CEI Project Engineer/Administrator

Join us as we Rise to the Challenge

At KCI, we’re building an enduring community that provides unparalleled value to our employee-owners. We make our mark designing and delivering our world-class solutions, so we invest deeply in supporting and developing our team. We reward integrity and commitment, and when we do well, you do well. Our employee’s have the freedom to innovate, unlimited growth, a voice that matters, a lifestyle that works, and skin in the game. Achievements are shared and celebrated. As a team, we are motivated to better ourselves, each other, and the world around us. 

THE COMPANY

KCI Technologies, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned engineering, consulting and construction firm serving clients throughout the United States. KCI is recognized as an industry leader, employing cutting-edge technologies, management practices and strategic growth initiatives. Employee ownership fosters an entrepreneurial spirit, encourages technical expertise, and shapes strategic planning.

KCI is currently ranked #56 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 design firms in the nation.

KCI BENEFITS INFORMATION

We offer a competitive compensation package, family friendly benefits, a collaborative working environment, and the training, mentoring and resources you need to advance in your career.

We understand that you have choices, and we know that together we will make a great team!

KCI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive staff, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and individuals with disabilities to apply.

DUTIES, ABILITIES, RESPONSIBILITIES, & OTHER:

• Ability to: Communicate effectively in English (verbally and in writing)
• Responsible for: Receiving general instructions regarding assignments and exercising initiative and independent judgment in the solution of work problems.
• Responsible for: Directing and assigning specific tasks to administrative and field staff and assisting in all phases of the construction project, exercising initiative and independent judgment in the solution of work problems.
• Responsible for: Progress estimates and final estimates throughout the construction project duration.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Prepare construction inspection summaries of daily activities
• Review drawings, specifications, and other contract documents for constructability (plans, specs, shop drawings)
• Review detailed records of the contractor’s daily operations including manpower, equipment, construction methods, and events that affect the work
• Track / measure completed work quantities for payment
• Manage the team of inspectors, coordinate their schedules and oversee their work and records
• Monitor work zone traffic control plan and identify discrepancies and potential issues
• Monitor the erosion control plan and identify discrepancies and potential issues
• Oversee and accept project sampling and testing of component materials and completed work
• Verify the dimensions and calculations of prepared and completed work
• Analyze complex construction/design problems requiring the development of new or improved techniques or procedures and consults with design engineering personnel
• Inform Client on project issues and provide them with recommendations
• Interact with Project Managers and clients in a proactive manner to determine what routine issues affecting project management need to be addressed
• Maintain construction project records in accordance with FDOT procedures
• Interface proactively with the project managers, contractors, and inspection staff on various facets of the project including review of contract plans and documents, day-to-day construction activities and review of contractors’ submittals
• Perform/oversee the review of daily inspection reports and quantity computations
• Directs and assigns specific tasks to inspectors and assists in all phases of the construction project
• Responsible for the progress and final estimates throughout the construction project duration
• Adhere to company marketing requirements by providing timely resume updates and participating in marketing campaigns
• Ensure timely completion of time sheets and expense reports
• Take ownership of personal career development by seeking and providing feedback, seizing opportunities to develop new skills, and setting and pursuing personal goals

Qualifications/certifications for this position may be obtained within six (6) months from the date of hire provided that this position works under the supervision and direction of a Senior Project Engineer, all other requirements for the position are met, and a training plan is submitted detailing when the qualifications/certifications will be obtained.

• FDOT Advanced MOT
• CTQP Final Estimates Level II
• CTQP Quality Control Manager

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university is preferred. 
• Minimum of 5 - 9 years of experience required.
• Pre-employment drug screening is a condition of employment. Background and motor vehicle checks may be required based upon position.

• Complete Annual Individual Training Program
• Comply with all KCI policies and procedures
• Ensure projects fulfill ISO compliance requirements
• Establish strong working relationship with client, contractors, and design engineers
• Achieve or exceed budgeted individual utilization target
• Complete all tasks on time and within budget while fully meeting the scope
• Operate within specified (corporate or project) budget parameters
• Assist in negotiating contractor change orders
• Maintain document control for correspondence, RFIs, submittals, etc.
• Oversee project schedule and budget
• Prepare and analyze schedules
• Prepare cost estimates
• Read plans and specifications and understand the construction contractor's means and methods
• Solve construction problems in the field
• Test, document, and assure quality of contractor's work

KCI Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.