Engineers Assistant Jobs in Frederick, MD (NOW HIRING)

Company Values

Service:

* Create excellent experiences for internal teams and external stakeholders.

* Recognize your role and seek collective success through collaboration.

Integrity:

* Do the right thing always, even when it's difficult.

* Treat yourself, the company, and others with respect.

* Be a person of your word and uplift team morale.

Accountability:

* Take the initiative to safely do what's necessary to succeed.

* Exercise forethought and planning to achieve intended outcomes.

-Safety is the expectation and priority in all our businesses.

Expertise:

* Elevate your skills and knowledge to deliver exceptional results with confidence.

* Increase your value to the team and capitalize on NDC's growth opportunities.

Senior Project Manager

Summary/Objective

Responsible for managing all aspects of the project under minimal supervision to ensure achievement of the business plan and promote the development and growth of assigned staff.

Primary Job Responsibilities

* Builds, leads, and motivates an effective project management and field operations team.

* Maintains strong relationships with assigned accounts and stakeholders.

* Oversees and ensures consistent application of technical policies and construction procedures.

* Implements field systems, methods, and safety programs effectively.

* Manages project controls including estimating, cost tracking, scheduling, and reporting.

* Reviews and prepares pricing and documentation for change orders.

* Prepares control estimates using up-to-date tools and cost awareness.

* Supports client meetings, represents the company externally, and aids in marketing activities.

* Manages materials procurement and communication with vendors and field personnel.

* Prepares project documentation including reports, projections, and field communication logs.

* Administers financial documentation such as invoices, requisitions, and payroll.

* Provides mentorship and training to project engineers, assistant project managers, and project managers.

* Actively participates in internal training programs as an instructor.

* Assists in recruiting project engineering staff.

Other Responsibilities

* Ensure compliance with all building codes, safety standards, and company policies.

* Perform other duties as assigned.

Competencies, Skills, Abilities, Qualifications

* Strong organizational and analytical thinking skills.

* Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.

* Professional presence with the ability to represent the company favorably.

* Sound judgment and decision-making capabilities.

* Commitment to ongoing personal and team development.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position directly supervises Project Engineers, Assistant Project Managers, and Project Managers.

Work Environment

This role involves a mix of office-based and field-based work. Field visits require exposure to active construction sites, uneven terrain, loud noises, and varying weather conditions.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the primary functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position may require long periods of sitting and working on a computer. Fieldwork may require walking, standing, and lifting materials up to 25 pounds.

Expected Hours of Work

Typical hours are Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with flexibility for starting and end times. Occasional evenings or weekends may be required based on project needs.

Travel

Periodic local travel to project sites, client offices, and vendor locations is required. Estimated travel: less than 20%.

Required Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, Finance, or Accounting preferred, or equivalent industry experience of 15 years or more. Minimum 8-10 years of overall construction experience with at least 3 years in a Project Manager role.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

Must successfully pass a background check and drug screening.

Work Authorization

Must be eligible to work in the United States. Some projects may require U.S. citizenship due to contract stipulations.

HUBZone REQUIREMENT: As a Federal contractor, NDC must meet HUBZone employee requirements when bidding for government contracts. By clicking the link below, you can check if your home zip code falls in a HUBZone area:

https://www.sba.gov/federal-contracting/contracting-assistance-programs/hubzone-program#id-hubzone-map

Company Benefits Package

Competitive salary based on related experience.

4 Medical Plan Options through United Healthcare (including an HSA plan), dental, vision through Principal.

Voluntary benefits: Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Voluntary Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability

Company paid Group-Term-Life & AD & D.

Paid time off and holidays.

Professional development opportunities and tuition reimbursement.

Position Location Varies based on the candidate's state location.

NDC is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants based on race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, veteran or family status, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws, except where a bona fide occupational qualification applies.

This policy extends to all aspects of the employment relationship, including, but not limited to, recruiting, interviewing, job assignments, training, compensation, benefits, discipline, use of facilities, participation in NDC-sponsored activities, termination, and all other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment.

Pay Transparency Statement

The salary range for this position is $120k - $150k a year (MidAtlantic Region). This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range. As a result, starting pay may vary within the posted range.

The Company reserves the right to modify compensation and benefits programs in accordance with applicable laws and business needs.