Construction Project Engineer #1188

Benesch•Neenah, WI

22h•Onsite

About The Position

Benesch is a growing, multi-disciplined planning, engineering, and professional services firm. We enhance infrastructure and communities across the country – creating spaces and providing connections in ways that make a difference. We pride ourselves on being nimble enough to remain responsive to client needs yet large enough to offer exceptional bench strength. As a member of our team, you’ll have an opportunity to draw from those resources when you need them and, likewise, contribute your expertise when you have something to share. At Benesch, we are looking for candidates with varied backgrounds and worldviews. We are committed to offering an inclusive work environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Statistics show that women and underrepresented groups are less likely to apply for a position if they don’t meet 100% of the qualifications. If this statement resonates with you, don’t be so hard on yourself—apply for the job! Construction Project Engineer We have a career opportunity for a Construction Engineer in our Wisconsin division. In this role, you will be responsible for the daily inspection and documentation of infrastructure projects including roadway and bridge construction, as well as play an important role in managing client relationships. You will also contribute to strategic initiatives that drive the growth of the construction group. This position anticipates that you bring some experience with you, being able to lead the inspection or oversight of significant construction tasks with a high level of independence. This position provides progression towards managing multiple project tasks and becoming a project manager. Location This position will report to our Neenah, WI office.

Requirements

BS in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
5-10 years of working experience with DOT is preferred
Licensed Professional Engineer, or ability to obtain withing 6 months preferred.
Experience working on field projects desired
Excellent communication and intrapersonal skills
Strong technical Skills
Strong organization and ability to perform services efficiently and within budgets and schedule
Ability to work outside on foot for extended periods of time
Willingness to be flexible with variable work shifts during the work week
Clean driving record and valid driver's license

Responsibilities

Responsible for overseeing one or more key tasks on construction projects and complying with all project and company safety guidelines
Perform construction inspection and documentation and communicate if the work observed appears in compliance with project requirements
Prepare inspector’s daily reports and other project documentation as required by the project procedures, and being the example for documentation that supporting staff will refer to and checking their work
Report on progress of work, including technical issues, status of work remaining to be done and any noted deficiencies
Be the main point of contact at the field level for the Benesch team, as well as preparing calculations and supporting sketches for project documentation
Perform basic documentation audits, log, track and/or prepare responses to submittals and RFI’s and perform materials testing including concrete testing and density testing
Write meeting minutes and conduct select project meetings and participate in client events and relative association activities
Assist with client relationships, as well as assisting with writing responses to Requests for Proposals from clients

Benefits

insurance
retirement plans
wellness programs
Professional Development Opportunities for management and leadership development at all levels, including executive coaching and leadership development for Team Leaders, Group Managers, Division Managers, and Executive Leaders
Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses
Ongoing professional development through resources like Red Vector, LinkedIn Learning, technical team meetings, knowledge-sharing training sessions
Personalized training and career development plans with your manager
Funding for training, committee work, professional organization memberships, and licenses/certifications
Support for active participation in professional organizations to foster leadership and community engagement
Retirement Benefits Access to valuable retirement planning tools, education, and individual meetings with plan advisors at no charge
Potential for Benesch to contribute up to 9% of your gross compensation to your retirement plan (5% profit-sharing contribution to your 401(k) plan, regardless of your own contributions & 80% match on your contributions, up to a maximum company contribution of 4%)
Work/Life Balance Flexible work schedules and hours, including work-from-home options (dependent on the role)
Generous Paid Time Benefits (PTB) that increase with your career
Immediate use of annual PTB; no accrual needed with the ability to bundle time-off plans for extended vacations or life events
Ten days of paid parental leave for birth, adoption, or foster placement
Employee Engagement At Benesch, we encourage our team members to extend their impact beyond their core responsibilities. Join our employee resource groups and committees to enhance your work-life balance and contribute to our community-focused initiatives. We support a variety of programs including community service, student scholarships, and matching gift opportunities, reflecting our commitment to a vibrant and diverse workplace.