Project Engineer - Federal Contracting

Job Description Plans and coordinates activities for federal contracts. Ensures that project goals are accomplished within the prescribed time frame and funding parameters by performing the following duties. Project pursuits and execution will be in the Mid-Atlantic region centered around the Tidewater area of Virginia and include MILCON and infrastructure, piers, dry docks, levees, or flood walls for USACE, NAVFAC, and other government agencies. The scope of this role will include performing construction engineering and management duties on projects of varied sizes using varied contract procurement methodologies (Design-Bid-Build, ECI, Design-Build, MATOC, MACC, IDIQ, etc.). Projects may be self-perform utilizing Kokosing's in-house craft workforce, pure construction management utilizing subcontractor crews, or a combination of both.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Analyze and understand plans and specifications. Follow administrative procedures as outlined in Project Administration Manual. Possesses field experience: inspects construction site to monitor progress and ensure conformance to engineering plans, specifications, and construction/safety standards. Proficient with CPM scheduling program; produces accurate schedules as needed. Perform and coordinates submittal process and working drawings requirements. Prepare or directs preparation and modification of reports, specifications, plans, environmental impact studies, and designs for the project as necessary. Provide contract interpretation and clarification. Maintain and update project schedules by incorporating weekly progress updates with the assistance of the Project Superintendent and Assistant Project Superintendent. Assist Superintendents with preparation of weekly three-week look ahead schedules. Understand and apply cost and productivity data. Maintain, verify, and report accurate cost and income quantities for work performed. Prepare and submit progress billings. Analyze, prepare, and maintain and monitor job costs and production budget Work with Superintendent to control job costs and production budget Prepare and submit accurate and timely monthly cost, income, and cash flow projections. Execute and approve subcontractor requisitions and vendor invoices. Coordinate, price and assist Project Manager in settlement of change orders and claims. Respond to issues quickly; proactive in problem solving; handles multiple tasks. Manage time and organizes office and filing system efficiently; organizes and maintains accurate project correspondence files. Maintain subcontractor insurance certificate compliance Maintain project compliance with underground utility notifications and locations (i.e. Miss Utility and others). Promote and participate in 3 week and long-range planning with job team; includes job team in all planning Performs quality inspections as directed by the Quality Manager or Project Manager. Interfaces with the client and client's inspection personnel regarding the assigned scope of work. Treats all coworkers with respect; works well with subs and suppliers. Consistently applies and enforces Safety Policy at all times.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Civil Engineering or Construction Management degree (B. S.) from four-year college or university. 2+ years of experience in related field.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Computer literate: proficient with spreadsheet and word processing programs, proficient with CPM scheduling programs such as Primavera Project Planner, Project Management software, Microsoft Office software Understanding of, and experience using, cost and productivity data Communicates in clear and professional manner both verbally and in writing with job team and owners. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business reports, correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages to practical situations. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Benefits Kokosing offers competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, life, and disability insurance, paid time off and a 401K plan. Kokosing is an equal employment opportunity federal and state contractor. The company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class. #J-18808-Ljbffr Kokosing, Inc.