Office Engineer 1 Civil Date: Oct 14, 2022 Location: Charlotte, NC, US Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies At Black & Veatch, our employee-owners go beyond the project. For over a century, we have been breaking down social, economic and geographic barriers by making life's critical resources accessible to all. Working with us, you will help provide critical expertise as we, along with our valued clients, deliver solutions that positively impact communities around the world. Our professionals are our greatest asset, and we believe nothing is more important than the health, happiness and professional growth of our employee-owners. With a focus on flexible work-life balance options, an expanding and diverse workforce, and limitless career growth opportunities, we will give you our best to help yougive us your best, and together we can build a world of difference. Req Id : 82361 Opportunity Type : Staff Relocation eligible : No Full time/Part time : Full-Time Contract Hire Only for this Project : No Job Summary By joining our BV Construction group, you will have the ability to develop and enhance your skills in an on-site, hands-on environment. We are committed to providing our construction professionals with expert training, career development, and career enhancement to allow for continuous professional development. Our management is committed to the latest advances in technology, above class support and sustainability to bring our clients the best service in safety, quality, and final product. Functions in our group include safety, project field management, construction management, quality control, start up and decommissioning and field engineering. Incumbent will be responsible for coordination of the construction on large water/wastewater facility projects for municipal utilities. Initial assignment will be focused on resident engineer responsibilities as engineer's site representative on design-bid-build construction contracts. Key Responsibilities + Observe and document the work of the construction contractor. This includes management of all project correspondence (incoming and outgoing) including but not limited to oral and written communications, RFIs, field directives, clarification letters, submittals, change orders, and progress payments. + Verify the project is constructed in accordance with approved plans, specifications, submittals, and schedule. + Daily personal interactions with clients, design engineers, property owners, contractors and subcontractors, specialty inspectors, and authorities having jurisdiction on the project. + Coordinate with owner for construction contractor's operations and scheduling of utility activities that affect owner's onsite operation and with engineer and owner for start-up and commissioning activities. + Monitor changes of apparent integrity of the site, such as differing subsurface and physical conditions, existing structures, and site-related utilities when such utilities are exposed. + Observe field tests of equipment, structures, and piping, and review the resulting reports, commenting to engineer, as appropriate. + Participate in preconstruction conferences and coordinate/conduct monthly progress and other necessary meetings with contractors, clients, and staff. + Develop project reports as defined by the Black & Veatch scope of work. Preferred Qualifications + Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering. + 0-1 year of work experience in construction, engineering or heavy industry. + Preferred Skills: + Knowledge of construction technology and constructability + Knowledge of project controls + Administrative policies and procedures + Construction Project Management Information Systems (PMIS) + Conceptual planning ability + Conflict management skills + Multi-tasking ability (prioritize, organize, schedule work) + Problem solving skills (identify, analyze, research, evaluate, resolve) + Communication and meeting skills + Time reporting systems + Expense reporting policies and procedures Minimum Qualifications Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering from either an ABET accredited program in the USA or an engineering program, offered by a foreign institution, accepted as valid in the home country or the country in which the individual is practicing. 0 to 1 year construction management experience in similar facility construction. 1 to 2 years design experience required. All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations. Work Environment/Physical Demands Physical Demands: • Lift and carry heavy items weighing up to 50 pounds. • Stand, Kneel, Bend, Stoop, Move, and Walk long distances in and around confined, cluttered places, and uneven areas. • See and hear naturally or with correction. • Full range of motion and flexibility consistent with requirements of the job duties. • Requires using hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls according to a set procedure. • Requires repetitive movement. • May require work above 5 feet in height. • Climb and maintain balance on steel framework, stairs, ladders and scaffolds. • Work up to a 12 hour shift doing hard physical labor in varying temperature extremes and other outside conditions. Work Environment: • Typical construction site environment: • Requires working in cramped work spaces and getting into awkward positions. • Requires working in very hot (above 90 F degrees) or very cold (below 32F degrees) temperatures and exposure to inclement weather such as dust, wind, snow, rain, etc. • Requires working in extremely bright or low lighting conditions • Includes exposure to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable. • Work around hazardous equipment. • Typical office environment. • This position is considered a safety sensitive position. Competencies Salary Plan CNS: Construction Services Job Grade 004 Black & Veatch Holding Company, its subsidiaries and its affiliated companies, complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) affirmative action laws and regulations. Black & Veatch does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender Identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status or other status protected by law. Black & Veatch is committed to being an employer of choice by creating a valuable work experience that keeps our people engaged, productive, safe and healthy. We offer professionals an array of health and welfare benefits that vary based on their geographic region and employment status. This may include health, life accident and disability insurances, paid time off, financial programs and more. Professionals may also be eligible for a performance-based bonus program. By valuing diverse voices and perspectives, we cultivate an authentically inclusive environment for professionals and are able to provide innovative and effective solutions for clients. 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