Sr. Project Engineer

Sr. Project Engineer
Job Locations
US-FL-Jacksonville
ID
2024-5754
Category
Engineering
Type
Full-Time Regular - 40 hours
Posted Date
5 hours ago(10/14/2024 7:40 AM)
Overview

Join us as we Rise to the Challenge

At KCI, we're building an enduring community that provides unparalleled value to our employee-owners. We make our mark designing and delivering our world-class solutions, so we invest deeply in supporting and developing our team. We reward integrity and commitment, and when we do well, you do well. Our employee's have the freedom to innovate, unlimited growth, a voice that matters, a lifestyle that works, and skin in the game. Achievements are shared and celebrated. As a team, we are motivated to better ourselves, each other, and the world around us.

THE COMPANY

KCI Technologies, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned engineering, consulting and construction firm serving clients throughout the United States. KCI is recognized as an industry leader, employing cutting-edge technologies, management practices and strategic growth initiatives. Employee ownership fosters an entrepreneurial spirit, encourages technical expertise, and shapes strategic planning.

KCI is currently ranked #56 on Engineering News-Record's list of the Top 500 design firms in the nation.

KCI BENEFITS INFORMATION

We offer a competitive compensation package, family friendly benefits, a collaborative working environment, and the training, mentoring and resources you need to advance in your career.

We understand that you have choices, and we know that together we will make a great team!

KCI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive staff, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and individuals with disabilities to apply.

Duties, Responsibilities & Other

Experience:

10 or more years of Florida Department of Transportation construction project experience perferred.

Skills:

Familiar with all aspects of construction engineering and inspection (CEI) performed to Florida Department of Transportation standards and procedures. Experience working with multiple local and state agencies including projects with state and federal transportation funding and the requirements associated with funding compliance.

Excellent Business and Communication skills. Proven leadership qualities and experience. Ability to make important decisions. Ability to work with and motivate others to work. Complete management skills including marketing, technical, administrative, and financial expertise.

Degree:

Bachelor's Degree or greater in Civil Engineering and Licensed/Registered Florida Professional Engineer.

Duties:

This individual will have technical expertise in the area of road, bridge and utility construction management & inspection as well as experience and technical knowledge in other areas such as transit, facilities and public works projects. This individual shall be responsible for project management and supervision of staff/projects within the FL CEI Practice and shall serve as Project Administrator or Senior Project Engineer for projects assigned. This position will also have a significant role and expectations in business development and growing the practice with new and existing public and private clients. The SPE shall be encouraged to maintain active participation in professional and business organizations within their geographic region, provide business development support within that region, manage schedules of the staff within that region and support the other Practices and Disciplines located within that region. The SPE shall also coordinate with the Practice Leaders within the CM discipline to ensure maximum utilization of staff and resources within the Practice.

Pre-employment drug screening is a condition of employment. Background and motor vehicle checks may be required based upon position.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering. Appropriate graduate level work. Master's degree preferred.
• 6 - 10 years of professional experience. PE Required.
• The target candidate will have experience in planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling and monitoring projects involving both overhead and underground engineering systems.
• Develops positive working relationships to effectively coordinate work activities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Pre-employment drug screening is a condition of employment. Background and motor vehicle checks may be required based upon position.

Performance Expectations

• Submit for approval and deliver timely annual Employee Performance Appraisals for assigned staff
• Train adequate backup personnel to support your role in your absence
• Comply with all KCI policies and procedures
• Ensure projects fulfill ISO compliance requirements
• Manage work routine of all assigned staff and assign job activities as required
• Complete other duties as required/assigned
• Achieve or exceed budgeted individual utilization target(75%-80% typical)
• Attend bi-weekly(or more frequently as necessary) meetings with project team on all projects/tasks
• Chart and provide task performance results
• Complete all tasks on time and within budget while fully meeting the scope
• Consult and coordinate with other practices and sub-consultants as required
• Operate within specified (corporate or project) budget parameters
• Prepare interpractice agreements and/or outside requests as required
• Provide technical project and staff oversight
• Serve as task manager on select projects
• Compare field data to base plan
• Conduct site visits and gather data, including measurements, sketches, notes and photographs as needed
• Prepare design calculations, drawings, specifications and cost estimates for review and approval
• Prepare preliminary concept designs and submit for approval
• Read and interpret technical documents needed for performance of job
• Review and approve shop drawings
• Complete Annual Individual Training Program

KCI Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.