Construction Engineer (Engineer Construction 4) - 27800

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Inc. • Newport News, VA

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About The Position

We are seeking highly experienced, self‑driven Construction Engineer 4 candidates who excel in a collaborative environment and can effectively manage engineering projects of varying size and complexity. In this role, you will support one of our key engineering value streams: Buildings & Grounds, Waterfront, or Utilities. Placement will be determined based on the alignment of your skills and expertise with organizational needs. The ideal candidate brings strong technical experience, initiative, and a team‑oriented mindset. You will help coordinate a variety of engineering projects that support critical facility improvements across the shipyard.

Requirements

• 5 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 3 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 0 years experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 9 years relevant experience.
• The candidate should possess strong skills in project management, scheduling, organization, leadership, communication, and computer proficiency.
• The candidate must be able to work independently as well as contribute effectively within cross‑functional teams.
• The candidate must have experience leading construction projects.
• The candidate must have experience working in heavy industrial facilities.
• The candidate must be a U.S. citizen.
• The ideal candidate must be eligible to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in maintaining project status through SAP and/or PPM systems.
• Familiarity with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) policies and procedures.
• Familiarity with the Virginia Uniform Statewide Building Code, International Building Code, City of Newport News Code of Ordinances, ADA requirements, OSHA standards, and NFPA regulations as applicable.
• PMP Certification

Responsibilities

• Plans, designs and oversees the construction of new or expanded facilities.
• Prepares architectural, engineering, and cost estimates, functional studies, construction plans, specifications, and schedules.
• Obtains and supervises outside contractors.
• Recommends architectural and engineering design procedures and standards for the planning and design of facilities.
• Supervises the detailed design, budgetary costing, standardized construction, and final inspection of facility projects.
• Conducts construction surveillance to ensure adherence to contractual requirements.
• Provides engineering consulting services to local and divisional offices.
• Reviews and estimates design/construction costs including equipment, installation, labor, materials, preparation, and other related costs.
• Develops and reviews project plans concerning facility or equipment specifications, company or government restrictions, required completion dates, and construction feasibility.
• Prepares bid documents and contracts for construction and facilities acquisition.
• Perform code evaluations, conduct building assessments, space planning and respond to emergent related issues in a fast paced, large industrial campus/complex setting.
• Directing work assignments of consultants and contractors to ensure shipyard facilities and structures are constructed and maintained in a safe condition.
• Responsible for ensuring clear articulation of priorities, targets, metrics and accountabilities.
• Monitors and reports project performance and initiates corrective measures.

Benefits

• We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships.

What This Job Offers

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