Construction Engineer

Job Description:

Construction Engineer

Description

Marketing Statement

Ride BART to a satisfying career that lets you both: 1) make a difference to Bay Area residents, and 2) enjoy excellent pay, benefits, and employment stability. BART is looking for people who like to be challenged, work in a fast-paced environment, and have a passion for connecting riders to work, school and other places they need to go. BART offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, paid time off, and the CalPERS retirement program.

Job Summary

Department
Office of Infrastructure Delivery

Pay Rate
Non-Represented Pay Band 6
Minimum $123,687.00 to Max: $187,387.00
The starting salary will be between minimum and midpoint, commensurate with experience.

Posted Date
October 28, 2024

Closing Date
Open Until Further Notice
Initial screening will begin on November 28, 2024

Reports To
As assigned in the office of Infrastructure Delivery Department

Days Off
Typically, Saturday and Sunday, but working variable shifts, including nights and weekends may be required

Who May Apply
All current BART employees and qualified individuals who are not yet BART employees.

Current Assignment
This job announcement will be used to establish a pool of eligible candidates with extensive knowledge in construction management for vacancies that may occur within the Construction Engineering Services Division within the next twelve (12) months. The current vacancy is a capital position and is subject to time and funding limitations.

The Office of Infrastructure Delivery Department - Construction Engineering Services Division is currently looking to recruit for a Construction Engineer with extensive knowledge in construction management. This position plays a key role in facilitating construction in an operating environment with a priority on safe, swift, and compliant action.

Construction Engineers are expected to work independently on delivery capital construction projects, with occasional instructions from their supervisor or peers. This position requires a minimum of two (2) years of full-time experience in engineering design and/or construction projects. The most qualified incumbents will possess detailed subject matter expertise in administering capital construction projects.

Under general supervision, the successful candidate will perform the following duties, but are not limited to the following:

• Apply principles and practices of engineering design and construction on capital construction project(s), including manufacturing process, field installation, testing and final inspection and acceptance. Projects may include civil, track structural, electrical, mechanical, train control, traction power, communication, and other related support systems for operational railway transit.
• Assist with implementation of construction on active railway and/or operating facilities such as yards, shops, stations and substations. Includes coordinating with maintenance personnel to facilitate construction support and access requirements.
• Apply knowledge of engineering design, construction, and maintenance to facilitate informed and timely design decisions to assist with problem solving in real time when field conditions conflicts with the design plans.
• Prepare change orders, independent cost estimates, and conduct negotiations. Includes interpreting and preparing revisions to engineering plans, drawings, and specifications.
• Conduct field inspections, measuring and testing to monitor compliance with the contract documents. Includes preparing clear and concise reports.
• Follow construction safety procedures and best safety practices for working on an active railway.
• Utilize knowledge of transit system components and how they affect constructability and construction including traction power, train control, and operations.

Ideal incumbents will possess the following skills beyond the minimum qualifications:

• Strong knowledge of project management and construction management practices, including scheduling, document control, change order management, field inspections, project reporting, and risk management.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to make clear presentations, produce concise technical reports, and translate technical issues to business and operational perspectives.
• Familiarity with civil, track structural, electrical, mechanical, train control, traction power, communication, and other related support systems, and a keen interest in staying abreast of emerging technologies, developments, and trends in these fields.
• Ability to work successfully with multidisciplinary teams.
• Knowledge of terminology, methods, practices, and techniques used in technical engineering report preparation
• Knowledge of scheduling software and construction management systems
• Knowledge of CAD and 3D modelling systems
• Comprehensive knowledge of office software including word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation graphics products

NOTE: Because some projects are based on capital work, some of the positions are capital positions and are subject to time and funding limitations.

Selection Process
Applications will be screened to assure that minimum qualifications are met. Those applicants who meet minimum qualifications will then be referred to the hiring department for the completion of further selection processes.

The selection process for this position may include a skills/performance demonstration, a written examination, and a panel and/or individual interview.

The successful candidate must have an employment history demonstrating reliability and dependability; provide copies of certificates, diplomas or other documents as required by law, including those establishing his/her right to work in the U. S; pass a pre-employment medical examination which may include a drug and alcohol screen, and which is specific to the essential job functions and requirements. Pre-employment processing will also include a background check. (Does not apply to current full-time District employees unless specific job requires additional evaluations).

Application Process
External applicants may only apply online, at www.bart.gov/jobs. Applicants needing assistance with the online application process may receive additional information by calling (510) 464-6112.

Current employees are strongly encouraged to apply online, either at www.bart.gov/jobs, or on WebBART. Current employees may also apply using a BART paper application by delivering the completed form to the Human Resources Department, or by mailing it to P. O. Box 12688, Oakland, CA 94604-2688.

All applicants are asked to complete the application in full, indicating dates of employment, all positions held, hours worked, and a full description of duties. On line applicants are invited to electronically attach a resume to the application form to provide supplemental information, but should not consider the resume a substitute for the application form itself.
Applications must be complete by the closing date and time listed on the job announcement.

Equal Employment Opportunity
The San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants shall not be discriminated against because of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and above), religion, national origin (including language use restrictions), disability (mental and physical, including HIV and AIDS), ancestry, marital status, military status, veteran status, medical condition (cancer/genetic characteristics and information), or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws.

