This Opportunity
This Opportunity WSP is currently initiating a search for a Field Structural Engineer on Rail Projects in our 800 Broadway, Brooklyn NY - Client's office 100% of the time. Be involved in projects with our PMCM Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges. Interlocking replacement knowledge
Your Impact
Job Duties
Provide assistance to the Project Manager / Client Management team as directed
Review shop drawings and provide engineering support during construction
May be required to provide technical guidance and direction to support staff, contractors, and/or vendors
Check designs and drawings
Experience with Rail Outage and schedules
Nights / Weekend work required – 12 hours shifts
Overall contract compliance via daily inspections for all rail construction
Prepare daily inspection reports in accordance with the project's requirements
Monitoring of sub-contractor & supplier usage to ensure pre-approval before work starts
Assist the contractor(s) with the coordination of activities on the construction site with the other trades and the facility
Monitor workforce and performance against the work plan
Complete punchlists and track completion
Perform additional duties as deemed necessary
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
3-5 years minimum experience in Railroad construction experience
Knowledge of Ballast, Ties and Rail structure, bridge and facility construction methods, materials, standards, and specifications, with knowledge of all facets of construction and construction documents.
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Knowledge of typical Structural Steel Repairs, experience in reviewing shop drawings
Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering
Ability to pass Safety Training
Working knowledge of applicable codes, standards, and materials.
Working knowledge of state and federal safety, environment guidelines and regulations.
Proficient in basic computer skills utilizing Windows / Outlook / Word / Excel and scheduling applications
Strong interpersonal skills
Valid driver’s license - Occasional travel within the region may be required.
Proven ability to adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
This position is subject to and contingent upon client approval of candidates put forth for consideration by WSP and successful background check.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Agency Construction preferred.
OSHA 30 Certification
WSP Benefits
WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on a providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.
Compensation
Expected Salary: $90,800 - $129,800
WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, and/or federal law.
