NANA - Akima

Project Engineer

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Job ID
2024-8738
Work Type
On-Site
Work Location
Anchorage 

Job Description

Summary

Plans, directs and coordinates activities of designated project to ensure that goals or objectives of project are accomplished within prescribed time frame and funding parameters by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate personnel.

*This position qualifies for the NANA Worley Candidate Referral Program, available only to existing NANA Worley employees*

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities 

Confers with project staff to outline work plan and to assign duties, responsibilities and scope of authority.

Directs and coordinates activities of project personnel to ensure project progresses on schedule and within prescribed budget.

Reviews status reports prepared by project personnel and modify schedules or plans as required.

Prepares project reports for management, client or others.

Confers with project personnel to provide technical advice and to resolve problems.

Plans, investigates, and surveys structures and equipment to determine feasibility and options.

Directs construction and maintenance activities at project site, including supervision of design personnel (i.e., engineers, designers, draftsmen) and subcontract personnel assigned to the project.

Uses computer assisted engineering and design software and equipment to prepare engineering and design documents.

Manages contractual commitments for contractors including costs, quality, schedule, and field activities.

Maintains quality of work in accordance with the standards specified in the design documents.

Ensures construction materials are tested to meet quality assurance requirements of the design.

Maintains effective communications and coordination between the client and the design engineer to ensure timeliness and accuracy.

Inspects construction site to monitor progress and ensure conformance to engineering plans, specifications, and construction and safety standards.

Prior experience with arctic North Slope construction activities.

Responsibilities

Confers with project staff to outline work plan and to assign duties, responsibilities and scope of authority.

Directs and coordinates activities of project personnel to ensure project progresses on schedule and within prescribed budget.

Reviews status reports prepared by project personnel and modify schedules or plans as required.

Prepares project reports for management, client or others.

Confers with project personnel to provide technical advice and to resolve problems.

Plans, investigates, and surveys structures and equipment to determine feasibility and options.

Directs construction and maintenance activities at project site, including supervision of design personnel (i.e., engineers, designers, draftsmen) and subcontract personnel assigned to the project.

Uses computer assisted engineering and design software and equipment to prepare engineering and design documents.

Manages contractual commitments for contractors including costs, quality, schedule, and field activities.

Maintains quality of work in accordance with the standards specified in the design documents.

Ensures construction materials are tested to meet quality assurance requirements of the design.

Maintains effective communications and coordination between the client and the design engineer to ensure timeliness and accuracy.

Inspects construction site to monitor progress and ensure conformance to engineering plans, specifications, and construction and safety standards.

Prior experience with arctic North Slope construction activities.

Qualifications

Education/Experience:

  • Bachelor of Science degree in a relevant engineering field from an accredited institution,
  • Minimum two (2) years project engineering experience.

Language Skills:

Ability to read, analyze and interpret common scientific and technical journals.  Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from clients, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to effectively present information to management and client.                                    

Mathematical Skills:

Comprehend and apply principles of calculus, modern algebra and statistical theory.  Ability to work with concepts such as limits, rings, quadratic and differential equations and proofs and theorems.  Ability to apply mathematical operations to work projects.

 Reasoning Ability:

Apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems.  Ability to deal with non-verbal symbols (formulas, scientific equations, graphs, etc.) in the most difficult phases.  Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables.  Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.

 Computer Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of MS Word word processing software; MS Excel software and current versions of AutoCAD design software.

Language Ability:

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.  Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.  Ability to speak effectively before groups of managers, clients or employees of organization.

 Math Ability:

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as fractions, proportions, and percentages.  Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

 Reasoning Ability:

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.  Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

 Computer Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of MS Word, word processing software, and MS Excel spreadsheet software.

 Supervisory Responsibilities:

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

 

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

 Analytical

Synthesizes complex or diverse information;

Collects and researches data;

Uses intuition and experience to complement data;

Designs workflows and procedures.                                

 Design

Generates creative solutions;

Translates concepts and information into images;

Uses feedback to modify designs;

Applies design principles;

Demonstrates attention to detail.

 Problem Solving

Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner;

Gathers and analyzes information skillfully;

Develops alternative solutions;

Works well in group problem solving situations;

Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

Technical Skills

Assesses own strengths and weaknesses;

Pursues training and development opportunities;

Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills;

Shares expertise with others.

 Interpersonal

Focuses on solving conflict;

Maintains confidentiality;

Listens;

Keeps emotions under control;

Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.

 Oral Communication

Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations;

Listens and gets clarification;

Responds well to questions;

Demonstrates group presentation skills;

Participates in meetings.

 Team Work

Balances team and individual responsibilities;

Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views;

Gives and welcomes feedback;

Contributes to building a positive team spirit;

Puts success of team above own interests;

Able to build moral and group commitments to goals and objectives;

Supports others’ efforts to succeed;

Recognizes accomplishments of other team members.

 Written Communication

Writes clearly and informatively;

Edits work for spelling and grammar;

Varies writing style to meet needs;

Presents numerical data effectively;

Able to read and interpret written information.

 Strategic Thinking

Develops strategies to achieve long-term success.

 Safety and Security

Observes safety and security procedures.

 

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit.  The employee is occasionally required to walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and talk or hear.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. 

Required Language

Equal Opportunity Employer/Shareholder Preference

NANAWorley is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran protected status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. NANA grants employment preference to shareholders of NANA and their spouses and descendants to the extent allowed by law.

 

It is NANAWorley’s policy to conduct background checks, drug testing and a physical assessment, as applicable, once an offer has been accepted, in accordance with company and/or contract requirements.

 

Accommodation Request

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To request an accommodation by telephone, contact us at: 1-800-478-2000

To request an accommodation by email, contact us at recruiting@nana.com

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