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Project Engineer Heavy Civil Construction

J Cumby Construction Inc

Job Description

Job Description

Company Overview:

J. Cumby Construction is a fully licensed general contractor specializing in water and wastewater treatment facilities and pump stations, as well as commercial and industrial construction. We take great pride in our dedication to safety, quality and the ability to deliver projects on time and budget.

At J. Cumby Construction, we are looking to add team members that are interested in growing with our company. It is important to us for our employees to build their career with us so we invest in their personal and professional growth. We are committed to providing a workplace where the health and well-being of all employees are paramount. Additionally, we believe in investing in our team's talent and are dedicated to promoting from within whenever possible, offering clear pathways for career advancement within the company.

Job Summary:

The ideal candidate should have previous experience with a General Contractor involved in both self-performing and subcontracting construction and/or rehabilitation of existing water/wastewater treatment plants.

Responsibilities and Duties:

  • Provide field office support to Project Manager, Superintendent, Foreman, Owner, Engineer, and other project stakeholders
  • Prepare and review submittals, RFIs (Requests for Information), and coordinate with subcontractors and suppliers
  • Have a strong understanding of field operations and preferably a background in heavy civil construction
  • Manage contractor information, including maintaining tracking logs, documenting deliverables, establishing project files (hard and electronic), and tracking action items
  • Coordinate and attend progress meetings and construction meetings
  • Create and distribute meeting agendas, meeting notes, and spreadsheets for O&M (Operations and Maintenance) manuals, spare parts, training, testing, and supporting documentation
  • Draft pre-construction meeting notices and agendas
  • Log and distribute project information and pre-construction submittals from project participants
  • Oversee and ensure contractor compliance with design documents, contract drawings, and specifications

Qualifications and Skills:

  • 3-5 years of experience, preferably in a consulting engineering environment in water and wastewater discipline, with a focus on utility design work including pipe, treatment plant, tank, and pump station design
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to conduct effective client presentations and prepare written reports
  • Experience working with Municipal clients
  • Progressive experience in planning, design, permitting, and construction administration of infrastructure improvements
  • Physical ability to perform work in the field
  • Detail-oriented team player with strong planning and organizational skills
  • High school graduation or recipient of a GED is required; graduation from a two/four-year college or technical school with an emphasis on civil engineering, construction, and water/wastewater management is preferred
  • Experience in water/wastewater facilities administration is required

Benefits and Perks:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage
  • 401(k) plan with matching contributions
  • Life/AD&D insurance
  • Short and Long-Term Disability coverage
  • Accident and Critical Illness coverage
  • Company-paid holidays and vacation

If you are an experienced Water/Wastewater Treatment Plant Construction Project Engineer looking for a challenging and rewarding career opportunity, we invite you to apply. Join our team and contribute to the successful completion of our construction projects.

J. Cumby Construction is proud to be an Equal Opportunity (EOE) Affirmative Action (AA) employer. We maintain a Drug-Free Workplace and are an E-Verify employer. Qualified minorities are encouraged to apply.

Salary Range Dependent on Experience (DOE)

Vacancy posted 1 day ago
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