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Overview

PROJECT ENGINEER - OCONUS

American International Contractors (Special Projects), Inc. (AICI-SP) is currently seeking Project Engineer candidates to work on upcoming secure projects OCONUS. An ACTIVE U.S. Secret Level Security Clearance is required for this position.

American International Contractors (Special Projects), Inc. (AICI-SP) has established itself as one of the leading construction firms in the Department of State, Overseas Building Operations (OBO) program. We continue to win important contracts and projects throughout this program and others. We have a culture of innovation where our employees can make a difference and are looking for like-minded, dynamic individuals to join our rapidly expanding team. We are searching for individuals who hold an active secret security clearance. Experience working with Department of State OBO or U.S. Corps of Engineers as your client and any international experience is highly valued.

Our employees are our most valuable resources, and we strive to ensure that every one of them is treated as such. We offer a competitive benefits package including health insurance (medical, dental, vision), paid federal holidays, long- and short-term disability, life insurance, paid vacation, and a 401K matching program.

We are currently looking for Project Engineers with an active Secret level U.S. Security Clearance and experience working as the General Contractor on overseas U.S. Government Construction projects valued over $100M.

Primary function

The Project Engineer is responsible for design management, budget, administration of contract with Client, planning and scheduling, control (including procurement) of materials, procurement & management of subcontractors, reporting to Client, monthly invoices to Client, reporting to regional & corporate offices, document control, and training, coaching, and mentoring personnel by enforcing company policy and procedures.

Essential duties and responsibilities

• Procurement
• Plan, develop and manage the project construction engineering activities and schedule to include the coordination of procurement items to the project site.
• Supervise preparation of Purchase Requisitions
• Manage the submittal process and the obtaining of approvals of all shop drawings to the client
• Prepare quotations to the client utilizing supplier information, cost standards, technical information from quality, manufacturing engineering, and design

• Scheduling
• Lead project meetings to collect and disseminate information pertaining to projects
• Review and monitor progress of engineering effort to assure quality and adherence to requirements of contract documents
• Oversight of the Project Controls Engineer in the development and maintenance of the fully cost loaded project schedule

• Internal Reporting
• Coordinate the collection and dissemination of technical information between/within the company and customer
• Maintain organized and detailed project records

• Cost Control & Budget Review
• Assist in the coordination of pricing, estimating, scoping strategies for proposed projects and in the development and preparation of technical specifications
• Assist in the preparation of probable construction cost estimates
• Assist in the analysis of reports, maps, drawings, blueprints, tests and aerial photographs on soil compositions, terrain, hydrological characteristics, and other topographical and geologic data to plan and design project
• Prepare design computations and quantity estimates

• Design Management
• Review designs, drawings, plans and specifications for projects, engineered systems, technical equipment or components
• Assist in client contact and communication pertaining to specific projects
• Assist in the preparation or modification of reports, specifications, plans, construction schedules, environmental impact studies, permits and designs for project
• Instruct technicians to reduce designs to working drawings

• Administration of Contract with Client
• Develop and foster lasting relationships with client by implementing, following through, and keeping lines of communication open
• Other duties as assigned by the Project Manager or Operations Manager
• Subcontractors Management

• Subcontractor management details
• Prepare S/C agreement ensuring that Scope is clear and unambiguous, Schedule satisfies main schedule requirements, all terms and conditions are understood and accepted by both parties, Interfaces are clearly identified. Manage Subs, payment, progress and claims.
• Serves as the Project Manager in his or her absence.

Knowledge, experience, and special skills required

• Must be authorized to work in the United States
• Must have an active U.S. Secret Level Security Clearance
• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited institution in Engineering, Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Construction Science / Technology or Construction Management
• Minimum of 5 years of professional employment as an engineer or architect managing comparable work
• Experience in all aspects of design/build contract execution
• Experience working on projects valued at $150-$200M
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software, Revit and BIM
• Excellent planning, organizational, verbal, and written communication skills
• Independent; little supervision needed
• Courteous, professional, diplomatic
• High level of confidentiality

Preferred experience

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Project Management, Engineering or Architecture
• International U.S. Government Construction industry experiences interacting with various diverse cultures
• Registered Professional Engineer
• Overseas Building Operations (OBO) experience

Physical, mental and environmental demands

The demands described here are not exhaustive but are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions in accordance with applicable law, provided that the individual does not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of others when performing such essential functions.

Physical demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to grasp and reach overhead, operate office equipment, and perform specialized skills. The employee must have the ability to stoop, squat, stand, walk, twist, balance, climb (ladder and stairs of high-rise building), kneel, crouch, speak, carry, and hear. The employee must have the ability to lift, carry, push or pull and move up to 15 pounds. The job may require use of personal protective equipment in active construction zones. The employee must be able to hear warning sounds and alarms and communicate effectively. Vision requirements include close, distance, color, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Mental demands: The position requires a high degree of concentration in a busy environment, with significant analytical, perceptual, and decision-making demands to ensure safety and meet deadlines.

Environmental demands: The position entails working on a busy construction site overseas, often away from family, in locations with laws, norms, and potential instability that may differ from the U.S. Work involves a 60-hour work week, 6 days per week, 10 hours per day. Flexibility with hours/days is required. May work in extreme hot, cold, humid, and wet conditions. Exposure to construction equipment, power tools, chemicals, heights, and high noise levels. Potential exposure to dust, fumes, and airborne particles.

Note: The statements describe the general nature and level of work and are not exhaustive of all duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities, and environmental conditions.

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American International Contractors, Inc. is an EEO/AA/Disability/Vets Employer