Shepherd Search Group is partnered with Ballard Marine Construction to recruit Construction Project Engineers for positions in Bradenton, FL and Greenville, SC.
Please contact Stephanie Shimek if you are interested in considering this opportunity or would like to recommend other professionals to be considered via steph@shepherdsg.com or 530-470-2985.
Job Summary:
The Project Engineer will perform engineering duties in planning, designing, and overseeing construction activities. They are the senior Engineer on-site and have the authority to make decisions and change plans.
Responsibilities:
- Review project proposals and plans to determine the time frame, funding limitations, procedures, project staffing requirements, and allotment of available resources.
- Confer with project staff to outline work plans and to assign duties, responsibilities, and scope of authority.
- Direct and coordinate activities of project personnel to ensure the project progresses on schedule and within the prescribed budget.
- Review status reports for management, clients, and others.
- Plan and design temporary structures, following construction and government standards, using design software, and drawing tools.
- Coordinate project activities with Ballard personnel, subcontractors, and joint venture partners.
- Assist with the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the project, including safety, performance, budget, scheduling, equipment management, and quality.
- Develop and maintain resource-loaded project schedules.
- Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.
- Work with, and be part of, the estimating departments during project procurement phases.
- Act as a Quality Control/Quality Assurance representative as required.
- May act as Ballard’s lead representative in the absence of the Project Manager.
- Organize and manage subcontractors.
Requirements:
Core Attributes:
- Grit and Resiliency – Digs deep to figure out how to make things happen no matter how impossible it seems. Never gives up. Takes on challenges that nobody else can or will.
- Comradery and Inspirational – Relishes being part of a hard-working team of likeminded individuals working toward a common goal. Regularly celebrates wins and likes to have fun whether at work or at play. Looks for ways to instill life and energy into the world around them.
- Driven and Competitive – Loves competition. Loves to win and loves to learn when they lose. Not getting the job done is not an option. Obsessed to do their best and does what it takes to win.
- Trustworthy and Respectful – Passionate about honesty, authenticity, and transparency. No lies. No drama. No politics. Values constructive conflict and ensures that even in conflict they treat others with respect.
- Ownership and Accountability – When something goes wrong, first “looks in the mirror” before “looking out the window”. Asks “what could I have done differently?” and then shares lessons learned. Regularly challenging self and others to be better is a way of life. “Me first” belongs here.
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Construction Engineering Management, Civil or Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
Experience:
- At least seven years’ experience in heavy civil construction
- Has worked with, and has knowledge of, change order recognition and management.
Skills:
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Can work in a high-demand environment and is able to meet established goals and objectives.
- Proficient with a wide range of software (or willing and able to learn) including, CAD, Blue Beam, HeavyBid, HeavyJob, MS Project or P6, and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Works well in an unstructured environment.
Physical Demands/Working Environment:
- General office and construction working environment.
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift to 20 pounds.
- May work outdoors for long periods of time in various seasons and conditions.
- Will climb ladders, work at heights, walk and stand on uneven surfaces, ride or work from a barge, pier, vessel, etc.
- Will sit, stand, kneel, squat, push, pull, etc. for varying amounts of time.
EEO Statement:
Ballard Marine Construction, LLC. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, or veteran status. Reasonable accommodation will be considered for qualified individuals with a disability if it does not create an undue hardship for the Company, consistent with the ADA as amended.