Construction Engineer

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of relevant exempt experience

• ABET-accredited engineering bachelor’s degree (required by Newport News Shipbuilding) or related BS in Construction Engineering, Project Management, Construction Management, or relevant Construction field

• Proven experience planning, designing, and delivering new or expanded facilities (industrial/commercial)

• Track record preparing architectural/engineering packages: scopes, drawings, specifications, estimates, and schedules

• Experience with contractor prequalification, selection, and oversight

• Proficiency in construction surveillance and adherence to contractual, quality, and safety requirements

• Competence in project controls: budgeting, forecasting, progress tracking, and pay application approvals

• Willingness to work in Newport News, VA with periodic travel to Charleston, SC; continuous collaboration with remote-site stakeholders

Preferred Skills

• Development of High Level Feasibility Estimates (HLFEs) and option analyses

• Risk assessment, mitigation planning, and critical path schedule management

• Constructability reviews and performance-based design criteria

• Commissioning planning and execution; turnover/close-out documentation

• Lifecycle Asset Management (LCAM) planning and standards

• Familiarity with applicable building codes and industrial facility standards

• Proficiency with project management and CAD tools

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and oversee construction for capital infrastructure projects from concept through final inspection

• Prepare functional studies, cost estimates, construction plans, specifications, and integrated schedules

• Lead development of project charters and execution plans covering justification, scope, deliverables, risks, budget, and schedule

• Coordinate with design agents, technical experts, and stakeholders to ensure performance goals and constructability objectives

• Obtain, manage, and supervise outside contractors; enforce quality and technical specification compliance

• Conduct construction surveillance to verify contractual requirements and progress

• Manage financials including budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and contractor payment approvals

• Drive commissioning, turnover, LCAM handoff, and project close-out with complete documentation

• Provide engineering consulting services to local and divisional offices and support multi-site alignment

Pay Details: $31.00 to $42.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

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