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RailWorks

Track Project Engineer

RailWorks, Dayton, Ohio, United States, 45444

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Benefits Offering RailWorks is committed to helping our employees live better lives. We offer comprehensive benefits packages to eligible employees, including competitive pay, medical, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, and additional performance incentives.

Compensation $130000 - $190000 / year

Position Summary The Project Engineer plans, develops, manages, and coordinates engineering activities for construction projects.

Primary/Essential Responsibilities and Duties

Manages project engineering activities to ensure they comply with company and contract requirements and support overall construction schedule

Supports the development, updating, and approval of construction schedules

Provides technical support for construction efforts including design interpretation, application of construction methods, resolution and documentation of design conflicts and constructability reviews

Interfaces with all on-site departments to resolve problems and to ensure quality of construction, project safety, and adherence to project specifications, in support of overall project schedule

Supervises field layout and surveying activities

Observes workflow, anticipates any potential schedule changes, and coordinates with superintendents on delivery of materials and staying on schedule

Reviews change order drawings and specifications; develops, tracks and negotiates proposals and change orders

Assists in preparation of bids, including assisting with take-offs, requests for pricing, project set up, quality control, design reviews and other related tasks

Reviews, analyzes, and resolves field construction problems and discrepancies

Advises the Project Manager of serious schedule conflicts and problems, and works with field supervision to resolve schedule conflicts

Analyzes permanent material requirements, solicits quotations, and prepares formal purchase agreements

Develops requirements for specialized equipment and works with vendors to obtain customized equipment.

Supports/assists with monitoring and forecasting of project costs and revenues; assists with development of new methods to improve costs

Develops, implements, and administers project engineering procedures and other work controlling documents

Handles business correspondence, billing, and financial reporting.

Required Skills and Qualifications

A minimum of 3 years of construction industry engineering experience

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction or Project Management; an advanced degree is a plus (In lieu of a degree, extensive experience in the military, railroad/construction, or related field will be considered)

Solid knowledge of surveying, equipment applications, and overall engineering is essential

Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions

Ability to read and comprehend plans and specifications, and to comprehend and recognize safety standards and issues

Knowledge of general contract and subcontract documents

Strong verbal and written communication skills and presentation skills

The ability to effectively interact with both customers and employees

The ability to work independently as well as operate successfully as part of a collaborative team

The ability to successfully execute decisions

The ability to grasp facts, processes, and procedures quickly in a rapidly changing environment

Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Works outdoors at construction sites as well as indoors

Frequently stands, walks, climbs, balances, stoops, and crouches while negotiating work areas under construction

Sits, reads, writes, and uses a computer keyboard

May be exposed to harsh weather conditions including very hot and very cold weather

May be exposed to loud noise

Footer - EEO RailWorks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment with RailWorks without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

This job description is not intended to represent a complete, comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities that may be required in this position. There may be unplanned activities and other duties as assigned.

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