What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Engineer position at NV5?
Overview
NV5 is a provider of engineering and consulting services to public and private sector clients, delivering solutions through six business verticals: Testing, Inspection & Consulting; Infrastructure; Utility Services; Environmental Health Sciences; Buildings & Program Management; and Geospatial Technology. With offices nationwide and abroad, NV5 helps clients plan, design, build, test, certify, and operate projects that improve the communities where we live and work.
As engineers, architects, construction/program managers, environmental professionals and beyond, we play a significant role in shaping our communities through the services we provide. We are looking for passionate, driven individuals to join our team focused on Delivering Solutions and Improving Lives.
The successful candidate should be a registered Civil Engineer in the State of New Mexico or can obtain within 6 months. Success in this position requires a person who can adapt to a variety of personalities and business conditions and can work within a multidiscipline team. The person must possess skills in problem solving, critical thinking, and must be steadfast in the execution of assigned duties. The person needs to be an effective leader and collaborator with an ability to manage a fleet of soil/concrete technicians, Special Inspectors and laboratory staff.
Responsibilities
- Direct, review and monitor work performed by the materials testing and inspection personnel.
- Review field and laboratory reports.
- Prepare cost estimates and proposals.
- Project Management: Manage projects from inception through completion and have primary responsibility for managing client expectations and ensuring that delivery meets expectations. Manage projects to meet client expectations for technical excellence, budget and schedule.
- Develop understanding and be aware of project-related risk. Be familiar with what could go wrong on a project and how to protect the Company. Be familiar with company risk policies.
- Participate in training and mentoring of staff.
- Conduct annual and interim performance reviews. Monitor and assess progress toward performance goals.
- Certifications: Assures that all accreditations and certifications of the laboratory and staff are maintained and up to date.
- With support from the Operation Manager, perform business and client development activities.
- With support from the Operation Manager, develop and manage employee staffing plans, recruitment, selection and on- boarding.
- With support from the Operation Manager, prepare and execute annual business plan for the specialty service groups.
- With support from the Operation Manager, oversee and manage the success of the key group metrics of revenue growth, staff chargeability, project billing and collections, and project profitability.
- Lead safety efforts for team and ensure team follows safety rules and guidelines. Responsible for creating and modeling a safe work environment; demonstrates safety practices. Promote pre-task planning for all projects.
Qualifications
- BS in civil engineering.
- A minimum of 4 years of relevant experience.
- Ability to work as part of a multi discipline team, think creatively and problem solve.
- Demonstrated experience with reviewing technical specifications and filed/laboratory reports.
- Extensive knowledge of building codes and construction industry standards.
- Experience with AASHTO, and ASTM test methods pertaining to construction materials including HMA, aggregate, soils, steel, masonry and concrete.
- Experience reviewing concrete/asphalt mix designs.
- Experience overseeing materials testing and inspections.
- Thorough understanding of accreditation policies for all relevant agencies including AMRL, CCRL, IAS, etc.
- Proficiency in computer applications including MS Office.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) and professional development/advancement opportunities.
NV5 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NV5 complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
