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TMG’s Construction Engineer I is an individual who provides the knowledge and skill to support TMG’s  Field Operations in performing the technical aspects of managing building and commercial and institutional construction projects.  The Construction Engineer I role in the TMG organization is a developmental position in which employees are provided an opportunity to develop a deeper understanding of the construction process and to develop management skills to advance within the TMG organization.  

Scope of Construction Engineer I Position

Assist and support all aspects of project management and field operations where necessary, for multiple small projects or large projects.  Support the project management process by performing engineering tasks such as processing shop drawings, handling the workflow of RFI’s, document control, change management, outsourcing, estimating, scheduling, and other related activities.

Essential Functions of Construction Engineer I Position

You will be present on site full time. Basic to good understanding of the civil, architectural, mechanical, or electrical discipline.  Good analytical skills and the ability to effectively use a variety of estimating, scheduling, and reporting software tools.  The ability to effectively communicate with management, subcontractors, customers, and peer group.  Ability to travel to different job sites within a designated geographical area.

 Construction Engineer I Responsibilities

• Support the Project Manager, Superintendent, or other management roles in the construction process throughout all phases of the life-cycle of a project to include estimating, negotiation, contracting, buyout, construction administration, and closeout of individual projects and/or task order projects at large;
• Create, update, and maintain a variety of project controls that track the status of: individual projects or task orders, changes to projects or task orders, RFI, shop drawings and submittals, matters involving quality controls, safety, financial performance, close-out, and other aspects of the project(s) or task order(s);
• Work with subject matter experts to create, review, and process shop drawings and other submittals that are required to document the construction process;
• Able to assist in daily tasks for field operations.
• Support the change management process by updating logs, routing source documents to vendors, obtaining pricing, developing estimates and proposals, writing change orders and other related activities;
• Support the estimating process by performing quantity surveys utilizing digitizers, 3D modeling software, and paper-based processes that obtain and summarize scope and quantities of work;
• Establish, monitor, communicate, and maintain project schedules utilizing contemporary scheduling software;
• Support the physical layout and an absolute understanding of the spatial relationships of the physical work: by developing control line drawings, using CADD to obtain additional dimensioning information, reviewing and coordinating shop drawings, and other activities that allow the various elements of work to correctly fit together;
• Support the PM in negotiating contracts, subcontracts, and purchase orders;
• Maintain and regularly produce reports utilizing TMG and client-specific workflow software such as TMG’s Project Center, USACE QCS/RMS, Prolog, etc.
• Proactively identify issues that could lead to problems and facilitate solutions;
• Develop an understanding of how to maintain and require compliance with all contract terms and legal requirements that govern the project to prevent rework and delays;
• Provide timely and cordial interaction with supporting work groups, such as accounting, HR, ICS, etc.
• Participate in managing activities that are related to project closeout to ensure timely completion;
• Assist with the evaluation of projects for constructability and value-engineer cost savings;
• Participate in lifelong learning opportunities and professional development.
• Participate in weekly staff meetings and industry networking functions.
• Familiarize oneself with the Project Manager or Superintendent Position Description and work deliberately to acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to evolve into one of the stated roles;
  

 Minimum Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Engineering or Construction Management with 0-1 year of experience with a commercial and/or industrial general contractor or 3 years of directly related experience with no degree;
• Must be able to read drawings, coordinate/scheduling processes/trades; 
• A basic understanding of construction means and methods associated with the renovation of commercial and institutional buildings and site work related thereto;
• Must be able to lift and handle 50-pound objects;
• Must be fully mobile and capable of walking job sites, climbing ladders and stairs multiple times daily to inspect work, direct subcontractors and TMG’s own field forces, and assure safety and quality control;
• Must have a clean driving record to facilitate getting materials from suppliers when necessary.
  
• Solid understanding/proficiency with spreadsheets, Email, and other software used in the construction industry.
• Professional credentials – either Engineer in Training (EIT), or Associate Constructor (AC) in good standing; 
• Current safety credentials to include OSHA 30 1, 1st Aid, and CPR;
• Current CQC certification issued by USACE / NAVFAC 1;

A grace period of up to six months may be allowed to obtain stated credentials. 

TMG provides a mix of voluntary and company-paid health and welfare benefits, vacation, sick and holiday paid time off, a 401k match, and we fully support training and professional growth.

TMG Construction provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.