Sr. Project Engineer at ORION

Houston, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project Engineering, Bid Package Development, Cost Calculation, Supplier Selection, Material Procurement, Project Scheduling, Project Oversight, Project Management, Cost Monitoring, Subcontractor Procurement, Plan Interpretation, Safety Compliance, Bid Proposal Development, Project Tracking Software, Cost Control, Marine Construction

Industry

Construction

Description

POSITION SUMMARY This position is accountable for providing project engineering support to the Company. This includes developing bid packages for subcontractors, calculating project costs, selecting suppliers, procuring materials and services, interpreting project plans, scheduling project work activities, providing project oversight, interfacing with project personnel, primarily Superintendents, Foremen and Surveyor, and helping to ensure successful project completion and close out. The incumbent must support the guiding beliefs and core values of Orion, which are centered on Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Teamwork most importantly, with each built upon the all-important foundation of Integrity. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES * Works with the Project Management Team to ensure the successful completion of on-going or new projects. * Monitors actual costs and complete current project(s), accounting for materials, services, labor, and other associated costs. * Develops bid packages for subcontractors. * Procures subcontractors, permanent materials and consumables, and services from suppliers for current projects as required by project needs. * Interprets project plans and specifications. * Schedules project work activities according to plan timelines to ensure timely project completion. * Provides interface with project team members, suppliers, customers, and others who are involved in project work. * Ensures that project team members are provided a safe work environment and are knowledgeable of safe work practices and policies. * Assists in the development of bid proposals for upcoming marine construction and services projects as needed. * Possesses the qualifications and physical ability to drive regular passenger vehicles to visit work locations and job sites. * Participates in Safety and Environmental initiatives that will contribute to compliance of State/Federal regulations and improve existing Company programs. EMPLOYEE SAFETY AND COMPLIANCE * Responsible and accountable for incumbent’s own personal safety. * Responsible and accountable for the safety of all co-workers and any others incumbent comes in contact with. * Authorized and obligated to stop work on any task or series of tasks whenever an unsafe condition or situation is anticipated or is observed. * Complies with all applicable laws, regulations and Company policies and procedures, and is subject to appropriate disciplinary action (including dismissal) for failure to do so. * Reports any and all violations of applicable laws, regulations or Company policies and procedures promptly, and is subject to appropriate disciplinary action (including dismissal) for failure to do so. * Performs other related administrative and technical duties as may be assigned or requested by immediate supervision (such as certification training, safety training, procedure review, etc.). * All employees, current and former, must maintain confidentiality by not disclosing to others any confidential, proprietary or trade secret information belonging to the Company. POSITION COMPENTENCIES * Business Acumen (Business Awareness, Knowledge): Showcases knowledgeable and understanding of business operations and functions, and the ability to align goals to support the business. * Change Management (Change Readiness, Conflict Management): Demonstrates support for innovation to improve effectiveness; Initiate, sponsor, and implement organizational change. * Collaboration (Relationships, Team Interface): Establishes constructive relationship with clients and other work units to meet mutual goals and objectives of the company. * Communication (Verbal, Written): Utilizes verbal and written communication skills to express oneself clearly in conversations and interactions with others. * Managing Work (Initiative, Productivity, Results Orientation): Shows ability to plan, schedule, direct work of self and others, and provide follow up to ensure quality standards. * Problem Solving (Analytical, Creative): Makes sound, well-informed and objective decisions. * Safety Orientation (Safe Work Philosophy): Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for their own personal safety and the safety of co-workers and others; applies safe work practices in the performance of assigned tasks. POSITION REQUIREMENTS BS Degree in Civil Engineering/Construction Management, and 5 years’ experience, or related discipline, or equivalent work experience, is required. For degreed candidates, prior work experience in the marine construction industry as a Summer Intern or Co-op Engineer is preferred but not required. The incumbent must have a working knowledge of Project Management & Administration, Marine Construction Materials, Procurement, Estimating, Scheduling, Project Tracking Software, Cost Control, Engineering & Project Standards, and Safety & Environmental Compliance. The incumbent must have the ability to quickly learn the technical aspects of the business; be an effective communicator; have the ability to interface well with employees at all levels of the organization; and be able to work out-of-town for extended periods of time. The Company expects and requires incumbent and each of its other employees to observe and fulfill the above and all other safety responsibilities and actively work toward maintaining a safe workplace. Failure to do so can result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment. PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable workplace accommodation. The individual must also be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to work or visit within areas where it is required. This includes hard hat, safety glasses, respirators, ear plugs, steel toed shoes, personal flotation devices (PFD’s) or other protective equipment as required by the work performed and location the work is being done. The incumbent must possess the ability to remain calm during emergencies and respond appropriately as dictated by the circumstance of the incident and as directed by the Safety Representative or other management personnel. Must be capable of evacuating the work area in a timely manner should an emergency situation arise. In addition, the Sr. Project Engineer must also be capable of: * Walking, stepping, climbing, or otherwise moving from one location on the job site to another, and normally involves physically getting onto and off of work barges, boats, vessels, or dock facilities of varying heights and access parameters. * Standing, stooping, kneeling, squatting, climbing, or sitting for long periods of time. * Lifting and carrying objects up to 20 lbs. as required. * Adapting to extreme temperature changes. * Adapting to outdoor conditions and prolonged exposure.

Responsibilities

This role provides essential project engineering support, including developing bid packages, calculating costs, procuring materials and services, interpreting plans, and scheduling work activities. The incumbent will interface with project personnel like Superintendents and Foremen to ensure successful project completion while upholding core company values centered on Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Teamwork.