Construction Engineering VI

Company Description

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There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of nearly 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

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Job Description

AECOM is seeking a Construction Engineer to be based in Oakland, CA.

The responsibilities of this part time variable position include, but are not limited to:

• Under general direction, performs difficult and complex duties utilizing advanced techniques with extensive and diversified knowledge of engineering problems and methods.
• Work with the Regional and Local Transportation Business Line leadership team, and area Business Development Leads on development and execution of significant transportation project pursuits and delivery
• Assist the Senior Management to formulate and execute project opportunity capture strategies, including teaming and positioning for major pursuits, helping in proposal efforts and identification of required staff resources to win and effectively deliver projects
• Establish relationships with both external and internal clients and customers, including industry associations and other potential consultant team members and construction contractors
• Be a visible leader and trusted advisor to clients by promoting AECOM’s values both internally and externally
• Support staff in project development and delivery, including scoping, budgeting, contract negotiations and project execution
• Prepares and manages quality and safety plans for the project
• Construction management, inspection, and field support experience with local transportation agencies
• Provides technical direction and guidance to staff, enforces company and project policies, maintains close client interface, and ensures all facets of the project are constructed in accordance with design, budget and schedule
• Assist in reviewing contractor's change order proposals. Prepare recommendations to Client for change order approval
• Review contractor's claims. Prepare recommendations to Client for claims approval or rejection. Negotiate with contractors regarding the value of claims or changes in schedules.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• BA/BS + 10 Years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Valid Driver’s License required

Preferred Qualifications

• Registered Professional Engineer in California
• 20+ years of overall experience in construction management services on transportation projects
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related technical discipline
• 15 years of experience in construction management services
• Familiarity with local and federal funding for transportation agencies and project delivery requirements

Additional Information

• Offered rate of compensation (Oakland, CA locations only) will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location.  The hourly range for this position is $95.00 - $118.00
• AECOM is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits program to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D and disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absence, voluntary benefits, perks, wellness and global well-being, and global EAP, Business Travel and Service Awards programs.

About AECOM

AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world throug