Construction Engineer - #2892

Job Description

Job Description

What We Offer:

Our excellent salary and benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability coverage, education reimbursement, 401(k), performance bonuses, and an employee stock program. Employee Resource Groups and Programs offered include the Young Professionals Group, Women at Wade Trim, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Professional Development, Leadership Development, Mentor Program, Sustainability Program, and Wellness Program.

Position Description:

We are looking for a Construction Engineer to join our construction team in our Taylor or Detroit office. Candidate must have a Bachelors in Civil or Construction Engineering, a PE license, at least 10 years of experience, and and GLWA experience is preferred . Candidate must also have a valid driver's license.

• Interpret project plans and specifications
• Review design plans and documents for constructability
• Monitor construction activities and resolve field issues
• Maintain project files and record drawings
• Provide inspectors and field with guidance and field files on project-specific tasks
• Facilitate on-site observations, inspections, and material testing as needed
• Complete contract change orders and field bulletins
• Track and assist the Design Engineer in shop drawing review
• Review and respond to contractor claims, requests for information, and field issues
• Develop and complete applications, permits, engineering reports, and specifications
• Review and approve payment applications
• Prepare and review engineer estimates
• Monitor task budget, progress, and promote sales 
• Prepare project status and other reports
• Communicate project details with the owner, contractors, inspectors, and other engineers
• Conduct cost reviews and perform research and development for projects 
• Review scope, budget and schedule of new jobs
• Assist with proposals, marketing, project reports, and technical presentations
• Attend and/or conduct various meetings including client, project, pre-design, pre-construction, professional organization, staff, seminars, and/or training classes, etc. 
• Maintain excellent client relations 
• Maintain a safe working environment

• Bachelors in Civil or Construction Engineering
• PE License

• This individual must have strong interpersonal and management skills, excellent written and verbal communication abilities

• Working knowledge of local, state, and federal construction standards and procedures

About Wade Trim:

Wade Trim is committed to maximizing the value of infrastructure investments. We’ve been solving complex engineering challenges for a century. We customize our work approach to fit each project using a collaborative, friendly style to deliver solutions our clients can stand behind.

Our supportive culture recognizes and strives to fulfill collective client, company, and individual needs. Mentoring and building skills of Wade Trim staff is a priority. Frequent interaction among staff is encouraged, company leadership is easily accessible, and opportunities are provided for staff to help shape the firm’s future through strategic planning.

To solve our clients’ toughest challenges, we’ve devoted ourselves to delivering innovative solutions. Our Office of Applied Technology (OAT) is dedicated to seeking new technologies or ways to apply existing technologies to enhance value to our clients and positively impact communities. All staff are encouraged to share ideas and suggestions for innovative technologies or processes to adopt. This open-minded approach enables us to advance technology, foster innovation, and stay ahead of our clients’ needs.

Wade Trim’s success is shared by the employees that make it happen. Since our beginning, our firm has been 100% employee owned. This cultivates an ownership mindset that benefits our work approach, collaborative culture, and ability to deliver client solutions. We believe employee ownership drives the sustainability and growth of our firm and provides all our employees with opportunities for financial success.

If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career in a friendly environment, please submit your resume by visiting the Careers section of our website at

Wade Trim does not accept unsolicited resumes, candidate profiles, or CVs from third-party recruiters or employment agencies. Any submission made without a valid, signed agreement and an approved engagement request from Wade Trim’s People Services Team will be considered the property of Wade Trim. Wade Trim reserves the right to pursue and hire any candidate submitted through unsolicited means without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. A valid agreement can only be signed by the Director of People Services. Resumes or candidate profiles submitted at the request of a Wade Trim employee who is not authorized by the People Services team do not constitute a valid engagement. Recruiters and agencies must have a current, written agreement authorized by the Director of People Services to be considered an approved vendor.

Wade Trim is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.