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This position is located in Hanoi, Vietnam. The Civil Engineer/Senior Engineer II provides technical engineering expertise and oversight for construction projects, ensuring compliance with contract documents, codes, and quality standards. This role is responsible for quality assurance, technical analysis, RFI and submittal review, cost estimating, schedule review, progress monitoring, and site inspection. The position serves as a key interface between the client, contractors, and project stakeholders.

MBP will offer an allowance to prospective employees to secure housing options that are safe and meet the basic living standards of the locale. Straight-time overtime will be paid for additional hours worked over 40 hours a week.

Project assignment involves relocation to Hanoi, Vietnam, and may include short-term work in the continental United States prior to mobilization and following demobilization. The position functions as the Civil Engineer, providing the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Overseas Buildings Operations (OBO)/Hanoi a full range of critical engineering and construction quality assurance and management and technical oversight of the Hanoi New Embassy Compound (NEC) project. The incumbent is responsible for performing technical inspections of civil and structural work, monitoring the contractor's quality control program, and reviewing project drawings and specifications to ensure compliance. This position is established to support and assist OBO/Hanoi in ensuring the completion of the Hanoi NEC Project in accordance with applicable US codes and standard building practices.

• Verify that the contractor is performing the required contract work in accordance with the design documents.
• Review engineering shop drawings and determine if the contractor has complied with the final design parameters.
• Observe onsite construction and determine if construction elements are being installed, formed, and executed properly.
• Perform quality assurance tasks, verifying the contractor's work is properly inspected and corrective actions take place, and verifying materials meet contract requirements.
• Review contractor submittals for compliance with contract requirements and resolve conflicts.
• Monitor the construction contractor’s quality assurance and safety program.
• Monitor construction progress against the project schedule.
• Submit weekly and monthly reports as requested by the Project Director
• Perform technical inspections of the civil engineering elements of the project.
• Prepare construction reports detailing progress and identifying any problems with the construction process related to the incumbent’s area of expertise. After problems are discovered, evaluate the contractor’s proposed remedy.
• Formulate solutions for the Project Director/Construction Manager.
• Review design documents (drawings and specifications) that the A/E prepares, as well as perform quality assurance for the construction project in his/her technical area of expertise.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and support the development of independent government estimates. Review contractor-submitted change order proposals and estimates.
• Manage, direct, and coordinate the work of assigned technical and clerical personnel.

Significant high-level analytical/operational experience performing program/project implementation, which may have included: quality assurance, construction monitoring, technical analysis, scheduling, cost estimating, or constructability studies. Evidence of progressive career development and demonstrated subject matter expertise in construction management, project management, engineering design, or a related field. Experienced in the supervision of mid-sized groups.

EDUCATION/KNOWLEDGE:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering.
• PE preferred.
• 10 years of related experience. Field experience is preferred over design office experience.
• Overseas experience preferred.
• Final Top Secret clearance.
• Engineering principles, principles of construction management and project controls, with specialized knowledge in several areas, including quality assurance, scheduling, cost estimating, documentation, contract administration, and construction techniques.
• Knowledge of International Codes, U.S. building codes, and federal construction regulations required.
• Experience in assessing and responding to Requests for Information (RFI).
• Knowledge of Construction Safety regulations, i.e., EM 385-1-1, OSHA, etc.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Suite, i.e., PowerPoint, Excel, and Word required.
• Basic data processing principles as related to the solution of engineering problems.
• Engineering mathematics and statistical analysis techniques.
• Construction methods and practices.
• Basic project management and supervisory principles.
• Must possess OSHA 10-hour or OSHA 30-hour certification or obtain within 3 months of hire.

 SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• An understanding of technical jargon and the ability to translate photographic and written engineer-centric language into a clear and concise brief report.
• Ability to analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, and consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of goals.
• Skilled at preparing clear, concise, and accurate reports and presentations.
• Ability to understand and interpret engineering construction plans, specifications, contract documents, complex technical and legal documents, maps, and technical drawings and plans.

 PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to travel internationally.
• Ability to lift/carry 50 pounds (occasionally) and 20 pounds (frequently).
• Able to stand and sit as needed on project work sites, climb ladders, work at heights, and work outdoors in a wide range of weather conditions.
• Ability to safely navigate construction work sites with uneven terrain.
• Ability to work in confined areas such as crawl spaces, attics, utility pits, tunnels, manholes, and other confined spaces.
• Ability to see objects that are near, far, in color, or at night, possibly including depth perception.
• Ability to hear speech or other sounds, possibly including sufficient sensitivity to hear sounds of low volume or in noisy environments.

GUIDANCE/RESPONSIBILITY:

• Receives administrative and overall contract-related guidance and direction from the MBP Project Manager.
• Reports to the client’s Project Director on a daily basis.
• Generally able to work independently and determine solutions.
• Provides training to less experienced personnel.

SUPERVISORY:

Capable of supervising individuals and teams.

STATUS:

Full-time

The base salary range for this position is $135,000.00 to $155,000.00. Actual compensation will be determined based on work location, qualifications, experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training.

BENEFITS:

• Competitive compensation with opportunities for semi-annual bonuses
• Generous Paid Time Off and holiday schedules
• 100% Employer paid medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability benefits (for individual)
• Flexible Spending Account with company contribution
• 401(k)/Roth 401(k) plan with company match
• Tuition Assistance and Student Loan Reimbursement
• Numerous Training and Professional Development opportunities
• Wellness Program & Fitness Program Reimbursement  

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

MBP is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic. Protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.