Construction Engineer

Job description

Cube Root Corporation is a Certified Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE), a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and certified 8 (a) small business, headquartered in the heart of Washington, DC. We specialize in construction management, program and project planning, project management, program management, facilities management and engineering services.

Our passion is to provide professional advice to policy makers, developers, fellow engineers and others in facilities planning, design and construction. As a company and as individuals, we are committed to the highest ethical standards and hold ourselves accountable to our clients, but most importantly to the communities that depend on our work. We take on big challenges and are committed to seeing them through to a successful conclusion.
We are also proud of our commitment to expand opportunities for people in underrepresented communities.

We are seeking a highly motivated Construction Engineer - Joint and Adjacent Development to support and manage joint development, reimbursable, and adjacent construction projects within the Authority.
This role is responsible for planning, coordinating, reviewing, and overseeing construction activities performed by Owners, Developers, and Contractors (ODC) to ensure protection of Authority facilities and compliance with established standards.
The ideal candidate brings strong technical expertise, project management experience, and the ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities
• Review and analyze construction plans and documents for proximity and impact to Authority facilities.
• Retrieve and evaluate as-built documentation using internal databases and mapping systems.
• Prepare Impact Evaluation Forms and provide coordination guidance to external project teams.
• Lead design review meetings and coordinate multidisciplinary subject matter expert (SME) reviews.
• Provide guidance on design criteria, standards, specifications, and compliance requirements.
• Develop time and cost estimates for Authority support services.
• Prepare letters of agreement, MOUs, funding invoices, and related documentation.
• Coordinate contractor badging and Roadway Worker Protection (RWP) training requirements.
• Facilitate site visits, surveys, and Site Specific Work Plan (SSWP) approvals.
• Monitor construction activities to ensure compliance and minimize operational impacts.
• Enter track rights, prepare Switching Orders, and arrange necessary crew support.
• Attend project progress meetings and resolve construction-related issues.
• Maintain accurate financial tracking, project documentation, and weekly activity reports.
• Ensure proper project closeout, including as-builts, warranties, surveys, and financial reconciliation.

Required Qualifications
Education
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
OR
• High School Diploma/GED with four (4) years of construction field or management experience
Experience
• Minimum seven (7) years of construction field or project management experience
• Experience reviewing and managing development or adjacent construction projects
• Experience coordinating with multiple stakeholders and technical disciplines

Required Certification
• Roadway Worker Protection (RWP) Level 2 certification within three (3) months of hire

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to analyze technical drawings and contract documents
• Strong project planning, organization, and time management skills
• Ability to identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies
• Effective problem-solving and root-cause analysis skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Preferred Qualifications
• Experience with transit-oriented development or infrastructure projects
• Familiarity with GIS platforms, construction document management systems, and mapping tools
• Experience working in rail or transportation environments

Compensation and Benefits
• Competitive compensation and benefits package, including:
o Medical, dental, and vision insurance
o Short-term and long-term disability
o Life/AD&D insurance
o 401(k) retirement plan
o Paid time off
• Excellent career growth opportunities.

Equal Opportunity Statement
Cube Root Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE AA M/F/VET/DISABILITY). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:
• FMLA
• EEO
• EPPA
• OFCCP Supplement
Pursuant to subsection 1103.2 through 1103.10 of Mayor's Order 85-85; "Equal Employment Opportunity Requirements in Contracts."