The Section Manager, Construction Engineering is responsible for the quality, schedule and productivity of the work as well as the team, software and other resources required to exceed client and MEC requirements. You will be the single point of responsibility and accountability for the project. Responsibilities include pre-construction coordination, client relations, material buy outs, submittal review and approval, field measurement coordination, material inspections, weekly progress meetings, cost control, schedule control, quality control, change management, construction coordination, punch list and close out phases.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- RFP/RFQ process including; site visits, client meetings, scope development, preparation of project approach, assisting with technical plans and schedules.
- Creation of KPI's, budgets, and estimates.
- Manage the quality, schedule, and budget of self and subordinate project to exceed client and Milhouse requirements
- Design and manage design to client and regulatory requirements
- Keep MEC management advised of all quality, schedule, and budget variances in a timely manner
- Shop drawing review and disposition
- Prepare contract amendments, change order documentation, and claims documentation
- Strategically mentor and develop his/her team
- Develop Milhouse standards
- Prepare proposal development
- Stamp plans
- Assist management as directed
- Other duties as assigned
Required Skills/Capabilities:
- Strong knowledge of construction management / construction administration policies and procedures for a variety of clients.
- Ability to identify, analyze and resolve problems in a pro-active manner.
- Cultivate effective relationships with clients, and team members.
- Strong project management experience.
- Experience with IDOT/CDOT/Cook county.
- Proficient managing multiple projects simultaneously.
Education/Experience
- 9 - 12 plus years of progressive Civil Engineering Experience
- Bachelor’s and/or Master’s in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited University.
- Licensed, P.E. in the State of IL
- Demonstrated experience and success working with IDOT, CDOT, Tollway, and area municipalities.
Why Join the Civil Team? Here's why:
If you are looking to join an energetic and growing department, then the Milhouse Civil team might be the perfect fit for you. Beyond exciting Architectural, Transportation, Site Civil, and Structural project opportunities of all sizes and complexities, the Civil team also holds monthly team lunches and quarterly socials. We want to ensure that all our team members are engaged and maintaining the work life balance that is necessary to maximize their potential. If this sounds like a fit for you, then apply today!
Here's a little information on Milhouse Engineering and Construction, Inc.:
Milhouse Engineering and Construction, Inc. was founded in 2001 with the goal of building the best engineering company in the country. It was based on the belief that if we hired great people, fueled their passion while challenging them to excel, and maintained a laser focus on the needs of your clients, success would come- and so it has. Our portfolio of successful projects continues to grow, our family of highly satisfied clients continues to expand, and our staff just gets better and better.
We are a unique, Chicago-based firm whose collective passion, vision and expertise has led to phenomenal growth! With more than 500+ talented professionals and offices across the globe, Milhouse offers a dynamic work environment where there is no limit to what you can achieve if you are willing to go after it.
Our people are the cornerstone of our organization, and key to our success. Join a remarkably talented team that shares a passion for what they do and a vision for improving communities around the world through innovative engineering and construction.
Click here to see who we are, and how our people drive our culture each & every day.
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Important Notice to US Applicants
Milhouse Engineering and Construction, Inc. is an at-will employer.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Benefits List:
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Short Term Disability Insurance
401(k) Plan
Transit Benefits Program
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Employee Education & Development Program
Paid Holidays
Employee Referral Program
Wellness Program
Employee Recognition Program
Lunch and Learns
Milhouse University Classes (Cross Functional Training)
Higher Level Professional Development/Certification support
Paid Maternity and Paternity leave (plus incentives to support you in your first year of parenthood)
