Construction Engineer/Representative

Position Title: CMAR Construction Engineers/Representative

Company: CES Consultants, Inc. (CES)
Location: Alexandria, VA Office/ Washington, DC– on site or in-office with commute to project sites.

Job Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

The Construction Engineer uses their technical expertise to oversee construction projects and assists the Project Manager or Owner’s Advisor with construction management and construction administration duties. Their work involves interpreting plans, performing site inspections, evaluating technical data, and resolving construction field issues, among other tasks. The Construction Engineer may independently manage moderately complex projects or supervise the work of other staff responsible for overseeing routine projects. The Construction Engineer performs work under the limited supervision of a Project Manager or Owner’s Advisor, with broad latitude in exercising independent judgment.

Responsibilities:

• Interprets drawings, plans, specifications, and technical data.
• Helps the Project Manager or Owner’s Advisor coordinate reviews and responses to construction documents, including submittals, Requests for Information (RFI), field directives, proposed change orders, etc.
• Inspects all phases of construction to ensure that proper and acceptable materials are being used and work is being performed according to approved plans and specifications.
• Coordinates the contractor’s work with various departments and third parties (e.g., permitting agencies).
• Participate in various construction meetings (e.g., progress meetings, schedule review meetings, utility coordination meetings, etc.).
• Work may include other duties and responsibilities, as assigned.
• Perform additional related duties as needed.