Construction Engineer - Rail

Michael Baker International • Alexandria, VA

3d • $70,000 - $95,000

About The Position

Whether moving people or freight, future rail and transit solutions will be determined by energy prices, a shift toward urban living and growing environmental concerns. Michael Baker helps freight, authority and state Department of Transportation clients meet these modern challenges by providing services that address key industry issues such as state of good repair, capacity, safety, community livability, asset management and maintenance, planning and development for new projects, and the promotion of environmental stewardship and sustainability.
We provide value by first understanding our clients’ needs, then working with them as a partner to identify innovative and cost-effective solutions that optimize their opportunities for success.
What We’re Looking For:
Michael Baker is seeking a Construction Engineering Associate to be located in our Alexandria, VA office.
Specific duties may depend on job assignments but will include serving as project support for construction projects, coordinating construction inspection activities, working with office staff and field crews engaged in basic technical engineering activities, evaluating contract specifications and plans, executing project paperwork / required documentation, and working with data systems in support of the client(s).
What You’ll Do:
Work is performed under the general supervision of a Resident Engineer with the Construction Services Department on various projects, both large and small. Work conditions vary depending on assignments and are performed in the office and/or in the field with exposure to varying weather conditions, challenging terrain, and requirements for walking, standing, bending, and lifting loads. The position requires hand/eye coordination in the efficient operation of computers and basic field-testing equipment. Employees will be based in the Alexandria, VA office but may be asked to travel and be available for work on a sporadic and temporary basis.
Employees in this classification will be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned to such duties will be required to possess a driver’s license valid in the State of Virginia or obtain said license following employment. Applicants may be subject to a background check which may impact employment.
The best part of being a Construction Engineering Associate for Michael Baker is that no two days will be the same. You will face different challenges every day, some of which will be extraordinarily complex. You will feel a sense of pride in knowing that you are helping Michael Baker provide innovative construction solutions to rail/transit infrastructure challenges, big and small, and making a difference for our clients and the communities we serve.

Requirements

• 3-5 years civil engineering / construction experience
• Four-year degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related engineering or technical field
• EIT Certification with intention to obtain PE License
• Excellent English language skills both written and verbal
• Ability to aid in basic construction administrative activities related to safety, quality, cost and schedule of various projects.
• Evaluation and maintenance of construction documents – drawings, specifications, materials testing reports and supporting documentation.
• Computer skills (Microsoft Office) and knowledge of scheduling software is preferred.
• Ability to visit work sites, dialogue with field staff, gather data and report findings to supervisors.
• To be successful, you’ll need to be bright, organized, outward and determined.
• You will also need to be able to build relationships with a wide variety of people and work in a team environment with the ability to multitask and prioritize competing project obligations.

Nice To Haves

• Computer skills (Microsoft Office) and knowledge of scheduling software is preferred.

Responsibilities

• serving as project support for construction projects
• coordinating construction inspection activities
• working with office staff and field crews engaged in basic technical engineering activities
• evaluating contract specifications and plans
• executing project paperwork / required documentation
• working with data systems in support of the client(s)
• aid in basic construction administrative activities related to safety, quality, cost and schedule of various projects.
• Evaluation and maintenance of construction documents – drawings, specifications, materials testing reports and supporting documentation.
• visit work sites, dialogue with field staff, gather data and report findings to supervisors.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level