Office Engineer

Position Overview

This field level office position supports construction projects for the Maryland Transportation Authority at the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Facility.
The role involves assisting with contract management, scheduling, document processing, and communication with various stakeholders,
ensuring efficient administration and project record-keeping under the supervision of an engineer or senior technical staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in managing numerous contracts for the Maryland Transportation Authority
• Establish cost, schedule, and performance baselines for contracts
• Review and approve Inspector's Daily Reports in the Electronic Maryland Construction Management System (eMCMS)
• Communicate contract progress and issues through monthly progress meetings
• Approve and process monthly invoices for services, time, and materials
• Track contract status to ensure compliance with contract documents
• Implement best practices for tracking and managing contract change orders
• Estimate future pay-outs based on the progression of work
• Review and track Quality Control forms for specific operations
• Maintain organized project records including schedules, resources, and materials
• Coordinate construction correspondence and work closely with management, contractors, state inspectors, and support staff

Required Qualifications

• Valid driver's license and clean driving record
• GED or High School diploma
• 2 - 4 years of related experience preferred
• Excellent English language skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to work independently with minimal guidance
• Detail-oriented, organized, and skilled at multitasking
• Strong communication skills to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels
• Positive attitude toward continuous process improvement
• Proficiency with Microsoft Windows/Office and familiarity with PDF software
• Understanding of construction projects and document control systems (eMCMS, ProjectSolve) is a plus

Benefits & Perks

• Compensation: $19.24/hr. to $26.26/hr. (Actual compensation dependent on education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location)