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Job DescriptionJob DescriptionCONSTRUCTION ENGINEER I OAHU/KAUAIThe Construction Engineer I is responsible for managing or helping manage construction projects. They plan, coordinate, monitor budget, and supervise construction management field staff on projects from start to finish. They must understand all facets of the job and ensure contractor compliance with the plans, specifications, and contract. This position is a developmental role, and upward mobility largely hinges on overall ability to grasp and master all aspects of the job. This position falls within the engineering field job family and reports to a Construction Manager. The Construction Engineer I performs additional tasks and responsibilities as assigned. MUST be located in Hawaii, Washington, Missouri, Illinois, or Pennsylvania.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Enforce contractor compliance with the plans, specifications, and other contractual provisions throughout various phases of a project:planning, pre-construction, construction, and post-construction.Understand project schedule and contractor's work sequence.Oversee and ensure that all submittals, RFIs, correspondence, progress payments, certified payroll, material testing and any other documentation to or from the contractor are timely and meet contract requirements.Ensure the project team documents and develops reports of on-site observations, as-built conditions, non-conformances, and inspections of construction activities with photo records.Prepare cost estimates and complete negotiations with the contractor and manage the process of executing change orders.Stop work when a major safety violation occurs or when a major construction issue will affect contractual requirements. Discuss proper steps with the contractor and project team.Have a strong understanding of all applicable standards, codes, and permit requirements related to the project.Work on multiple projects as needed.QRSE Core Values:Pono (n.) righteous good. We do right by our coworkers, our colleagues, our clients, and our community.Le'ale'a (n.) fun. We celebrate our successes with fun and fulfillment.Ho'omaopopo (v.) to achieve understanding. We listen to understand and serve our QRSE ohana and client's unique needs.Lokahi (n.) team, unity. We are focused, working in unity.'Ano Kulana (n.) quality, standard. We are quality people driven by quality results.QRSE Core Skills:Accountability:Takes Ownership and Delivers ResultsTakes responsibility for delivering on commitments and achieving results.Demonstrates reliability and follow-through on tasks and projects.Shows initiative and proactively seeks out opportunities to improve performance.Manages emotions effectively and responds constructively to feedback.Demonstrates a willingness to be vulnerable and admit mistakes.Resourcefulness:Effectively Manages ResourcesFinds creative solutions to problems and overcomes obstacles.Maximizes available resources to achieve goals and objectives.Leverages technology and other resources to streamline processes and achieve efficiencies.Communication:Articulates Ideas Clearly and PersuasivelyArticulates ideas clearly and effectively to different audiences.Listens actively and responds appropriately to feedback and input.Persuasively communicates ideas and proposals to gain buy-in and support.Champions new ideas and initiatives that drive business results.Demonstrates the ability to manage conflicts and resolve differences.Required Education and Experience:Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field; 10years of field/project engineering experience; Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)Supervisory Responsibilities:The Construction Engineer I may supervise Field Engineers I-III, or other construction staff, as needed.Work Environment:This job operates in a construction site and professional office environment. The work may include exposure to various weather conditions, loud noises, and hazardous materials. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high. May be required to work in confined spaces, near heavy equipment, or at elevated heights.Physical Demands:The physical demands of this job may require the Construction Engineer I to stand, walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. They may also need to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, use hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.Position Type and Expected Hours of Work:This is a full-time position that typically requires 40 hours per week, but the job may require additional hours and overtime, depending on project needs. The Construction Engineer I may work evenings, nights, weekends, or holidays, as needed.Travel: This position requires travel to client locations or project sites. Assignments on neighbor islands are possible..