Project Engineer Assistant

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Summary:

Summary Description: Provide assistance and administrative support for GCI Professional Engineer to deliver forensic engineering services for GCI clients.
Position Type: Full-Time Weekly Hours: 40+
Total Compensation: Salary & Profit Sharing Position
Location: South Florida
Reports Directly To: Senior Professional Engineer
Experience/Certification Required: Previous experience with administrative and project management support in the engineering or construction management industries.
Education Required: BS in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related fields from an accredited university.
Travel Required: Yes

Mission/Role:

Provide assistance and administrative support for a GCI Professional Engineer to deliver forensic engineering services for GCI clients. This position offers an opportunity to work directly with, in a support capacity, one of the senior consultants and Professional Engineers at GCI.

Desired Outcomes:

Responsibilities:

• Provide assistance and administrative support for GCI Professional Engineer to deliver forensic engineering services for GCI clients.
• Assist with site investigations and testing as assigned to support the investigations led by the GCI Senior Professional Engineer.
• Assist with the preparation and delivery of expert reports as required.
• Provide administrative support, including managing scheduling, internal and external communications, organizing field notes, and other duties and tasks as assigned.
• Other responsibilities and projects that may be assigned by Leadership.

Desired Qualifications, Skills and Competencies:

Experience & Skills Requirements:

• Previous experience with administrative and project management support in the engineering or construction management industries.
• Previous engineering or construction experience a plus.
• Previous experience in an assistant or administrative support capacity.
• Superior written and oral communication skills, including written and spoken English proficiency.
• Superior organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work in and review work in AutoCAD is a plus.
• Proficient in the use of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other Office suite software.
• Proficient with technology.

Personal Traits Requirements:

• Integrity – a personal commitment to truth and honesty.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Quality driven.
• Aptitude for learning technical and mechanical concepts.
• Self-directed, resourceful, and self-motivated.
• Self-discipline to follow through and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Flexibility and ability to deal with uncertainty.
• Strong “people” skills.
• Creativity in problem solving and dealing with adversity.

Other Requirements:

• Work Attire: Professional demeanor and appearance (appropriate professional grooming, hygiene, and business casual attire).
• Ability to work a full-time schedule including occasional weekends as may be necessary.
• Must be willing and able to travel (including over-night travel).
• Willing and able to work outdoors and on buildings.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable individual transportation.
• Must be willing to complete Kolbe and Clifton Strengths assessments.
• Must be willing to submit to a criminal background, credit check, and drug test.

Education & Certification Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related fields from an accredited university.
• US work authorization

Compensation & Benefits

• Compensation: Base Salary, commensurate with experience.
• Work from home
• 401K with Safe Harbor match up to 6%
• 401K Profit based sharing annually at discretion of company
• Paid Health Insurance
• Paid Holidays and Paid Vacation
• Mileage Reimbursement for Business Travel
• Continuing Education, Professional Development Opportunities, and Professional License Maintenance