Lead Consultant/Engineer (Full-Time)

MBP•Chesapeake, VA

About The Position

EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATION: Do you have progressive construction project experience and the drive to lead small to mid-size projects or a sub-group on larger efforts while building strong client relationships? MBP is looking for a Lead Consultant/Engineer to support projects with progressive responsibility across diverse sectors. Ideal candidates are ready to take a lead role on small to mid-size projects or a sub-group on larger assignments and contribute to client-facing coordination and project delivery. Responsibilities What You'll Do: Provide guidance on projects from conception through closeout while serving as a key client contact and public interface. Coordinate with Senior Engineer, Construction Manager, or Project Manager to support strategic project objectives. Lead small to mid-size assignments or a sub-group on large projects, exercising independent judgment with periodic guidance. Build productive relationships with peers, superiors, and stakeholders, and contribute to training, development, and company initiatives. Responsibilities include: Serve in on-site representation roles, including project documentation, cost estimating, scheduling, inspections, quality control/quality assurance, plan review, and records research Maintain electronic project files in the Project Directory, perform clean-up of records, and prepare files for job close-out Assist with facility and infrastructure sustainment, restoration, and modernization efforts Plan and manage small to mid-size projects and/or lead a sub-group on a large project Expand participation in training and professional development; engage in marketing activities, involvement with professional associations, and active participation in company initiatives Support project management responsibilities in close liaison with the Project Manager on small to mid-size projects Analyze and optimize internal and external processes Perform other duties as assigned Who We Are Looking For Experience: Experienced in construction work activities with demonstrated increasing responsibility, aligned with assigned project types Sector experience may include: federal, state, municipal, K-12 school, water/wastewater, higher education, laboratory facilities, transportation, ports, or marina projects Qualifications Education/Knowledge: Lead Engineer: Bachelor of Science in Engineering Lead Architect: Bachelor of Architecture Lead Consultant: Bachelor Degree in related field OR Associate Degree in Engineering or Architecture with a few years of relevant experience OR years of relevant experience equivalent to the above levels Local licensing regulations may prohibit use of Engineer or Architect titles without a Professional License; in those cases, the Consultant title shall be used until the Professional License is obtained Engineering principles; principles of construction management and project controls with specialized knowledge in one or more of the following: scheduling, cost estimating, documentation, contract administration, construction techniques Thorough understanding of several of MBP’s services Strong understanding of building codes, laws, and regulations that might affect assigned projects Preferred Certifications: Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification Construction Manager-in-Training (CMIT) certification Professional Engineer (PE) license Working toward certifications such as Certified Construction Manager (CCM), Certified Cost Engineer (CCE), Planning & Scheduling Professional (PSP), and Certified Associate Construction Manager (CACM) OSHA 10-hour or OSHA 30-hour certification (must possess or obtain within 3 months of hire) Skills and Abilities: Report writing, client coordination, and end-to-end assignment execution from conception to completion Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs, CADD, BIM platforms (Revit, Navisworks, Autodesk 360), graphics, scheduling (Primavera Project Planner or Suretrak Project Manager), and cost estimating (RS Means CostWorks) Work within budgets and meet deadlines; identify potential problems and derive recommended solutions from past experiences Skilled in more than one of the following: critical path method schedules, cost estimating, project budgeting, financial analysis, delay analysis, constructibility and design review, inspections, quantity take-offs, and closeouts Meticulous attention to detail Utilize computers (including Microsoft Office software) and specialized equipment Understand and track project schedules Communicate issues effectively and responsibly, verbally and in writing, with contractors, owners, subcontractors, and team members Obtain and maintain industry certifications specific to assigned duties Work collaboratively within a team Stand and sit as needed on project work sites; climb ladders; work at heights; and work outdoors in a wide range of weather conditions Safely navigate construction work sites with uneven terrain Guidance/Responsibility: Assignments are generally received from a Senior Engineer, Construction Manager, or Project Manager Work independently with periodic guidance and direction Public and client interface with responsibility for coordination and communication Supervisory: May supervise technical or support staff on individual project assignments What We Offer: We’re focused on providing the tools and support you need to succeed, both personally and professionally. MBP offers a comprehensive benefits package including 100% employer-paid medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance (for individual employees), a 401(k) profit-sharing plan, a health savings account with company contributions, competitive compensation with opportunities for semi-annual bonuses, and generous paid time off. We also provide unique perks like tuition assistance, student loan repayment, annual gym reimbursement, pet insurance, and paid volunteer time. Additional benefits include mental health resources, company-wide wellness activities, and training and development to support your professional growth. MBP also covers the costs associated with obtaining and maintaining certifications and licenses, such as your PE, CCM, CCE, PSP, CACM, EIT, CMIT, and OSHA 10-hour/30-hour certification. Status: Full-time Requirements: Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship MBP is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic; protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply

Requirements

Experienced in construction work activities with demonstrated increasing responsibility, aligned with assigned project types
Sector experience may include: federal, state, municipal, K-12 school, water/wastewater, higher education, laboratory facilities, transportation, ports, or marina projects
Lead Engineer: Bachelor of Science in Engineering
Lead Architect: Bachelor of Architecture
Lead Consultant: Bachelor Degree in related field OR Associate Degree in Engineering or Architecture with a few years of relevant experience OR years of relevant experience equivalent to the above levels
Engineering principles; principles of construction management and project controls with specialized knowledge in one or more of the following: scheduling, cost estimating, documentation, contract administration, construction techniques
Thorough understanding of several of MBP’s services
Strong understanding of building codes, laws, and regulations that might affect assigned projects
Report writing, client coordination, and end-to-end assignment execution from conception to completion
Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs, CADD, BIM platforms (Revit, Navisworks, Autodesk 360), graphics, scheduling (Primavera Project Planner or Suretrak Project Manager), and cost estimating (RS Means CostWorks)
Work within budgets and meet deadlines; identify potential problems and derive recommended solutions from past experiences
Skilled in more than one of the following: critical path method schedules, cost estimating, project budgeting, financial analysis, delay analysis, constructibility and design review, inspections, quantity take-offs, and closeouts
Meticulous attention to detail
Utilize computers (including Microsoft Office software) and specialized equipment
Understand and track project schedules
Communicate issues effectively and responsibly, verbally and in writing, with contractors, owners, subcontractors, and team members
Obtain and maintain industry certifications specific to assigned duties
Work collaboratively within a team
Stand and sit as needed on project work sites; climb ladders; work at heights; and work outdoors in a wide range of weather conditions
Safely navigate construction work sites with uneven terrain
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

Nice To Haves

Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification
Construction Manager-in-Training (CMIT) certification
Professional Engineer (PE) license
Working toward certifications such as Certified Construction Manager (CCM), Certified Cost Engineer (CCE), Planning & Scheduling Professional (PSP), and Certified Associate Construction Manager (CACM)
OSHA 10-hour or OSHA 30-hour certification (must possess or obtain within 3 months of hire)

Responsibilities

Serve in on-site representation roles, including project documentation, cost estimating, scheduling, inspections, quality control/quality assurance, plan review, and records research
Maintain electronic project files in the Project Directory, perform clean-up of records, and prepare files for job close-out
Assist with facility and infrastructure sustainment, restoration, and modernization efforts
Plan and manage small to mid-size projects and/or lead a sub-group on a large project
Expand participation in training and professional development; engage in marketing activities, involvement with professional associations, and active participation in company initiatives
Support project management responsibilities in close liaison with the Project Manager on small to mid-size projects
Analyze and optimize internal and external processes
Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

100% employer-paid medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance (for individual employees)
401(k) profit-sharing plan
a health savings account with company contributions
competitive compensation with opportunities for semi-annual bonuses
generous paid time off
tuition assistance
student loan repayment
annual gym reimbursement
pet insurance
paid volunteer time
mental health resources
company-wide wellness activities
training and development to support your professional growth
MBP also covers the costs associated with obtaining and maintaining certifications and licenses, such as your PE, CCM, CCE, PSP, CACM, EIT, CMIT, and OSHA 10-hour/30-hour certification.