The BART Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities or for religious reasons. Please advise the Human Resources Department of any special needs in advance of the examination by emailing at least 5 days before your examination date at employment@bart.gov.
Qualified veterans may be eligible to obtain additional veteran's credit in the selection process for this recruitment (effective Jan. 1, 2013). To obtain the credit, veterans must attach to the application a DD214 discharge document or proof of disability and complete/submit the Veteran's Preference Application no later than the closing date of the posting. For more information about this credit please go to the Veteran's Preference Policy and Application link at www.bart.gov/jobs.

Other Information
Please note that any job announcement may be canceled at any time.
Please be prepared to present documentation in support of any required licenses, degrees, or certifications upon request.

Note
When you have successfully applied for this position you will receive an auto reply e-mail acknowledging that your application was received for this position. Please retain a copy of the e-mail for your records. If you receive an auto reply that does not specifically reference this position, please email Employment Help at employment@bart.gov for assistance.
To verify submission of your application, click on the 'My Career Tools' link at the top of the 'Careers Home Page' after submitting your application to view the list of applications you have submitted (including application date and status). If you have further questions, please email the Employment Help at employment@bart.gov, between the hours of 8:15am - 5:00pm, Monday- Friday.

Examples of Duties

Performs a variety of professional engineering duties related to the subject department. Duties may include preparing engineering specifications, preliminary cost estimates, engineering drawings, sketches, calculations and analyses.

Prepares engineering designs, specifications, costs and quantity estimates for engineering construction projects; prepares and/or reviews the adequacy and accuracy of computations.

Assists in the establishment of schedules and methods for providing engineering project oversight services; responsible for the verification of quantities of materials and adherence to specifications; may recommend resources to be allocated.

Monitors work activities to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures; evaluates proposed changes to approved plans and specifications.

Recommends approval of and submits contractor’s progress payment applications; performs audits of contractor and suppliers to ensure adherence to established policies procedures.

Prepares a variety of reports and correspondence on project matters including Inspector’s Daily Reports, monthly and final completion reports, contract modifications negotiations, field and design engineering changes, and correspondence with the contractor on fulfillment of requirements.

Discusses and coordinates engineering design or construction project activities with design engineering staff and other affected engineering personnel.

Maintains awareness of progress on assigned engineering design or construction projects to ensure compliance with designated time and cost schedules.

Provides assistance to inspectors in the interpretation of plans and resolution of problems during construction.

Reviews construction design plans to evaluate potential construction problems; monitors construction project expenditures.

Utilizes a variety of engineering programs and application including CADD.

Attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of engineering design and construction.

Conducts field inspections; ensures compliance with specifications.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field from an accredited college or university.

Experience

Two (2) years of (full-time equivalent) verifiable engineering design and construction project experience.

Substitution

Additional engineering experience as outlined above may be substituted for the above education on a year-for-year basis. A college degree is preferred.

Knowledge and Skills

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of engineering in assigned discipline area
• Operations, services and activities of an engineering design and construction program
• Principles and practices of engineering cost estimating
• Methods and techniques of field measuring and testing
• Engineering contract administration principles and practices
• Materials and equipment methods utilized in engineering
• Terminology, methods, practices, and techniques used in related engineering report preparation
• Advanced mathematical principles
• Current office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers
• Specialized computer programs or systems utilized in construction engineering design including CADD
• Related building codes, regulations and provisions
• Related Federal, State, and local laws, codes and regulations

Skill/Ability in :

• Applying principles and practices in engineering design and construction in assigned projects
• Interpreting and explaining District policies and procedures
• Preparing clear and concise reports
• Interpreting and preparing revisions to engineering plans, drawings, and specifications
• Communicating clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work

Equal Employment Opportunity GroupBox1

The San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants shall not be discriminated against because of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and above), religion, national origin (including language use restrictions), disability (mental and physical, including HIV and AIDS), ancestry, marital status, military status, veteran status, medical condition (cancer/genetic characteristics and information), or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws.

The BART Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities or for religious reasons. Please advise the Human Resources Department of any special needs in advance of the examination by emailing at least 5 days before your examination date at employment@bart.gov .

Qualified veterans may be eligible to obtain additional veteran's credit in the selection process for this recruitment (effective Jan. 1, 2013). To obtain the credit, veterans must attach to the application a DD214 discharge document or proof of disability and complete/submit the Veteran's Preference Application no later than the closing date of the posting. For more information about this credit please go to the Veteran's Preference Policy and Application link at www.bart.gov/jobs .

The San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District (BART) prides itself in offering best in class benefits packages to employees of the District. Currently, the following benefits may be available to employees in this job classification.

Highlights

• Medical Coverage (or $350/month if opted out)
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Insurance (Basic and Enhanced Plans Available)
• Retirement Plan through the CA Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS)
  • 2% @ 55 (Classic Members)
  • 2% @ 62 (PEPRA Members)
  • 3% at 50 (Safety Members - Classic)
  • 2.7% @ 57 (Safety Members - PEPRA)
  • Reciprocity available for existing members of many other public retirement systems (see BART website and/or CalPERS website for details)

Money Purchase Pension Plan (in-lieu of participating in Social Security tax)

• 6.65% employer contribution up to annual maximum of $1,868.65

Deferred Compensation & Roth 457 Sick Leave Accruals (12 days per year) Vacation Accruals (3-6 weeks based on time worked w/ the District) Holidays: 9 observed holidays and 5 floating holidays Life Insurance w/ ability to obtain additional coverage Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance Survivor Benefits through BART Short-Term Disability Insurance Long-Term Disability Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts: Health and Dependent Care Commuter Benefits Free BART Passes for BART employees and eligible family members.

Closing Date/Time: Continuous

Salary:

$123,687.00 - $187,387.00 Annually