CONSTRUCTION SERVICES PRACTICE

Michael Baker International’s Construction Services staff supports clients by acting as their trusted on-site agent through all phases of construction, from pre-design to close-out, by providing qualified construction managers, inspectors, constructability reviewers, schedulers, estimators and safety experts. As new technologies evolve throughout the construction industry, innovative ideas are required to maintain and deliver successful construction projects.

DESCRIPTION

Michael Baker International is currently seeking a Project Engineer for our Construction Services practice in Ridgeland, MS. The successful candidate will work under the direction of the Construction Services Manager in the office and on inspection projects throughout Mississippi. The Project Engineer will oversee testing and inspection services on road and bridge projects for Michael Baker clients, providing supervision of multiple inspectors on larger projects. 

Between field assignments, this position may involve design tasks such as constructability reviews of plans for upcoming projects as well as assisting the Construction Services Manager with the preparation of Letters of Interest for upcoming proposals, reviewing and processing invoices, communicating with clients about staffing needs, and tracking progress on current projects.

**This position can sit anywhere in Mississippi**

Review plans and specifications associated with assigned work on active construction contracts and notify clients of apparent constructability issues or errors in plans. Oversee daily operations of contractor or subcontractor personnel to ensure that work is being performed in accordance with plans and specifications and provide field direction to Michael Baker inspection staff assigned to the project. Answer detailed contractor questions about plan and specification requirements. Identify contractor means and methods that are inconsistent with plans and specifications, and discuss needed changes with the contractor as well as the client. Make measurements and observations of work being performed to ensure accurate quantities are tracked for completed work. Prepare detailed field drawings or electronic templates to support the calculations being used to justify the pay quantities. Understand and apply testing frequencies for various materials used on the contract to ensure that enough tests are being taken to cover the work performed. Electronically document pay quantities, material requirements, and contractor staff in a daily work report such as Site Manager.  

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering or related field Professional Engineer in the State of Mississippi, or able to obtain within 3 months. Minimum of 6 years experience in the construction inspection/management of highway projects Knowledge of construction and administration procedures preferred. Ability to communicate clearly and manage staff. Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.

COMPENSATION

The approximate compensation range for this position is $81,000 - $125,000. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting.  Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.