Construction Representative, Sr. jobs in Virginia Beach, VA

Overview

Join us as we Rise to the Challenge

At KCI, we’re building an enduring community that provides unparalleled value to our employee-owners. We make our mark designing and delivering our world-class solutions, so we invest deeply in supporting and developing our team. We reward integrity and commitment, and when we do well, you do well. Our employees have the freedom to innovate, unlimited growth, a voice that matters, a lifestyle that works, and skin in the game. Achievements are shared and celebrated. As a team, we are motivated to better ourselves, each other, and the world around us. 

THE COMPANY

KCI Technologies, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned engineering, consulting and construction firm serving clients throughout the United States. KCI is recognized as an industry leader, employing cutting-edge technologies, management practices and strategic growth initiatives. Employee ownership fosters an entrepreneurial spirit, encourages technical expertise, and shapes strategic planning.

KCI is currently ranked #48 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 50 design firms in the nation.

KCI BENEFITS INFORMATION

We offer a competitive compensation package, family friendly benefits, a collaborative working environment, and the training, mentoring and resources you need to advance in your career.

We understand that you have choices, and we know that together we will make a great team!

KCI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive staff, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ individuals, and individuals with disabilities to apply.

Duties, Responsibilities & Other

• KCI Technologies, Inc., currently has an opening for an experienced, mid to senior level Quality Control Manager/Engineer for land bridges and roadway widening on I64 for the Hampton Roads Bridge Tunnel expansion project. Quality Managers solve construction quality problems in the field, and establish an effective working relationship with contractors, VDOT and other inspectors. Assist in inspections to assure compliance with contract plans, specifications, and special provisions on all phases of construction associated with highways. Assist in the preparation of contract change orders, and estimate inspector resources required. Manage sub consultants to coordinate the inspection sampling and testing of construction materials and activities to monitor compliance with contract specifications.
• Prepare and or review daily, weekly, and monthly reports as required. Ability to work independently, perform duties in the construction field office, and effectively make decisions concerning construction quality in progress and resolve at the lowest level in the field when possible.
• It is a management, supervision and leadership position that will direct and oversee the inspection and material testing efforts on eleven land bridges and the connecting roadway widening in Hampton Roads I64 corridor.
• Must have solid experience in construction methods, inspection, materials testing, daily report writing, VDOT documentation, specifications and standards.  VDOT certifications or in-depth knowledge of same are required. 
• Candidate should have experience applying engineering concepts to solve complex problems and have ability to plan, organize, and schedule daily inspection operations and to make independent decisions.
• The successful candidate will possess strong working knowledge of highway bridge and road construction procedures in heavy traffic and must be able to communicate effectively with co-workers, departmental personnel, contractors, developers, local and state officials, and the general public.
• The most qualified candidate will have an engineering degree or PE license with strong computer experience including office software web based data bases,  knowledge of engineering standards, policies and procedures related to transportation. Experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
• The position requires experience writing memos, reports, and emails that clearly convey technical information, construction issues and deficiencies  and engineering concepts. Position will also work in teams or independently to develop inspection check lists, inspection and testing plans for work activities.
• Knowledge of structural mechanics, and strength of materials. Knowledge of the physical characteristics and properties of various roadway and bridge construction materials including concrete and steel.
• Experience applying knowledge of federal, FHWA, state and local transportation rules, regulations and policies. Ability to read and explain complex drawings and specifications to juniors.
• 10 years of experience preferred

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required. Secondary degrees such as Master, licenses and certifications preferred.
• Minimum of 6 - 10 years of experience.

• Pre-employment drug screening is a condition of employment. Background and motor vehicle checks may be required based upon position.

Performance Expectations

• Complete Annual Individual Training Program
• Hire and train additional personnel as required
• Submit for approval and deliver timely annual Employee Performance Appraisals for assigned staff
• Train adequate backup personnel to support your role in your absence
• Develop and maintain customer relationships by soliciting monthly performance feedback, identifying client needs, and identifying the next project
• Comply with all KCI policies and procedures
• Ensure projects fulfill ISO compliance requirements
• Establish strong working relationship with client, contractors, and design engineers
• Maintain active participation in professional and business organizations
• Manage work routine of all assigned staff and assign job activities as required
• Complete other duties as required/assigned
• Achieve or exceed budgeted individual utilization target
• Assist with receivables management
• Complete all tasks on time and within budget while fully meeting the scope
• Consult and coordinate with other practices and sub-consultants as required
• Ensure effective use of equipment and personnel
• Manage project schedule and track burn rate to deliver all projects on time and within KCI's budget while fully meeting scope
• Operate within specified (corporate or project) budget parameters
• Analyze change orders and disputes and make recommendations to the owner
• Maintain document control for correspondence, RFIs, submittals, etc.
• Prepare and analyze schedules
• Prepare cost estimates
• Read plans and specifications and understand the construction contractor's means and methods
• Solve construction problems in the field
• Test, document, and assure quality of contractor's work

KCI Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.