Roadway, Bridge and Guideway Engineer

Fluor•Fresno, CA

2d•$96,500 - $179,500•Onsite

About The Position

The Roadway, Bridge and Guideway Engineer provides construction inspection and quality assurance support for roadway, bridge, guideway, and related structural elements associated with the California High-Speed Rail (CAHSR) Project. The Engineer monitors the physical plant to ensure accordance with approved plans, specifications, contract requirements, applicable codes, and safety standards. This position serves as the Owner's representative in the field by documenting facilities, identifying non-conforming elements, and coordinating with project engineers, contractors, and construction management staff to support the successful maintenance of the California High-Speed Rail infrastructure.

Requirements

Accredited four (4) year degree or global equivalent in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Management, Engineering Technology, or a closely related field and six (6) years of work-related experience, or, 10 years of experience if non-degreed
Ability to communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to management, coworkers, clients, vendors, contractors, and visitors
Job related technical knowledge necessary to complete the job
Ability to learn and apply knowledge of applicable local, state/province, and federal/national statutes and guidelines
Ability to attend to detail and work in a time-conscious and time-effective manner
Advanced knowledge of discipline codes and standards, commercial availability and cost of materials
Practical field experience
Intermediate computer and software skills to include the use of word processing, e-mail, spreadsheet and electronic presentation programs
Five (5) years of relevant bridge, guideway, railroad, or heavy civil construction inspection experience; or in lieu of a degree, nine (9) years of relevant bridge, guideway, railroad, or heavy civil construction inspection experience
Working knowledge of bridge, guideway, railroad, and heavy civil construction methods, structural systems, engineering plans, specifications, and contract documents
Experience performing construction inspections and documenting inspection activities through detailed field reports and daily inspection records
Ability to interpret structural drawings, shop drawings, construction specifications, and inspection procedures
Knowledge of quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) principles and construction inspection practices
Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to coordinate effectively with contractors, engineers, construction management staff, and project stakeholders
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and electronic construction management/documentation software

Nice To Haves

Professional registration and membership in technical society
Seven (7) or more years of bridge, guideway, or railroad construction inspection experience on large transportation infrastructure projects
Experience on California High-Speed Rail, commuter rail, freight rail, transit, highway, or major bridge construction projects
Certifications such as ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade I, ICC Reinforced Concrete Special Inspector, AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI), or equivalent structural inspection certifications
Caltrans Construction Inspection experience and familiarity with Caltrans Standard Specifications and Bridge Construction Records and Procedures
Knowledge of AREMA, AASHTO, Caltrans, and applicable railroad bridge design and construction standards
OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety certification
Experience utilizing electronic construction management systems such as Procore, Primavera Unifier, Field Manager, or similar platforms
Valid California driver's license with the ability to travel between active construction sites

Responsibilities

Perform daily inspection of bridge, guideway, elevated structures, retaining walls, foundations, and related civil infrastructure to verify compliance with approved plans, specifications, and contract requirements
Monitor elements involving structural concrete, reinforcing steel, prestressed and post-tensioned systems, structural steel erection, bearings, expansion joints, precast elements, falsework, and shoring operations
Verify that the built elements conform to project quality requirements and applicable industry standards
Review or create inspection and testing reports, material certifications, placement records, and quality control documentation for accuracy and completeness
Document inspection findings, deficiencies, field observations, photographs, and project progress using electronic and other forms of reporting systems
Identify non-conforming elements and coordinate corrective actions with contractors, Resident Engineers, Quality Assurance staff, and project management.
Witness and document field testing, material sampling, structural load testing, and acceptance testing activities as required in support of total physical plant.
Coordinate inspections with specialty inspectors, survey personnel, utility representatives, railroad operations, and other project stakeholders
Verify implementation of approved traffic control, environmental compliance, and construction safety requirements within inspection areas
Participate in meetings, reviews, and field coordination meetings to resolve technical and maintenance issues
Assist with preparation of punch lists, substantial completion inspections, final acceptance documentation, and record verification
Perform other maintenance inspection duties as assigned in support of the CAHSR program
Other duties may be assigned