Job Details

Founded in 1941, Dragados is a primary construction arm of ACS Group, consistently ranked first overall on the Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 250 International Contractors List. Dragados is an industry leader in delivering all types of major infrastructure projects and has a proven track record of completing some of the largest, most complex, and first-of-their kind projects in the U.S. and across the globe. In North America alone, Dragados has experience delivering more than $40 billion worth of major infrastructure projects within the last 10 years and is currently ranked #5 in transportation and #31 overall on ENR's 2022 Top 400 Contractors list.
The Hampton Roads Connector Partners JV (HRCP) consisting of VINCI Construction, Dragados, and Flatiron has been selected to construct the $3.3BN Design Build project -the largest civil construction contract ever awarded by the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT).
The project scope across a 9-mile section of the I-64 will include: a new 3.5-mile bridge-tunnel crossing that will accommodate a total of 8 lanes of capacity across the water, replacement of the existing marine approach bridges and the addition of a third lane on I-64 in each direction. The twin 45 diameter 1.5-mile tunnels will be bored by TBM, creating the second largest TBM tunnel opening for a TBM in North America.
Principal / Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
* Research, plan, design, and administer engineering design project applying knowledge of design, construction procedures, zoning and building codes and building materials.
* Function as the primary contact coordinating the resolution of problems, reviewing progress, recommending alternatives and advising on project objectives.
* Develop or evaluate plans/criteria or special analyses required in support of the design effort. Provide consulting expertise within an area of specialization.
* Capture all site feedback on deliverables and provide results back to client's off-site engineers
* Efficiently completing various engineering projects maintaining primary focus on high quality and safety
* Assisting the project manager with the planning, organization and management of the day to day project operations.
* Oversee the maintenance of the Project Contacts, track subcontractor & supplier paperwork, subcontractor and suppliers contact information, owners representatives contact information and any other contact information pertinent to the project.
* Attend job site meetings, if necessary, and take meeting minutes.
* Oversee the project close out process. Obtain the required documents from subcontractors/suppliers. Prepare and submit close out documents as required in contract specs.
* Prepare shop drawings, coordination drawings, or proposal drawings using AutoCAD.
* Assist in preparation of as-built drawings using Adobe PDF and/or BlueBeam.
* Prepare general correspondence when necessary.
* Act as secondary support to answering phones in a professional and timely manner and take accurate messages when needed.
* Assist with reception desk activities in the event the receptionist is busy or out of the office.
* Be aware of meetings/appointments on calendars and remind if necessary.
* Persistent follow up on all items requested from subcontractors/suppliers in order for the project to progress as scheduled.
* Performs other related duties as required and assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
* Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited institution.
* Minimum 10 years' engineering design experience within Design-Build Projects.
* Minimum 5 years' experience in construction and design of Temporary works in support of final design.
* Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) is required.
Preferred Qualifications:
* Ability to assume responsibility, interface and communicate effectively with others is essential.
* Broad generalized knowledge of personnel safety, process safety, and environmental principles / regulations.
* Analytical ability of structures and geotechnical calculations
* Project management and administrative skills necessary to plan, organize, coordinate, and control the development and execution of many projects - including cost and schedule control.
* Ability to manage multiple assignments in a fast paced manufacturing environment.
* Knowledge of a structured project management or project development and execution process a plus.
* Excellent technical and problem solving skills to identify alternatives to challenges presented and select the most appropriate solution with minimal guidance or precedence.
Benefits:
* Comprehensive compensation package
* Health Insurance/Dental Insurance/Vision Insurance
* Employer Paid Life Insurance and AD&D
* Wellness benefits & Employee Assistance Program
* Paid Holidays
* Paid Time Off
This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise; employment in this job is an "at will" employment relationship.
Dragados USA Inc is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.