Project Engineer (Civil)

The Opportunity: Project Engineer (Civil)

The Port of Virginia – Virginia International Terminals is seeking a Project Engineer with expertise in Civil Engineering and/or Construction Project Management to provide engineering expertise in the planning, design, construction and maintenance of the Commonwealth-operated marine and intermodal terminal facilities. This individual will communicate plans with internal and external stakeholders, and will ensure projects are accomplished on time, within budget and with the highest degree of quality available; utilizing resources effectively and efficiently.

What You'll Do: Responsibilities

• Provides administrative and budget control over assigned projects; provides oversight related to outside consulting Architectural/Engineers (A/Es) and construction contractors (KTRs).
• Maintains constant awareness of progress related to assigned projects; including the work performed by A/E and KTRs through detailed reviews (depending upon importance and complexity of work).
• Is responsible for the execution of assigned civil works projects including coordination as appropriate with involved organizations and concerned parties. The PE will collaborate with the senior engineering staff to determine the preferred method of accomplishing the objectives of each project. The PE monitors individual projects through the planning, design and construction phases.
• Provides cost and method analysis to support marketing efforts; identifies potential problem areas involving project scope. Participates in the creation of mitigation plans to resolve problems. Reviews all proposed construction contract change orders to ensure they are necessary, relevant, and within funding levels. Makes recommendations for approvals of change order, project plans, and associated budgets.
• Position is designated “mission essential” for the purposes of extreme weather and other hazard preparation and recovery activities.
• Ensures compliance with all Commonwealth of Virginia security, safety, and environmental regulations and policies within work area at all times. This includes properly addressing issues through action or reporting issues and concerns to Manager.
• All other duties as assigned.

Who You Are: Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on, experience in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.
• Thorough knowledge of construction engineering principles, theory.
• Excellent communication skills: written, verbal and presentation
• Proficiency with AutoCAD software.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills.
• Exhibit sound judgement and professionalism in all aspects of the position.
• Work closely with employees at all levels and within all divisions of the Port as well as external stakeholders and customers.

Preferred Qualifications

• Registered as a Professional Engineer in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
• Hands on construction oversight and administration. This includes performing field inspections related to quality control and construction method validation.
• Knowledge of industry operations, policies, practices and processes.
• Experience in port-related engineering disciplines.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Experience with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) programs.

You Should Know: Disclosures

The Port of Virginia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and therefore does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, religion, disability or national origin.

Selected applicant must be able to pass a pre-employment background check which may include any of the following: Academic record and verification of education and/or certifications; Employment history (including references); Criminal history; Driving record; Fingerprinting; drug and alcohol testing, Fit for duty Physical, Other records or information related to the candidate's suitability for the position.

Selected applicant must be able to obtain a TWIC (Transportation Workers Identification Card).