costs and recommend options to mitigate project delays.
• Strong verbal, written and presentation skills.
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting methods, quantity tracking methods and cost coding.
• Able to drive direct reports and influence non-reporting teams towards a common deliverable.
• Able to identify and implement growth opportunities in direct reports to build talent development within project team.
• Ability to assume responsibility, interface and communicate effectively with others.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive compensation package
• Health Insurance/Dental Insurance/Vision Insurance
• Employer Paid Life Insurance and AD&D
• Wellness benefits & Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off

This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise; employment in this job is an "at will" employment relationship.

Dragados USA Inc is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

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