Civil Project Engineer

Role: Civil Project Engineer

Location: Austin TX

Type: Contract (Possible for extension or hire)

Responsibilities:

• Interface with Engineering Construction Management Quality Commissioning and other supporting functions in order to verify infrastructure designs and construction scopes of work are consistent with internal company specifications & standards and code / country requirements.
• Plan / coordinate system commissioning activities with Construction Managers and Quality / Commissioning team.
• Liaison between Engineering Program Managers Engineers Construction Managers and Superintendents.
• Owns team communications & reporting.
• Determine project specifications and acquire the necessary materials for completion including drawing take-offs ROM estimates & initiate material procurement with Client Procurement team.
• Develop scope and define parameters for project execution in conjunction with Construction Managers.
• Owns RFI/Submittal Logs & establishes priorities.
• Initiates & tracks workflows (submittal approvals).
• Identify field installation discrepancies / issues and escalate to Construction Management team / Engineers.
• Reviews Schedules for accuracy & verifies field team updates & look aheads.
• Coordinate internal and external engineering findings to de-risk plant design and optimize plant operations and availability.

Requirements:

• Bachelors Degree in Construction Management Civil or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent relevant experience.
• 5-7 years in construction environment in a mix of engineering and project roles primarily focused on Site Development and Civil Infrastructure Underground Utilities.
• Evidence of exceptional ability including a strong understanding of engineering fundamentals and demonstrated ability to leverage this understanding to solve challenging technical problems.
• Ability to work and communicate cross-functionally including interfacing with suppliers and third-party firms.
• Proven ability to operate under pressure while managing multiple priorities simultaneously. Must be able to work in a fast paced environment occasionally requiring extended hours.
• Excellent computer skills & comprehension of MS Office Primavera and/or Autodesk products.
• Strong written & verbal communication skills Will be tasked with highly confidential and sensitive information
• Ability to identify issues and develop corrective measures to resolve.
• Detail oriented with strong record-keeping and organizational skills