Project Engineer

COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA DBA VIRGINIA PORT A•Portsmouth, VA

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About The Position

The Port of Virginia – Virginia Port Authority is seeking a Project Engineer to manage construction and engineering projects for the Virginia Port Authority and Virginia international Terminals.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering required
Valid driver’s license
Transportation Worker Identification Credential
Licensed Professional Engineer
10 or more years of related experience required.
Selected applicant must be able to pass a pre-employment background check which may include any of the following: Academic record and verification of education and/or certifications; Employment history (including references); Criminal history; Driving record; Fingerprinting; drug and alcohol testing, Fit for duty Physical, Other records or information related to the candidate's suitability for the position.
Selected applicant must be able to obtain a TWIC (Transportation Workers Identification Card).

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree is preferred

Responsibilities

Implement solutions that maximize safe operations at all Port of Virginia facilities.
Contribute to the execution of strategic initiatives to ensure the competitiveness of the Port of Virginia.
Provide support to operations to ensure all business case goals associated with projects are achieved quickly and reliably.
Oversee field-related operations associated with construction management. Determine and coordinate materials and equipment.
Gather required information to evaluate objectives, goals, and scope to create specifications.
Participate in the creation and evaluation of project design alternatives.
Ensure all targets and requirements are met and projects are completed on schedule and within budget.
Communicate project status in a timely accurate manner, while providing input to the mitigation of all current and future risks. This includes keeping project stakeholders aware of issues that may impact project schedule or cost.
Contribute to a team-based culture to ensure the smooth operation of the group, its projects, and the operational goals of the Port of Virginia.
Maintain and actively participate in self-development and on-going training.
Performs other duties as assigned.
The Port of Virginia is a 24-hour, 7-day-a-week, 365-day-a-year operation, schedule and location may vary based on the needs of the operation.