Construction Engineer Inspector 4

Overview

TranSystems has completed a strategic merger with Gannett Fleming to create a best-in-class organization (Gannett Fleming TranSystems) with approximately $1.3 billion in revenue and a highly skilled workforce of more than 5,000 employees. Both companies are recognized as top 20 providers on the Engineering News-Record (“ENR”) rankings for transportation design services. We are committed to building strong relationships with our clients, partners, and communities, because we believe we can go farther together. The transaction not only enhances our transportation expertise and reach, but it expands offerings across the water, environmental, and power markets. Interested in joining our team? We’re looking for top talent to grow with our firm. This is a great time to join Gannett Fleming TranSystems! Responsibilities What you'll be challenged to do : Gannett Fleming TranSystems is seeking a Construction Engineer to support a variety of projects in the Midwest region. This position will be based out of our Kansas City, MO office. The ideal candidate will have significant experience and demonstrated technical excellence in transportation engineering. This position is with our Midwest Construction Services team. A candidate for this position should have strong listening and communication skills with the ability to develop strategies and present concepts and ideas to clients that relay a clear message. Additionally, we are seeking someone with strong leadership skills, is a team player, and takes ownership of their work. The primary types of projects the candidate will be assigned include : Serve as an expert on construction engineering inspection (CEI) services. This might evolve into leading a team of construction inspectors. This would start as a Midwest role and could potentially grow into a national role within the company. Act as a Project Manager or Senior Project Engineer for CEI projects, including responsibility for the budget and task results. Review project pursuit proposals for improvements in CEI and innovations and provide input to enhance project approach and the overall deliverable. Provide team leadership. Plan, organize, and supervise the work of a staff of engineers and technicians. Responsible for client satisfaction, including serving on and Client Service Teams. Oversee discretionary grant applications and planning studies. Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing professional networks; participating in professional societies. These activities can be accomplished in person or virtually, if needed. Communication – Speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listen and seek clarification; Demonstrate strong and polished presentation skills; Participate in meetings; Write clearly and informatively; Present data effectively. Quality – Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness; Look for ways to improve and promote high quality. Qualifications What you bring to our firm : Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from an accredited university. Licensed Professional Engineer in Missouri. At least 15 years of transportation engineering experience. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format. Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and / or Boards of Directors. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables. Demonstrate creativity, foresight and strong engineering judgment in anticipating and solving unprecedented engineering concerns. Actively engage multiple perspectives when solving issues, seek to learn from peers, and encourage reciprocal learning among team members. Actively advocate for full inclusion in the workplace and foster an environment that welcomes diversity and values equity for all employees, partners, clients, and the communities that Gannett Fleming TranSystems serves. What we’d prefer for you to bring to our firm : At least 15 years of experience, including project management. Experience working with MoDOT, KDOT, and Midwest municipalities. Featured Benefits : Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment Comprehensive health benefits package including wellness, parental & caregiver leave, and employer paid life insurance, AD&D, and STD. 401(k) company match. Competitive vacation accrual and holiday pay. Work Environment : The work environment and physical demands described here are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, however, construction and field assignments can be severe (construction equipment, jack hammers, etc). While performing the duties of this job the employee frequently is required to stand, walk, talk or hear, and drive a car. The employee is occasionally required climb or balance, stoop, kneel, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and / or move 10-25 pounds. No experience required. Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screening, criminal / civil background check, and motor vehicle records search. Gannett-Fleming / TranSystems is proud to be an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer and ensures nondiscrimination and equal employment opportunity in all programs and activities in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, age, national origin, pregnancy status, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status, disability, protected Veteran status or any other status protected by law. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, we will hire only U.S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States (if the position is or will be one which is subject to U.S. law).