Lead Project Engineer

Kokosing Industrial•Morgantown, WV

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Kokosing is seeking a Lead Engineer for heavy highway roadway and bridge projects in the Western Pennsylvania or Morgantown area. The position works onsite with the project team to plan, develop, coordinate, and manage construction engineering activities. The Lead Project Engineer manages project engineering personnel and functions, supports construction planning and execution, and ensures engineering work complies with company and contract requirements and supports the overall construction schedule. The role provides technical support to the construction effort, oversees project engineering procedures and controlling documents, represents the company in project meetings, and coordinates with onsite departments to address issues and support construction quality and schedule. It also oversees pre-construction services, design-build services, and business development for the project. Other assignments may be given at the supervisor’s direction.

Requirements

At least 5 years of similar construction engineering experience.
Advanced knowledge of construction engineering technology, codes, and standards.
In-depth understanding of the interdependence and relationship between functional units.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated ability to manage a team of varied disciplines.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management, or equivalent technical training and related experience.
Bridge experience.
Professional Engineer registration.

Responsibilities

Manage project engineering and related personnel functions and activities, including personnel planning and administration, work assignments, and disciplinary actions.
Ensure project engineering activities comply with company and contract requirements and support the overall construction schedule, including use of Primavera P6.
Provide technical support for construction planning and design, design interpretation, construction methods, resolution and documentation of design conflicts, and constructability reviews.
Develop, implement, and administer project engineering procedures and work-controlling documents, including submittals, RFIs, material delivery expediting, subcontractor/vendor payments, and owner pay requests.
Represent the company, project, and/or department in architect/engineer, client, and project management meetings.
Interface with onsite departments to resolve problems and ensure construction quality in support of the overall project schedule.
Oversee pre-construction services, design-build services, and project business development.
Perform additional assignments as directed by the supervisor.