Contract Power Engineer Jobs in Florida (NOW HIRING)

Position Summary Description

To plan, direct and supervise contracted maintenance and major construction modifications to power plant facilities. Interface with other departments as required, ensuring contracted work is completed per specifications, safely and on schedule.

Essential Functions

• Recommends and implements resolution of technical engineering problems associated with the installation of materials or equipment.
• Participates in the resolution of contractor claims, which may result from project contracts.
• Assists in the selection of contractors/vendors for establishment of bid lists, prepares quotes, prepares bid summary and pricing analysis, prepares risk analysis based on commercial terms, coordinates technical recommendations, prepare additional funding requests, issues executed P.O.s, contracts, amendments and change orders all per SECI’s Policy, Procedures and Practices.
• Reviews reports of contract expenditures to track actual changes and work with various departments to add funds to cover anticipated costs prior to contract expiration date.
• Distributes contract expiration/funding reporting to users to facilitate a consistent stable reliable supply.
• Interfaces with engineering staff to resolve any engineering design discrepancies found with equipment and/or systems in the field.
• Reviews drawings and documentation to ensure that equipment will operate as designed and in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendation.
• Coordinates and monitors the contractors’ compliance with contract specifications, the SECI Safety Program, and the equipment clearance procedures. Handles grievances in conjunction with the Supervisor of Contract Maintenance.
• Directs other SGS employees as needed for projects.
• Performs other duties as applicable to the position or as assigned.

• NERC Compliance: Performs NERC Compliance Program roles if/as designated in Seminole's Standard Ownership Matrix (SOM) including ongoing evidence retention in "audit-ready" form. You should also be familiar with Seminole's Enterprise Internal Compliance Program (ENT-GCD-RGC-EP-054) to further your understanding of Seminole's compliance program and your duties and responsibilities in the SOM.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

Associates Degree in construction management or related area. Four (4) years of work experience in construction management or related area can substitute for education. Progressively responsible experience in supervision of plant projects/modifications, and inspection testing is preferred. Basic working knowledge of contract law, and regulations requirements as applicable to SECI requirements. Basic knowledge of contract conformation including negotiating commercial terms, resolving technical issues, establishing strong pricing structures and reducing risk (incorporating site administrative. and insurance requirements) while meeting all SECI requirements.

Core Competencies: Adaptable, Collaborative, Conscientious, Critical-Thinking, Outcome-Driven and Professional

Technical Competencies/Skills:

• Construction maintenance and management
• Computer software
• Engineering principles
• State and local codes
• Contracts and resolutions
• Safety and environmental practices
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications

Soft Competencies/Skills:

• Effective verbal/nonverbal, listening and written communications
• Time management
• Integrity
• Quality Control/Continuous Improvement
• Attention to detail
• Following directions
• Problem solving

Physical Requirements

Must be capable of inspecting industrial facilities and equipment, which involves climbing stairs, elevated platforms, ladders, construction elevators, heights and equipment access doors. Subject to working conditions that include extreme temperatures, dust and high noise levels. Must be able to work at heights above 200 feet for extended periods. Must be able to follow established protective measures including wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE). Must possess a valid driver’s license and acceptable Motor Vehicle Report.

Working Conditions

Occasional travel and work outside of normal business hours. While working in certain areas of the plant there is the potential for exposure to hazards typical of an industrial working environment. Must be able to work extended hours as required.

“Disclaimer - Management may modify this job description at any time and may require the performance of additional duties, or modification of physical requirements, with or without advance notice.”