Project Engineer

Jacksonville, FL, United States

Universal Engineering Sciences (UES) has an opening in our Deep Foundations department. UES is a nationwide leader in Geotechnical Engineering, Construction Materials Testing and Inspection, Building Code Compliance, Environmental, Occupational Health & Safety, and Building Envelope.

Overview

Universal Engineering Sciences (UES) is a nationwide leader in Geotechnical Engineering, Construction Materials Testing and Inspection, Building Code Compliance, Environmental, Occupational Health & Safety, and Building Envelope services.

Summary

The Project Engineer is responsible for helping oversee large projects across the state of Florida, troubleshooting with clients, and other engineering responsibilities throughout the state of Florida. The ideal candidate is a reliable, trustworthy individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment where both collaboration and autonomy are valued.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Required to drive, stand, walk, use hands to type, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance, talk, and hear. Body motions and movements include bending, twisting, reaching, stooping, pulling, kneeling, lifting, carrying, and pushing. Standing or sitting for extended periods of time may be required.

• Lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds is expected regularly. Occasional lifting and/or moving up to 75 pounds is expected occasionally.

• Climbing a ladder may be required.

• Job site conditions may or may not be accessible by vehicle and can include uneven surfaces, sand, and other natural and man-made obstacles.

• This job may be exposed to outside weather conditions and construction sites where the noise level may be more than moderate for extended periods of time. The typical noise level of this job is moderate.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Perform geotechnical evaluations including slope stability, deep foundations evaluations, lateral foundation evaluations, retaining wall evaluations, roadway stability studies, settlement evaluations, miscellaneous shaft evaluations

Perform complex analyses, such as structural design of pile elements, underpinning systems, and special engineering inspections

Prepare scope proposals for projects and project management

Prepares and/or directs preparation and modification of reports, specifications, plans, testing schedules, and designs for the project

Attend client meetings as required

Troubleshoot client issues & maintain successful client relations

Interpret geologic, hydrogeologic, and engineering characteristics of the subsurface

Review pile logs & pile driving analysis

Administer load tests

Oversight and management of both large and small-scale geotechnical projects during both the design and construction phases

Provide mentorship and support to junior-level geotechnical engineers & department managers in the region

Prepare reports and letters for submittal to regulatory agencies and/or clients

Use computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment to prepare engineering reports and design documents

Ensures projects are meeting budget, schedule, and deadlines

Assist business development personnel in obtaining geotechnical work

Attend business development events to grow the service line throughout the state

Other duties may be assigned

Required Qualifications: Valid Florida Driver’s License with an acceptable driving record (in accordance with our Driver’s License and Motor Vehicle Record Check Criteria)

Ability to pass a background check screening in accordance with Florida’s Jessica Lunsford Act (or equivalent state classification).

High school diploma or equivalent (GED)

Four (4) year degree from a US-accredited college or university, majoring in Civil Engineering, or similar, field

At least ten (10) years’ experience as a proven leader and producer in the Geotechnical Services group

Registered Professional Engineer (PE) in the state of Florida

Ability to travel within Florida to attend site visits, client meetings, business development events, and other meetings

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or clients.

Computer skills sufficient to operate a laptop and cell phone, including sending and receiving emails, prepare and present PowerPoint Presentations, and learn Deltek Vision, SAP Concur, and various building department software(s). Advanced computer skills that require an in-depth understanding of various engineering software.

Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, and permutations. Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, sampling theory, and factor analysis.

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Preferred Qualifications: Master’s degree in Civil, Geotechnical, Environmental, or Structural Engineering, or similar

Registered Professional Engineer (PE) in multiple other states

Proficiency with various engineering software, such as AutoCAD, FB Deep, FB Multi-Pier, MSE Wall External Stability, Bluebeam, etc.

Who We Are: UES provides essential engineering services for some of the most prominent and significant projects in the nation. Our team members, from our drillers to administrative staff, contribute directly to projects that transform communities. With some of the greatest talent in Geotechnical Engineering, Construction Materials Testing and Inspection, Code Compliance, Environmental, Occupational Health & Safety, and Building Envelope, we are committed to delivering groundbreaking solutions for our clients. At the core of our success is our team members who make it all possible. We know that the projects we deliver are only as good as our people, which is why we offer enriching opportunities for career growth at every level.

Growing in Excellence

As the #1 fastest growing AEC firm on The Zweig Group's Hot Firm list in 2021, UES is poised to lead our industry into the future. As we evolve from a one-man operation to a company spanning 73 branches and 3,500 employees, we’re looking for enthusiastic talent to launch their careers and grow along with us.

Why Work at UES?

We value the individual contributions of our employees, and we show this through providing great benefits. Click here to see how we support our people in and out of the workplace . Please ask your recruiter what benefits plans apply to you.

EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Universal Engineering Sciences is a Drug-Free Workplace. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

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