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Dragados USA, Inc.

Project Engineer - 203

Dragados USA, Inc., Norfolk, Virginia, United States, 23500


Description

Founded in 1941, Dragados is a primary construction arm of ACS Group, consistently ranked first overall on the Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 250 International Contractors List. Dragados is an industry leader in delivering all types of major infrastructure projects and has a proven track record of completing some of the largest, most complex, and first-of-their kind projects in the U.S. and across the globe. In North America alone, Dragados has experience delivering more than $40 billion worth of major infrastructure projects within the last 10 years and is currently ranked #5 in transportation and #31 overall on ENR’s 2022 Top 400 Contractors list.

The Hampton Roads Connector Partners JV (HRCP) consisting of VINCI Construction, Dragados, and Flatiron has been selected to construct the $3.3BN Design Build project –the largest civil construction contract ever awarded by the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT).

The project scope across a 9-mile section of the I-64 will include: a new 3.5-mile bridge-tunnel crossing that will accommodate a total of 8 lanes of capacity across the water, replacement of the existing marine approach bridges and the addition of a third lane on I-64 in each direction. The twin 45 diameter 1.5-mile tunnels will be bored by TBM, creating the second largest TBM tunnel opening for a TBM in North America.Responsibilities:Provides technical input for project work plan and scheduling, identifying risk elements of production, materials, equipment, or processes that could negatively impact the budget or schedule.Assists in the production and review of shop drawings, design specifications, material requirements, and project data to ensure quality and contract specification compliance.Assists the development of design drawings and provides technical input as needed.Meets with the engineering team to review the production schedule and confirm all materials, equipment, and resources are readily available for production to continue on schedule and within budget.Evaluates weekly and monthly production, schedule, and budget projections to accurately track project performance. Documents daily activities in project-approved methods and technologies.Reviews project schedule updates weekly for owner and management reporting. Attends weekly regular meetings where required and presents on project production status.Prepares and manages a three-week work plan. Notifies engineering and project management of any significant schedule changes and develops solutions to mitigate delays and costs.Initiates and manages Requests for Information (RFIs) as needed.Remits accurate project quantities using assigned project cost coding to ensure project financials are accurately reported. In collaboration with the project accounting team, oversees invoices regarding materials, equipment, and subcontractor costs.Supports the engineering team with quality assurance as needed. Reviews certificates and permits needed to perform work.Reviews required Job Hazard Analysis (JHAs) to ensure a safe and compliant work environment for all construction personnel. Participates in all weekly safety meetings with the field team and project leadership; presents field analysis as needed.Assists the project team with project schedule, budget, and cost parameters by providing technical input as needed.Coordinates subcontractor work methods, schedule, and crews as needed.Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Construction Management. Civil Engineering preferred.Minimum 4 years of construction engineering experience required.Structures experience highly preferred.Proven skill and ability in managing and providing technical input to engineering teams in a design-build environment, setting clear expectations and delegating tasks to direct reports regarding roles and responsibilities as required.Advanced planning and scheduling skills required.Able to manage multiple engineering tasks in a fast-paced environment and progress them all towards a common goal.Advanced knowledge of contract specifications and quality assurance practices.Able to identify budget and project costs and recommend options to mitigate project delays.Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills.Strong knowledge of financial reporting methods, quantity tracking methods, and cost coding.Able to drive direct reports and influence non-reporting teams towards a common deliverable.Able to identify and implement growth opportunities in direct reports to build talent development within the project team.Ability to assume responsibility, interface, and communicate effectively with others.This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise; employment in this job is an “at will” employment relationship.Dragados USA Inc is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

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