Project Engineer 3
Project Engineer 3
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Job Description
GAI Consultants Inc. is seeking a Project Engineer 3to provide project support for power generation construction. The position is based out of our Pittsburgh PA office and will predominantly work in the PA WV and OH regions at various power generation client project sites. Initial project support is for structural repair inspection of a cooling tower located within a power generation facility in Moundsville WV.
Essential Duties Include:
- Perform routine inspections checks tests and sampling procedures for power generation construction inspection.
- Applicants must be willing to travel to the regions serviced with infrequent project support at sites further away. Lodging (hotel) will be provided. This position is primarily field-oriented and location will vary by project support requirements.
- Inspection areas include foundation inspection structural repair inspection concrete placement inspection and quality control testing.
- Perform concrete and cementitious mortar field testing with the possibility of further training to assist with laboratory compressive strength testing.
- Follow quality control requirements and well-defined criteria using inspection tools and devices. Perform audits to ensure standards of quality are maintained.
- Accurately document the results of the inspections testing and quality control checks.
- Coordinate calibration of test equipment tools and devices.
- Assist in the writing and updating of inspection procedures protocols and checklists.
- Interpret prints drawings and schematics.
- Interpret project specifications and be familiar with schedule and frequency of required samples and tests.
- Applicants must be able to perform inspection and testing duties at elevated work sites. Initial project support is located on scaffolding platforms up to 300 feet above ground. Access is by personnel lift and/or crane basket. Some climbing of ladders may be required.
- American Concrete Institute (ACI) Concrete Testing Technician Grade 1 certification is required for initial project support. Certification may be scheduled at time of hiring. Additional ACI certifications preferred include Shotcrete Inspector and Compressive Strength Testing Technician Grade 1.
- Proof of required certifications will need to be provided once obtained
Travel Requirements:
- 80% - Travel for construction projects within Pennsylvania West Virigina and Ohio
General Characteristics
- Applies thorough knowledge of current principles and practices of engineering related to the variety of aspects affecting their organization.
- Applies progressively acquired expertise to resolve crucial issues and/or unique conditions.
- Keeps informed of new methods and developments affecting their practice and recommends new practices or changes in emphasis of projects.
- Leads projects of moderate complexity and scope or leads a major project.
- Analyzes complex problems across specialty areas appropriate to the practice of engineering.
- Analyzes ethical dilemmas to determine appropriate courses of action.
Minimum Years of Experience
- 14 Years of Experience
Education
- B.S. or M.S. Engineering
Certification/Licensure
- Professional Engineer (P.E.) License reciprocity in multiple states.
- Drivers License
Technical Responsibilities
- Predominantly serves as the technical advisor in the application of advanced concepts and methods in an assigned area.
- Keeps informed of new developments and requirements affecting the practice for the purpose of recommending changes in projects or applications.
- Predominantly develops new techniques and/or improved processes materials or products.
Project and Task Management
- Oversees a project team of engineers and technicians.
- Plans schedules and coordinates the preparation of documents or activities for multiple major projects.
- Analyzes project management plans for complex engineering projects.
- Understands project delivery uncertainties and uses risk management principles to address them.
- Reviews operational procedures to ensure compliance with applicable policies and performance measures.
Management Responsibility
- Receives administrative supervision with assignments given in terms of broad general objectives and limits.
- Mentors senior staff.
- Integrates professional attitudes relevant to the practice of engineering and fosters creativity curiosity flexibility and dependability in staff.
Communication Skills
- Applies principles of formal strategic and persuasive communications.
- Represents their area of specialty within the organization and liaises with related individuals and organizations.
- Routinely interacts with organizational leaders clients officials contractors and others.
- Integrates concepts of effective teamwork and leadership.
Why GAI
At GAI exceptional people have an exceptional place to workgrowleadand achieve. Explore an array of opportunities in locations across the U.S. and join accomplished colleagues in tackling challenging projects for a range of markets. Enjoy comprehensive benefits and feel good about being part of acollaborativeteam thats committed to supporting the communities we serve. Join GAI and distinguish yourself in a company poised for unlimited growth.
Benefits To Working at GAI Include:
- Competitive salary -GAI is committed to paying market-based salaries
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical vision dentalcompanypaidLong Term Disability andShort-TermDisability(benefits start within 30 days of hire)
- NewpaidMaternity/Paternity/Adoption program
- Generous Paid Time Offand7 paid holidays
- 401k company match
- Tuition Reimbursement
Employment Type
Full-Time