Senior Project Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

MWH is a leading water and wastewater treatment-focused general contractor in the US with a rich history dating back to the 19th century. Fueled by the mission of Building a Better World , our teams are rapidly growing across the nation.

As a company committed to our team's well-being and growth, we offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for advancement, and the chance to contribute to a mission that shapes the future. Your expertise and ambition are valued here.

The work we do matters. The critical systems infrastructure we build changes lives, betters' communities, and improves ecosystems. If you're passionate about this, we want to hear from you!

About the Role

MWH is currently seeking a Senior Project Engineer to support both preconstruction and construction efforts on critical water, wastewater, and advanced water treatment plant projects for both municipal and industrial clients (including advanced technology sector clients) based out of Austin, Texas .

Essential Functions

Selected individuals will provide technical support to project management and project supervision staff to ensure construction work is performed efficiently, on schedule and in accordance with company policy and engineering standards.

• Assist with subcontractor procurement and management, package development, construction layout, material and equipment procurement, submittal review, manpower scheduling, quantity takeoffs, labor productivity reporting, document controls, material purchases, deliveries and inventory, and project controls.
• Perform ongoing quality inspections; verify all completed work complies with applicable permits, codes, drawings, and specifications.
• Prepare and disseminate all required documentation records such as materials and equipment submittals, status reports, sketches of work already completed, material requirement calculations, to supervisor.
• Prepare drawings and sketches to support construction work, temporary works, work method statements, change orders, and estimates.
• Prepare / facilitate and submit work method statements, ensure requisite approvals and permits are obtained prior to work commencement.
• Research resolutions to drawing interpretation problems, conflicts, interferences, and errors. Initiate RFI’s and follow through to resolution.
• Layout and provide necessary building control lines and elevations for accurate measurement and correct installation of materials.
• Establish and implement office procedures as they relate to the administration of construction contracts.
• Implement project controls for distribution and record keeping of correspondence, technical records, and other project documents.
• Review all incoming correspondence and initiate action on it, record minutes of the weekly and monthly project site meeting, review and process the Contractor’s pay applications, review of the project schedule, process RFI’s and produce weekly and monthly construction progress reports.
• Ensure project management systems are maintained up-to-date and accurate.
• Assist with review and analyze Contractor claims, prepare change orders, and manage claims and change order records.
• Assist estimating staff with quantity takeoffs and solicitation of subcontractors and material vendors.
• Work in a manner to ensure your personal safety and that of fellow employees but following the company health and safety guidelines and policies.
• Perform additional assignments per supervisor’s direction.

Basic Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Compensation

Benefits

MWH Constructors is a global project delivery company in heavy civil construction with a focus on water and wastewater treatment infrastructure. With the ultimate goal of delivering maximum value to clients and their local communities, MWH Constructors provides single-source, integrated design and construction services through a full range of project delivery methods. Incorporating industry-leading preconstruction and construction services, the Company’s multi-disciplined team of engineering and construction professionals delivers a wide range of projects, including new facilities, infrastructure improvement and expansion, and capital construction services.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

Please note that all positions require pre-employment screening, including drug and background check, as a condition of employment.

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