Project Engineer

NV5•Albuquerque, NM

1d•Onsite

About The Position

NV5 is a provider of engineering and consulting services to public and private sector clients, delivering solutions through six business verticals: Testing, Inspection & Consulting; Infrastructure; Utility Services; Environmental Health Sciences; Buildings & Program Management; and Geospatial Technology. With offices nationwide and abroad, NV5 helps clients plan, design, build, test, certify, and operate projects that improve the communities where we live and work. As engineers, architects, construction/program managers, environmental professionals, and beyond, we play a significant role in shaping our communities through the services we provide. We are looking for passionate, driven individuals to join our team focused on Delivering Solutions and Improving Lives. The successful candidate should be an Engineer in Training (EIT) or be able to obtain EIT within 6 months. Success in this position requires a person who can adapt to a variety of personalities and business conditions and can work within a multidiscipline team. The person must possess skills in problem solving and critical thinking, and must be steadfast in the execution of assigned duties. The person needs to be an effective leader and collaborator with an ability to manage a fleet of Soil/Concrete Technicians, Special Inspectors, and Laboratory staff.

Requirements

BS in civil engineering with emphasis in geotechnical a plus
A minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.
Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, think creatively, and problem solve.
Reviewing technical specifications and filed/laboratory reports.
knowledge of building codes and construction industry standards.
Experience with AASHTO and ASTM test methods pertaining to construction materials, including HMA, aggregate, soils, steel, masonry, and concrete.
Experience reviewing concrete/asphalt mix designs.
Thorough understanding of accreditation policies for all relevant agencies including AMRL, CCRL, IAS, etc.
Proficiency in computer applications, including MS Office.
Strong verbal and written communication skills

Nice To Haves

Engineer in Training (EIT) or be able to obtain EIT within 6 months.

Responsibilities

Manages special inspectors and technician staff
Manages projects and associated budgets
Prepares and reviews inspection and observation reports submitted to various agencies and other clients.
Plans, assigns, prioritizes, evaluates, and reviews the work of special inspectors and technicians; and support staff for consistency, accuracy, timeliness, conformance to guidelines and technical merit.
Oversight of all Materials testing on soils, asphalt, and concrete.
Oversight of all IBC Special Inspections in accordance with IBC Chapter 17
Oversight of laboratory qualifications