Construction Engineer

TMG Construction•Falls Church, VA

9d•$55,000 - $75,000

About The Position

Construction Engineer I is a developmental role that supports TMG’s Project Management and Field Operations with the technical aspects of managing building and civil-related commercial and institutional construction projects. The position provides opportunities to build understanding of the construction process and develop management skills for advancement within TMG. The role assists with project management and field operations for multiple small projects or a large project. It supports project workflows including shop drawings, RFIs, document control, change management, outsourcing, estimating, scheduling, project controls, construction administration, and closeout. The position may involve travel to different job sites within a designated geographical area.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or Construction Management with 0–1 years of experience with a commercial and/or industrial general contractor, or three years of directly related experience without a degree.
Basic understanding of construction means and methods for renovation of commercial and institutional buildings and related site work.
Proficiency with spreadsheets, email, and other software used in the construction industry.
Ability to lift and handle 50-pound objects.
Ability to walk job sites and climb ladders and stairs multiple times daily to inspect work, direct subcontractors and TMG field forces, and assure safety and quality control.
Clean driving record to facilitate picking up materials from suppliers when necessary.
Engineer in Training (EIT) or Associate Constructor (AC) credential in good standing.
Current OSHA 30, First Aid, and CPR credentials.
Current CQC certification issued by USACE or NAVFAC.
A grace period of up to six months may be allowed to obtain the stated credentials.
Basic to good understanding of a civil, architectural, mechanical, or electrical discipline.
Good analytical skills and ability to use a variety of estimating, scheduling, and reporting software tools effectively.
Ability to communicate effectively with management, subcontractors, customers, and peer groups.
Ability to travel to different job sites within a designated geographical area.

Responsibilities

Support the Project Manager, Superintendent, or other management roles throughout project phases, including estimating, negotiating, contracting, buyout, construction administration, and closeout.
Create, update, and maintain project controls tracking project status, changes, RFIs, shop drawings, submittals, quality, safety, financial performance, and closeout.
Work with subject matter experts to review and process shop drawings and other submittals.
Support change management by updating logs, routing source documents to vendors, obtaining pricing, preparing estimates and proposals, and writing change orders.
Support estimating through quantity surveys using digitizers, 3D modeling software, and paper-based processes.
Establish, monitor, communicate, and maintain project schedules using scheduling software.
Support physical layout and coordination of work by developing control line drawings, using CAD for dimensioning, and reviewing and coordinating shop drawings.
Support the Project Manager in negotiating contracts, subcontracts, and purchase orders.
Maintain and produce reports using TMG and client-specific workflow software.
Identify potential problems proactively and facilitate solutions.
Develop an understanding of contract terms and legal requirements and help maintain compliance to prevent rework and delays.
Interact promptly and cordially with supporting work groups, including accounting, HR, and ICS.
Participate in project closeout activities to ensure timely completion.
Assist in evaluating projects for constructability and value-engineering cost savings.
Participate in lifelong learning and professional development.
Attend weekly staff meetings and industry networking functions.
Become familiar with Project Manager or Superintendent position requirements and deliberately acquire the knowledge and skills to progress into one of those roles.