Construction Engineer

We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Construction Project Engineer in our Construction Engineering & Inspection group located in the New Orleans Metro Area.

H&H is a full-service infrastructure engineering firm with more than 130 years of experience steeped in solving complex engineering challenges. Consulting firms, contractors and infrastructure owners count on us when innovative design and intricate engineering solutions are required. Our specialty lies in the ability to manage the entire life cycle of engineering services and support. We employ teams of superior engineers that bring a forward-thinking approach using the world's latest project management, design, and support innovations. As a result, your projects are brought in on time, on budget, and are engineered to the highest standards in design, durability, safety, and aesthetic value.

Responsibilities

• Lead construction projects for roadway, interchange, and bridge projects following LADOTD and local agency standards
• Apply the standards described in the LADOTD Construction Manuals and LADOTD Standard Plans, the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) and AASHTO
• Apply and monitor work zone traffic control plans (WZTC/MPT)
• Perform civil engineering cost estimates
• Communicate and coordinate effectively with other team members of the construction team, manage, train and mentor junior civil engineers as well as coordinate with other project disciplines during construction
• Complete work accurately and in accordance with quality control and quality assurance procedures
• Read and interpret construction plans, specifications, and any special requirements
• Manage the preparation of Daily Inspection Reports to document the work performed; the manpower, material, and equipment used; field measure and calculate quantities of work completed and other pertinent information

Requirements

• Minimum of a Bachelor of Engineering (BE) or Bachelor of Science with a concentration on Civil Engineering.
• Licensed PE.
• Detail and goal-oriented, and proficient in both verbal and written communications.
• Five+ years of relevant experience in construction engineering.
• Highway: some or all the experience with the reconstruction of asphalt and concrete pavements, drainage systems, roadway lighting and traffic signals; utility protection/relocation; pavement markings/striping; and related work.
• Bridge: Several or all the following: concrete & steel demolition; repair of reinforced concrete and structural steel; steel erection; construction of reinforced concrete decks; retaining walls and/or substructure units (piles, piers & abutments); reconstruction of approach roadways; inspection of Work Zone Traffic Control (WZTC) and related work.
• LADOTD projects and SiteManager experience a plus.
• Operational knowledge of field inspection equipment.

Benefits

We offer a professional work environment, a competitive salary, a benefits package, and 401(k).

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