Construction Engineer

THE POSITION

One of the fastest growing ports in the United States is looking for a dedicated Construction Engineer with exceptional work ethic to join our team. The Port of Philadelphia (PhilaPort) is a vital economic engine of the city and region and has been a major center of maritime industrial commerce for 300 years. If you are a seasoned engineering professional looking for a rewarding career, we want to talk to you!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Construction Engineer, you will provide engineering support under the supervision of the Director of Engineering, as well as administrative assistance, including managing construction projects, participating in meetings, and performing related duties as required. You will have the opportunity to assist in planning for new facilities and the rehabilitation or modernization of existing terminal facilities by preparing plans, specifications, and estimates for construction work and overseeing construction. You will also be working with design consultants and construction management firms at the direction of the Director of Engineering. You must have the ability to manage time effectively, as you will be working on multiple projects in various stages of completion at one time Additional responsibilities include:

• Supplying information and recommendations to the Director of Engineering for use during construction work
• Acting in a construction management role on most engineering projects
• Managing projects for compliance with contract requirements and departmental standards
• Maintaining working relationship with pier tenants, PhilaPort Operations and Maintenance, consulting engineers, and contractors to ensure cost effective and on-schedule projects
• Assisting in the department's expenditure decisions for maintenance or construction work as necessary
• Maintaining the department's as-built drawings and project files.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch.
• Salary: Starting salary is negotiable, based upon experience.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• A minimum of one year of civil engineering experience in transportation and a bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a closely related engineering discipline from an accredited institution; or
• An Engineer-in-Training certificate issued by or acceptable to the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists.

Additional Requirements:

• You must be well versed in Microsoft Suite Programs, BlueBeam, and AutoCAD.
• You must possess effective interpersonal skills.
• You must be highly organized and self-motivated.
• You must possess a valid US Driver's License that is not under suspension.
• You must have the ability to obtain a Transportation Workers Identification Credential (TWIC) card.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Preferred Qualifications (not required):

• Civil engineering experience
• Design and construction experience, including industrial building and heavy marine construction dredging, pile driving, concrete and asphalt paving, sprinkler systems, electrical distribution and sewer and water lines.

How to Apply:

• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.