Job Details

DLZ Corporation is an award-winning architecture and engineering firm serving public and private entities across the nation. As a multidisciplinary firm, DLZ provides engineering and architectural design services, construction management, surveying, right-of-way acquisition and materials testing. In 2016, DLZ was named Design Firm of the Year by Engineering News-Record (ENR) Midwest. In addition, DLZ is consistently ranked as one of ENR's Top 150 U.S. Design Firms. Our growth is a testament to the quality of our work and the satisfaction of our clients.

Our mission is to build on our reputation for excellence by becoming the preferred architectural, engineering, and environmental firm. We focus on meeting and exceeding our clients' expectations and are known for our competence, integrity, and contributions to the people and communities we service and in which we live.

DLZ Corporation has a Construction Services Project Engineer opportunity in the MetroDetroit area.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Perform engineering and construction assignments requiring application of specialized technical expertise performed independent of other personnel; exercise professional judgment in autonomous decisions.
• Responsible for projects of moderate complexity and have leadership responsibility for less experienced staff.
• Manage the inspection and testing personnel on multiple projects including QA/QC testing. Coordinate and schedule activities in the field, including the maintenance of all field equipment.
• Assist in developing proposals, change orders, budgets, contract management, report review and distribution.
• Reviews new procedures and coordinate new activity startup as required.
• Assist with pavement evaluations and transportation projects. Constructability reviews on Transportation Projects.
• Provide technical support for construction services operations.
• Assist geotechnical group with boring layouts and coring.
• Monitoring the installation of deep foundations such as ACP, H-Piles, caissons, etc.
• Determine specified testing and inspection requirements from plans and specifications as needed.
• Assist in training new technicians in basic field testing as requested.
• Perform concrete, soil, and asphalt testing and inspections in accordance with specified procedure and standards. Perform all related field and laboratory tests.
• Report results to supervisor or designated on-site client representative
• Maintain all records of test results and daily reports.
• Recognize unusual test results or site conditions, report these in a timely manner. Offer constructive suggestions for possible corrections.
• Perform all work in a safe and responsible manner, in accordance with the Health and Safety Plan.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) registration required; Professional Engineer (PE) preferred
• 5 or more years of construction materials testing and inspection experience is preferred
• 2 or more years engineering experience in Transportation systems and programs
• Ability to read plans and specifications
• Familiar with MDOT - Plans/Specifications/Practices
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential
• Must have the ability to work independently or as part of a team
• The ability to lift 50+ pounds, stand for long periods of time, and work in inclement weather.
• Valid driver's license and willing to use personal vehicle for job related work, as needed.

At DLZ we offer an excellent benefit package including health, dental, vision and life insurance, medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts, health savings account, and 401(k) with an Employee Stock Ownership Program. We also offer an innovative wellness program including gym reimbursement!

DLZ is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. DLZ fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected by federal, state, and local laws.