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At Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP, we are "People Focused and Project Driven". We have been in business for more than 110 years and we are known for our quality work and quality employees. This is your chance to join our team - help us to design the infrastructure and buildings that improve the world!

We are currently seeking Construction Engineer Interns to assist our regional Responsible Charge Engineers in the construction management and inspection of Federal, State and local government construction projects throughout Virginia. The Construction Engineer Intern uses engineering principles to solve construction problems in the design, procurement, delivery and close-out of construction projects.

Responsibilities:

Responsibilities include progressively increasing involvement in: construction management, including managing inspection services on project; contract management and administration; change management, including evaluation and negotiation of change orders; office engineering, including project records management and materials certification; inspection project elements and testing of materials; project controls, including CPM Scheduling, cost estimating, budgeting and risk management; and project close-out, including finalization of payments and documentation. Work performed under the supervision of a licensed engineer.

Position includes working at client site(s) and construction project locations as assigned.

Requirements:

• Currently pursuing Bachelor of Science degree in Civil or Construction Engineering. or related field
• Prior experience performing construction engineering, inspection and testing preferred. VDOT, ACI, DEQ and other industry certifications preferred.
• Ability to effectively communicate orally/written at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to handle multiple assignments.
• Positive attitude and willingness to work cooperatively with others

Required Submissions:

• Resume
• A copy of current, or most recent, school transcript (If you are applying via a 3rd party site that does not allow attachments, please email transcript to careers@wrallp.com

Physical Requirements (Essential Functions):

This position requires the ability to perform a variety of physical tasks in the field as part of the essential job functions. Duties may include:

• Walking and navigating across rough or uneven terrain such as mud, rocks, grass, dirt, steep hillsides, heavily wooded areas, and other unpaved surfaces
• Moving around active project sites, which may involve climbing ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, or poles
• Performing physical activities such as bending, twisting, kneeling, and climbing
• Remaining in a stationary position—either standing or sitting—for extended periods of time
• Repetitive motions involving the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
• Lifting objects weighing up to 50 pounds and/or carting objects up to 50 lbs distances up to100 yards.
• Driving to and from project sites which may involve distances of up to or exceeding 120 miles round trip.
• Must be able to function safely in an environment with potential risks, including, but not limited to those described in this document.
• Work from heights exceeding 6 feet
• Must be able to wear a properly fitted safety harness and be knowledgeable of the correct use and of regular inspection of the harness and components
• Must be willing to work nights and overtime, when required by the project assignment

The work environment may include exposure to a range of environmental conditions, including high and low temperatures, precipitation, and other outdoor elements. Work may also be performed in noisy conditions or confined/enclosed spaces.

WRA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and complies with all applicable anti-discrimination laws.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. WRA will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity. (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)

***** Not accepting resumes from 3rd party recruiters for this position *****

Position #: 2935