Construction Administrator

The Wooten Company’s Greenville, NC office is seeking a Project Engineer Construction Administrator who will work closely with the Construction Services Lead. This position is an engineering role providing the opportunity to be an essential part of the growth of our Construction Services Division.

Who are you? The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated Professional Engineer (PE) with an academic or professional background in water, wastewater, land development, and stormwater projects for both local governments and private clients. You work well with a team and communicate well with people of varying backgrounds and experiences. You possess the ability to provide design guidance, leadership and approval of projects. This position is responsible for the administration of assigned civil engineering projects including quality, client expectations and profitability.

What will you be doing? Candidates can expect to manage all activities related to project construction contracts including contractor coordination, shop drawings review, field observation, status report preparation, pay request and change order review. The person in this role will be a critical touchpoint to administer construction contracts, work with field personnel, and assist managers in adherence to budgets related to construction activities. Other activities include continuous development of the construction process with emphasis on efficiency, quality assurance and timely project closeout. Candidates can expect to be continually challenged by projects which change daily and designs that need to be adjusted to meet field conditions, all while working within the terms of the contract. The ability to negotiate with the contractor and the owner is a key skill for this position. This person will make a significant impact on the success of projects by working with the client and the contractor to ensure the client receives an end product that solves their needs, allowing them to carry out their mission and business.

Who will you be working with? Candidates will work closely with owners, contractors, and other project stakeholders. You will be working with clients directly in the field, constantly developing your knowledge and experience in the areas of engineering, water, and wastewater treatment facility design and construction. In this role, candidates can expect cross functional collaboration across all teams and specialties, providing an opportunity to interact with The Wooten Company colleagues in both North and South Carolina. Additionally, this person will regularly work with local government and private clients, as well as local and state agencies. For the right person with a desire to grow professionally, this role is a good opportunity for professional development and to contribute to the growing presence of TWC in the North Carolina region.

Where will you be working? Our Greenville office is located in the Uptown Greenville area, just south of the Tar River nestled amongst many restaurants and breweries, and just around the corner from East Carolina University’s Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium.  Within a quick 30-minute drive to the town of Washington, just under an hour to New Bern, or a couple of hours to Emerald Isle and Wilmington, beach lovers can explore lovely coastal vistas on an easy weekend trip.  The healthcare community is one of the largest in North Carolina, and many newly renovated restaurants and nightclubs alongside the bustling arts and entertainment hub in Uptown Greenville, as well as a plethora of outdoor recreational opportunities in the local parks and along the Tar River, allow residents a wide variety of options for everyone to enjoy.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• BS Degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering, Construction Engineering Technology, or similar Construction Engineering Degree / Focus from an accredited four-year college or university.
• NC Licensed Professional Engineer (or if licensed outside NC, ability to obtain NC license within one year).
• 3 - 6 years’ experience in the field of engineering and / or construction.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Ability to assess, prioritize, and resolve any construction issues quickly and efficiently.
• Ability to work well with clients and represent The Wooten Company core values.
• Communicates easily with Federal and State regulatory personnel; familiar with local, state, and federal regulatory requirements.
• Possesses skills in negotiation and consensus building.
• Possesses ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Coordinates with engineering associates to ensure project completion in compliance with contract documents and regulatory requirements; works closely with clients to ensure a successful project.
• Works in tandem with field personnel to ensure proper observation of construction is provided.
• Reviews shop drawings, manuals, warranties, and other project and post-construction submittals for approval and dispositions.
• Conduct periodic on-site observations and prepare status reports, conducts meetings, and make timely document interpretations.
• Reviews Contractor payment requests and contract change order information for recommendations to Owner.
• Conducts and participates in pre-construction conferences and construction progress meetings.
• Provides biddability / constructability review (quality control review) during final design stages.
• Accumulates, evaluates and presents feedback information to engineering associates related to errors and omissions in construction documents and the performance of equipment / materials and system.

ABOUT THE WOOTEN COMPANY

We are a multi-disciplinary firm dedicated to providing engineering, geomatics, building systems and architectural services to municipalities, counties, water and sewer authorities, educational institutions, mission critical facilities, and private industry across the Carolinas. We provide our clients with consulting for civil / environmental engineering, mechanical / electrical / plumbing engineering, architecture, and GIS / surveying services. These departments work together with our team of funding specialists to provide financing assistance for many local government projects, and we pride ourselves on having helped secure over $600 million in grants and loans for infrastructure improvements and community enhancements.  As communities across North and South Carolina face ever changing environmental and economic challenges, we remain dedicated to providing and improving the infrastructure necessary to remain one of the country's best places to live, work, and raise a family.  

COMPANY BENEFITS 

• Medical, dental, vision options to fit your needs - High-Deductible Health Plan and traditional PPO plan.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Company paid life and AD&D insurance, plus supplemental life insurance options.
• Company paid short- and long-term disability.
• Paid Holidays and PTO.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.

PERKS & TOOLS TO SUCCEED 

• Continuing Education / Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Professional Registration and Organization Reimbursement Program
• Summer Hours - flexible work schedules so you can enjoy the sunshine!
• Branded clothing reimbursement program 
• Employee Appreciation Events 
• Job Type: Full-time role

Recruiting Agencies, Please Note
The Wooten Company will not accept unsolicited assistance from recruiting/search agencies for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by recruiting or search agencies to any employee at The Wooten Company via email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search/recruitment agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of The Wooten Company. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by The Wooten Company as a result of the referral or through other means.