Construction Engineer III

Metro Consulting Associates LLC•Plymouth, MI

17h

About The Position

The Construction Engineer III leads technical aspects of construction projects and serves as a liaison between field and office staff. The role ensures that applicable permits and approved plans are in place for site layouts, grading, utility systems, stormwater management, soil erosion and sedimentation control, and street improvements across residential, office, retail, restaurant, infrastructure, and renewable energy projects for private and public clients. Work may also include construction administration, specifications, traffic control, permitting, regulatory compliance, reporting, and public relations and communication. The position oversees construction supervision, quality, contract administration, project schedules and costs, field staff, contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers. It supports projects from preconstruction through closeout, including inspections, permitting, bidding, estimates, documentation, risk management, and coordination with clients, agencies, municipalities, and internal departments. The work is primarily outdoors (75%) with occasional office work (25%); travel and/or fieldwork may be required up to 100% of the time.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.
At least 15 years of construction field experience leading field inspection crews in the civil engineering or construction industry.
Familiarity with NASSCO Standards and community standards for examining and constructing structures such as manholes, stormwater sewers, sanitary sewer systems, and water main systems.
Ability to read, understand, and interpret specifications.
Satisfactory results on a Motor Vehicle Record check and a valid driver’s license that must be maintained.
Advanced knowledge of applicable codes and standards.
Strong attention to detail.
Exceptional written, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in diverse teams that include technical and non-technical personnel.
Resourceful, action-oriented, creative, and analytical approach.
Ability to provide direction and leadership while demonstrating safety, cost control, efficiency, and professionalism.
Ability to work efficiently under tight deadlines and balance multiple projects through effective prioritization.
Strong planning, organization, preparation, and execution capabilities.
Ability to manage client interactions and promote positive relationships.
Ability to facilitate communication among staff, contractors, suppliers, and other project participants.
Openness to new ideas, innovation, and change.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Ability to adapt to unforeseen events in urban and rural environments.

Nice To Haves

Basic knowledge of web-based GIS interfaces and applications.
Basic understanding of the AutoCAD Civil3D platform and technology.

Responsibilities

Manage client and contractor relationships and serve as a liaison between office and field staff.
Assist in ensuring proper staffing levels on construction projects and coordinate inspection, operations, and maintenance activities.
Ensure construction meets quality standards and complies with design specifications, drawings, budget, and schedule.
Oversee materials testing and pavement evaluation programs.
Provide leadership and oversight for construction supervision, contract administration, quality control, construction monitoring, and evaluation.
Promote a safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following and enforcing standards, procedures, and applicable legal regulations.
Correspond with clients, municipal officials, private and public agencies, contractors, and subcontractors about project matters.
Coordinate with administrative, marketing, business development, GIS, land development, and surveying departments.
Serve as a technical resource for junior staff and recommend solutions to construction-related matters.
Prepare reports, permit applications, capital improvement plans, construction estimates, bid documents, project specifications, and standard details.
Perform field inspections of existing water, sewer, road, and other infrastructure as needed.
Organize and assemble project documents, permit applications, and cut sheets.
Apply engineering judgment to alternatives while adhering to company standards and methodologies.
Conduct QA/QC reviews of construction drawings, technical reports, and other project documents.
Inspect completed work and sign off on workmanship with crew leaders and external subcontractors.
Interpret construction plans, standards, specifications, and contract terms for staff and contractors.
Coordinate work among agencies, contractors, and city departments while representing the contract owner.
Develop construction observation guides and maintain preconstruction, construction, and closeout execution plans.
Review project drawings and specifications to understand scope, client goals, expectations, and resource needs.
Identify construction approaches and risks, gather information, develop solutions, and adjust work sequences as needed.
Solicit and coordinate subcontractor and supplier bids for labor, materials, and equipment.
Review contractor and supplier invoices against actual performance and evaluate change requests for contractual validity and cost estimates.
Develop, update, and maintain project schedules, progress information, durations, compliance requirements, and sequencing logic.
Organize and lead daily and weekly progress meetings with owners, contractors, construction staff, site engineers, inspection staff, and subcontractors.
Prepare requests for proposals for public tenders and statements of work.
Contribute to contracts, change orders, and material and service purchase orders for owner approval; assess contractor requests for extensions, additional payment, and contractual disputes.
Review quotes, material requests, procured items, deliveries, and on-site production for fulfillment and quality.
Certify supplier and contractor invoices and recommend them for owner payment.
Determine and recommend labor, material, and equipment requirements.
Maintain estimates of cost-to-completion and time-to-completion for each task.
Complete computer-based daily and weekly reports, project logs, and documentation files.
Identify construction risks and opportunities and implement mitigation measures where needed.
Coordinate with the GIS team on field data collection and GIS deliverables.
Meet regularly with field staff to track project work and resolve current or developing issues.
Assign weekly tasks to direct reports and conduct quarterly performance evaluations.
Perform other duties as assigned.