Job Description

AECOM is seeking a CONSTRUCTION PROJECT ENGINEER to be based in NEW ORLEANS, LA. This position is expected to begin in May 2023.

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Assigned to a field construction organization in a general or single discipline position. Assist in overseeing activities of construction crafts/trades within an assigned area of responsibility.
• Assists with the planning and coordination of sub-contractor activities within the area of responsibility.
• Monitor’s subcontractor personnel to ensure adherence with project plans and promotes quality control of all installations.
• Reviews manpower, material, equipment requirements with others as designated by supervising superintendent.
• Enforces policies, procedures and related work rules as established by Field Management. 
• Assists with compliance of safety program that creates a safe and health work environment through the job site and adheres to OSHA safety and record keeping requirements. 
• Ensures safety standards and requirements are adhered to by crafts/trades, laborers and others when in the assigned operational area as well as ensure tools and equipment are in safe condition and operated safely.
• Under guidance of Superintendent or Project Manager, monitors work performance and of subcontractors to ensure project plans and schedules are followed. 
• Ensures compliance with all internal and external record keeping requirements, with particular emphasis on accurate, properly coded timecards and accurately codes, fully priced material delivery tickets.
• Uses current construction management system to perform record-keeping tasks including, composing daily diaries, maintaining project logs and retrieving RFIs, submittal logs and agreements.
• Provides assistance to assigned contractors in scheduling issues.
• Monitors the project pre-plan which includes a CPM schedule, work sequences, manpower utilization, material handling and storage requirements and equipment use.
• When requested, interfaces with client, architect and design professionals to ensure compliance to design intent and client satisfaction.
• Contribute to building good communications between field management, project management, estimating, procurement, suppliers, vendors, and specialty contractors to ensure construction complies with plans, specifications and company quality standards and that the project is completed on time and within budget.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements :

• Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Construction Management.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Previous internship or experience on industrial or automotive company construction projects. 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Valid Driver’s License to operate an AECOM provided motor vehicle on construction project site(s) to support project tasks assignments and scope of work. For positions with driving responsibilities, Motor Vehicle Records are reviewed as part of AECOM’s background check process to ensure compliance with the Company’s driving standards.

Additional Information

• Remote option is not available.

With infrastructure investment accelerating worldwide, our services are in great demand, and there’s never been a better time to be at AECOM! Join us, and you’ll get all the benefits of being a part of a global, publicly traded firm – access to industry-leading technology and thinking and transformational work with big impact and work flexibility.

AECOM provides a wide array of compensation and benefits programs to meet the diverse needs of our employees and their families. We also provide a robust global well-being program. We’re the world’s trusted global infrastructure firm, and we’re in this together – your growth and success are ours too.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

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