West Virginia Staffing
Engineering Specialist (Flex Staff)
West Virginia Staffing, Morgantown, West Virginia, United States, 26501
Engineering Specialist (Flex Staff)
CDM Smith is seeking engineers to support federal construction projects with agencies such as USACE, AFCEC, and NAVFAC. This is a pipeline requisition for future projects. The engineering specialist applies broad professional knowledge of engineering principles to solve complex technical challenges and ensure compliance with federal construction standards to meet specific client needs. Work is performed independently under limited supervision, requiring initiative, sound engineering judgement, and the ability to communicate effectively with a variety of stakeholders including contractors, government clients, and multidisciplinary project teams. Job duties include: Serve as the technical liaison between federal government client design branch, construction branch, and contractors. Review design submittals, shop drawings, specifications, RFIs, and technical reports for compliance with federal and client specific standards. Apply engineering principles and relevant codes across planning, investigation, design review, construction administration, and assessment of engineering procedures, structures, systems, and tools. Monitors progress and prepares technical reports and/or project status reports. Provide engineering judgment for field modifications, non-conformance issues, value engineering proposals, and constructability reviews. Complies with guidelines and regulations including permitting, safety protocols, environmental requirements, etc. and delivers technical files and other technical documentation as required. Assist in the development of cost estimates and supporting analysis in coordination with government cost estimators and contracting officers. Participate in pre-construction meetings, progress reviews, and project closeout/punchlist activities. Conduct or assist in quality assurance reviews to ensure compliance with contract requirements. Develops, trains, mentors junior engineering staff while guiding technical direction and best practices. Develop and maintain client relationships through responsive communication and strong technical support. Serves as a liaison with clients. Performs other duties as required. Minimum qualifications include: Bachelor's degree in engineering. At least 5 years of relevant experience. Domestic travel is required. Overseas travel is also possible. Preferred qualifications include: PE (Professional Engineer) license or RA (Registered Architect) is highly preferred. Construction Quality Management (CQM) for Contractors certificate. OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety. Federal or DoD project experience (NAVFAC, USACE, or Air Force CE) is highly desirable. Experience across vertical construction (buildings/facilities) and horizontal work (utilities, waterfronts, transportation, or airfields). Proficiency in interpreting design documents, specifications, and Unified Facilities Guide Specifications (UFGS). Skilled in project scheduling tools and coordination (Microsoft Project, Primavera P6). Strong knowledge of federal contracting standards (FAR/DFARS) and federal government design & construction processes across different divisions. CDM Smith is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Join us at CDM Smith where amazing career journeys unfold. Imagine a place committed to offering an unmatched employee experience. Where you work on projects that are meaningful to you. Where you play an active part in shaping your career journey. Where your co-workers are invested in you and your success. Where you are encouraged and supported to do your very best and given the tools and resources to do so. Where it's a priority that the company takes good care of you and your family. Our employees are the heart of our company. As an employer of choice, our goal is to provide a challenging, progressive and inclusive work environment which fosters personal leadership, career growth and development for every employee. We value passionate individuals who challenge the norm, deliver world-class solutions and bring diverse perspectives. Join our team, and together we will make a difference and change the world. Job site location: United States - Nationwide. Amount of travel required: 100%. Assignment category: Fulltime-Temporary.
CDM Smith is seeking engineers to support federal construction projects with agencies such as USACE, AFCEC, and NAVFAC. This is a pipeline requisition for future projects. The engineering specialist applies broad professional knowledge of engineering principles to solve complex technical challenges and ensure compliance with federal construction standards to meet specific client needs. Work is performed independently under limited supervision, requiring initiative, sound engineering judgement, and the ability to communicate effectively with a variety of stakeholders including contractors, government clients, and multidisciplinary project teams. Job duties include: Serve as the technical liaison between federal government client design branch, construction branch, and contractors. Review design submittals, shop drawings, specifications, RFIs, and technical reports for compliance with federal and client specific standards. Apply engineering principles and relevant codes across planning, investigation, design review, construction administration, and assessment of engineering procedures, structures, systems, and tools. Monitors progress and prepares technical reports and/or project status reports. Provide engineering judgment for field modifications, non-conformance issues, value engineering proposals, and constructability reviews. Complies with guidelines and regulations including permitting, safety protocols, environmental requirements, etc. and delivers technical files and other technical documentation as required. Assist in the development of cost estimates and supporting analysis in coordination with government cost estimators and contracting officers. Participate in pre-construction meetings, progress reviews, and project closeout/punchlist activities. Conduct or assist in quality assurance reviews to ensure compliance with contract requirements. Develops, trains, mentors junior engineering staff while guiding technical direction and best practices. Develop and maintain client relationships through responsive communication and strong technical support. Serves as a liaison with clients. Performs other duties as required. Minimum qualifications include: Bachelor's degree in engineering. At least 5 years of relevant experience. Domestic travel is required. Overseas travel is also possible. Preferred qualifications include: PE (Professional Engineer) license or RA (Registered Architect) is highly preferred. Construction Quality Management (CQM) for Contractors certificate. OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety. Federal or DoD project experience (NAVFAC, USACE, or Air Force CE) is highly desirable. Experience across vertical construction (buildings/facilities) and horizontal work (utilities, waterfronts, transportation, or airfields). Proficiency in interpreting design documents, specifications, and Unified Facilities Guide Specifications (UFGS). Skilled in project scheduling tools and coordination (Microsoft Project, Primavera P6). Strong knowledge of federal contracting standards (FAR/DFARS) and federal government design & construction processes across different divisions. CDM Smith is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, pregnancy related conditions, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Join us at CDM Smith where amazing career journeys unfold. Imagine a place committed to offering an unmatched employee experience. Where you work on projects that are meaningful to you. Where you play an active part in shaping your career journey. Where your co-workers are invested in you and your success. Where you are encouraged and supported to do your very best and given the tools and resources to do so. Where it's a priority that the company takes good care of you and your family. Our employees are the heart of our company. As an employer of choice, our goal is to provide a challenging, progressive and inclusive work environment which fosters personal leadership, career growth and development for every employee. We value passionate individuals who challenge the norm, deliver world-class solutions and bring diverse perspectives. Join our team, and together we will make a difference and change the world. Job site location: United States - Nationwide. Amount of travel required: 100%. Assignment category: Fulltime-Temporary.