Project Office Engineer

M&J Engineering

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About The Position

M&J Engineering, D.P.C. is a quality provider of multi-discipline consulting services with over 300 employees. Since its inception in 2004, M&J has grown into diversified provider of engineering, construction management, construction inspection, technology, and environmental services to a broad range of clients, including federal, state and city/local agencies, private owners, architects, engineers and contractors. M&J is a leader in construction management and inspection, ITS, mechanical, electrical, wastewater, water supply, tunnel airport, port, marine/coastal, environmental engineering, and design-build services for both new infrastructure projects and renovations. M&J bases its employment and personnel decisions on the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity, with the intent to further the Company’s Affirmative Action commitment. M&J does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, employment status, veteran or military status, or any other category protected by law. Our Company vigorously pursues opportunities to recruit and develop job candidates who have the desire and potential for becoming qualified employees through our Affirmative Action Plan. M&J is seeking the role of Project Office Engineer. The ideal Project Office Engineer should have extensive experience overseeing heavy highway construction projects. Candidates must have hands-on expertise in various tasks, including the reconstruction and rehabilitation of asphalt concrete pavement, slide repairs, culvert replacement, drainage assessment and improvements, pavement markings and other miscellaneous works. The POE should also be knowledgeable in signing, pavement markings, and other related roadway work. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, etc.) and Adobe Acrobat (PDF) is required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification required.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in highway or heavy civil construction, including at least 1 year in a Project Engineer, Resident Engineer, or Assistant role on state or federal projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction contract administration and record-keeping practices.
• Familiarity with MUTCD, AASHTO standards, ADA accessibility requirements, and federal highway construction specifications.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, and Primavera or similar scheduling software.
• Excellent organizational, coordination, and professional communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide construction contract administration support to the Project Engineer and Construction Operations Engineer.
• Review contractor work activities to determine compliance with contract requirements, safety plans, environmental controls, and applicable regulations.
• Review and analyze construction schedules for compliance and reasonableness using Primavera or comparable scheduling software.
• Process contractor submittals from receipt through review and return, including shop drawings, material certifications, invoices, and as-built documentation.
• Maintain accurate and complete construction records in accordance with established EFLHD documentation and filing procedures.
• Assist with preparation of project diaries, material registers, progress estimates, and status reports.
• Review contractor cost proposals and assist with development of independent engineer’s estimates.
• Draft correspondence, memoranda, and contract modification documentation for review by project leadership.
• Support coordination meetings with agency representatives, contractors, utilities, and other stakeholders.

Benefits

• To all full-time employees we provide a comprehensive package of benefits, including medical, dental and eye insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, etc.
• Salary commensurate with education, certifications, licensure, and experience.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees