Construction Engineer

TMG Construction•Falls Church, VA

About The Position

TMG’s Construction Engineer I supports Project Management and Field Operations with the technical aspects of managing commercial and institutional building and civil construction projects. This developmental position provides opportunities to deepen understanding of the construction process and develop management skills for advancement within TMG. The role may support multiple small projects or a large project, assisting with project management and field operations throughout the project life cycle.

Requirements

B.S. degree in Engineering or Construction Management with 0–1 years of experience with a commercial and/or industrial general contractor, or 3 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.
Solid understanding or proficiency with spreadsheets, email, and other software used in the construction industry.
Ability to lift and handle 50-pound objects.
Full mobility and 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 obtaining materials from suppliers when necessary.
Professional credential of Engineer in Training (EIT) or Associate Constructor (AC) in good standing.
Current safety credentials including OSHA 30, First Aid, and CPR.
Current CQC certification issued by USACE or NAVFAC.
Ability to communicate effectively with management, subcontractors, customers, and peer groups.
Analytical skills and ability to use estimating, scheduling, and reporting software tools.

Responsibilities

Support the Project Manager, Superintendent, or other management roles through project phases including estimating, negotiating, contracting, buyout, construction administration, and closeout.
Create, update, maintain, and report on 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, developing estimates and proposals, and writing change orders.
Support estimating by performing 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 issues proactively and facilitate solutions.
Develop an understanding of contract terms and legal requirements and help maintain project compliance.
Interact in a timely and cordial manner with supporting work groups, including accounting, HR, and ICS.
Participate in project closeout activities to support timely completion.
Assist in evaluating projects for constructability and value-engineering cost savings.
Participate in lifelong learning, professional development, weekly staff meetings, and industry networking functions.
Study the Project Manager or Superintendent position description and deliberately develop the skills needed to advance into one of those roles.
Travel to job sites within a designated geographical area.