Construction Engineer

Job Title

Construction Engineer

Berryville, VA

60K/year - 75K/year (Based on experience)

We are currently seeking a Construction Engineer to join our Wagman Geotechnical Services Team.

• Initiate and develop detailed work plans for specific crews with Field Supervision to ensure work is completed safely and timely with a high degree of quality.
• Implement and monitor the work plans in the field with Field Supervision, Subcontractors, Vendors, Inspectors, and Craft.
• Submit final work plan to Project Manager for final approval prior to performing the work.
• Responsible for building 3-week schedules for crews and updating on a weekly basis.
• Provide the Project Manager with accurate CPM schedule updates to meet project requirements.
• Assist Project Manager in coordinating the work with Owner’s Design Engineers, Inspection staff, Subcontractors, Vendors, Haulers, and Regulatory Agencies.

• Confirm receipt of materials and services with invoicing from vendors and subcontractors through OnBase invoice coding.
• Review timecards in Heavy Job for accuracy for all labor and equipment hours and ensure correct cost codes are being utilized.
• Order materials / tools required as related to specific crews.

• Assist Project Manager with all administrative requirements within Wagman internal processes.
• Assist the Project Manager review and approve shop drawings, draft RFIs, and maintain submittal log.
• Provide technical support and interpretation to company supervisors and subcontractors through the ability to read and understand complex construction plans to ensure work complies with all engineering standards, codes, specifications, and design instructions.
• Understands and assists with Project Quality Control Plan.
• Monitors all work for compliance with the Project Site Specific Safety Plan and the Wagman Environmental-Health and Safety Plan.
• Monitors Field production rates for in-place work daily to ensure bid productions are attained.
• Reviews, analyzes and resolves field construction problems, plan discrepancies or plan errors and omissions.
• Provides Project Manager with daily quantities specific to Contract Items to ensure accurate payment from the Owner.
• Reconciles monthly Pay Estimate with the Project Manager.
• Assists Project Manager in initiating and developing a detailed Utility Matrix project-wide and continuing updates for new and relocated utilities.
• Assists Project Manager organize and maintain contract documents and Shop Drawings through a detailed Document Control policy.
• Assists Project Manager with Final Quantities and Project close out including all required “as-built plans”.
• Performs QA/QC testing functions such as pile load tests, soil nail verification and proof tests, and tie-back testing and lock-off.

• Able to lift up to 30 pounds from ground level to waist level.
• Able to bend, squat and kneel occasionally throughout a scheduled work shift.
• Able to climb ladders, if required.
• Continuous standing and walking required while outside.
• Able to perform simple grasping and fine manipulation tasks with both hands.
• Working outdoors in wet, muddy, cold, hot, and humid weather may occur during site visits.
• Acceptable corrected vision (in both eyes) and acceptable corrected hearing required.

Bachelor’s Degree in Structural Engineering is preferred (with emphasis on Heavy Structural, Civil Roadway, and Geotechnical Foundations).

0-4 years of experience specific to the position and geotechnical engineering, including testing, inspection, scheduling, quantity reporting, material purchasing, construction specifications, working knowledge of construction equipment, drawings, and coordinating subcontractors. Prefer experience with geotechnical engineering and foundations.

• Proficient in Word, Excel, Heavy Job, Heavy Bid, Viewpoint, OnBase, CAD.
• Maintain a valid driver's license.
• Ability to communicate in English both written and verbally.
• Knowledgeable in construction equipment and the ability to read and understand complex construction plans.

• Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Healthcare and Dependent Care
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Wellness Programs that include Orthopedic Care
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Matching Contribution
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Adoption Assistance
• 8 paid holidays
• Paid Time Off

Wagman is a proud EEO/AA employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.