Lead Engineer
Flatiron Dragados USA, Inc.7 months ago
Detroit, Michigan, United States
On-site
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)
Job Description
Key Responsibilities
- Review project plans and proposals, then work with management to develop project objectives
- Identify project responsibilities by determining the phases and elements of the project
- Calculate time frames and sequence the stages of the project
- Manage subcontract administration and permanent material supplier through monitoring correspondence, issuing change orders, and preparing pay sheets
- Track quantities (material/labor) for payment and cost purposes
- Code daily labor, purchase orders, subcontractor invoices, costs, quantities, and actual expenditures for tracking in the cost system
- Calculate material/work quantity requirements (takeoffs) and monitor progress and percentage complete per work item
- Create or assist in weekly meeting agendas and deliver MPR, QF Reports, and Project Cash Flow
- Prepare and manage submittals & RFI’s and maintain documentation to support the company’s position for claims resolution
- Manage Permanent Material Acquisition (Inventory Upon Deliver, etc.)
- Manage extra work process, change orders, and claims management
- Develop and manage relationships with owners, subcontractors, consultants, and field personnel
- Support the project with all technical matters and determine outside assistance when needed
- Enforce safety and environmental policies
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an accredited institution
- Minimum 5 years’ civil engineering experience
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge & experience with scheduling software (i.e. Microsoft Project), Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Basic engineering knowledge in civil or a related field
- Familiarity with CAD and other PC software packages typically associated with engineering
- Organizational ability – able to plan, prioritize, organize, and monitor activities & projects
- Able to work well in a group environment and foster a team approach
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Required Skills
CAD
Safety Management
Cost Tracking
Scheduling
Team Leadership
Contract Management
Microsoft Project
Project Management
Civil Engineering
Subcontract Administration