Senior Project Engineer

ORION•Houston, TX

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Project Engineer – Marine Construction provides project engineering and field support for Orion's marine and heavy civil construction projects. This position works closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, Foremen, Surveyors, field personnel, subcontractors, suppliers, and clients to help ensure projects are executed safely, efficiently, on schedule, and within budget. Responsibilities include project cost tracking, procurement, subcontractor bid packages, interpreting plans and specifications, scheduling, project documentation, estimating support, coordination of self-perform construction activities, and project closeout. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced construction professional looking to continue developing toward Assistant Project Manager and Project Manager-level responsibility while gaining hands-on experience delivering complex self-perform marine construction projects.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline and approximately 5+ years of relevant construction experience, or equivalent applicable work experience.
Experience within marine construction, heavy civil construction, infrastructure, bridges, foundations, ports, waterfront construction, or other self-perform construction environments is strongly preferred.
Working knowledge of Project Management & Construction Administration
Working knowledge of Self-Perform Construction Operations
Working knowledge of Marine and Heavy Civil Construction
Working knowledge of Construction Materials
Working knowledge of Procurement & Subcontractor Management
Working knowledge of Estimating & Bid Preparation
Working knowledge of Construction Scheduling
Working knowledge of Project Tracking Software
Working knowledge of Cost Control & Forecasting
Working knowledge of Plans & Specifications
Working knowledge of Engineering & Project Standards
Working knowledge of Safety & Environmental Compliance
Strong communication, organization, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills with the ability to work effectively with both project management and field construction teams.
Willing and able to travel and work out of town for extended periods of time based on project requirements.
Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable workplace accommodation.
Wearing required PPE including hard hats, safety glasses, steel-toed footwear, hearing protection, respirators, and personal flotation devices.
Walking and navigating active marine and heavy civil construction sites.
Boarding and exiting barges, boats, vessels, docks, and other marine facilities.
Standing, walking, climbing, stooping, kneeling, squatting, and sitting for extended periods.
Lifting and carrying objects weighing up to approximately 20 pounds.
Working outdoors and adapting to changing or extreme weather conditions.
Responding appropriately during emergencies and evacuating work areas when necessary.

Nice To Haves

Previous marine construction internship or co-op experience is beneficial for candidates earlier in their careers.

Responsibilities

Work closely with the Project Management Team to support the successful execution and completion of marine and heavy civil construction projects.
Monitor and track project costs including labor, equipment, materials, subcontractors, and services.
Assist with project forecasting, cost controls, productivity tracking, and overall project financial performance.
Develop bid packages and scopes of work for subcontractors.
Solicit, evaluate, and coordinate subcontractor and supplier proposals.
Procure subcontractors, permanent materials, consumables, equipment, and services required for project execution.
Interpret construction drawings, plans, specifications, contracts, and technical requirements.
Coordinate project work activities with Superintendents, Foremen, Surveyors, and field crews.
Assist with project schedules and short-term construction planning to support project milestones.
Interface with project personnel, subcontractors, suppliers, customers, engineers, and other project stakeholders.
Support RFIs, submittals, change documentation, quantity tracking, and other project administration activities.
Assist with estimating and bid proposals for upcoming marine and heavy civil construction opportunities.
Support project startup, execution, documentation, and closeout.
Visit active construction sites and participate directly in field operations and project coordination.
Promote a safe working environment and ensure project activities comply with Orion safety policies and applicable regulations.
Participate in Safety and Environmental initiatives supporting compliance with State and Federal regulations.
Perform additional project engineering and construction management responsibilities as required.