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Michael Baker International · 2 days ago

Design Associate II

Peoria, IL

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

$94K/yr - $94K/yr

Michael Baker International is a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, and they are seeking a Design Associate II to support construction plan review and inspection of field work. The role involves ensuring compliance with contract specifications, documenting daily quantities for pay estimates, and collaborating with project teams and external clients.

ArchitectureInformation TechnologyService Industry

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

The Civil Associate position will be responsible for construction plan review and inspection of field work performed by the contractor to ensure it meets the contract specifications

Inspection of material on site to ensure it meets plan requirements

Responsible for identifying changed existing conditions and generating an engineering solution

Responsible for documenting daily quantities for monthly pay estimates

Qualification

Civil EngineeringProject Management PlatformsMicrosoft ExcelTechnical DocumentationVirtual CollaborationCommunication SkillsTeamwork

Required

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related

Knowledge of web-based project management platforms to support all phases of project execution

Experience documenting materials incorporated into the project

Tracking and reporting daily contractor operations – inspection of operations in the field requires the knowledge and application of the static and dynamic forces on bridge members, reinforced concrete designs and other items which are only taught in civil engineering classes

Reviewing and responding to RFIs (Requests for Information) – this requires review of engineering plans using engineering judgements and evaluation

Generating and submitting pay estimates

Managing and responding to submittals – reviewing technical submittals uses principles of engineering acquired from civil engineering degree

Expected to be proficient in using Teams for virtual collaboration, including attending and participating in project meetings with both internal teams and external clients

Ability to set up and manage virtual meetings, organize shared files, and collaborate within Teams channels to facilitate smooth communication and document access

Expertise in Microsoft Excel for calculating and recording daily pay item quantities for inclusion in monthly pay estimates

Perform quantity take-offs from construction plans and compare them against designer-provided calculations for accuracy and consistency

Ability to use formulas, tables, and formatting tools to create clear, organized, and auditable documentation

Proficient in drafting professional documents including technical memos, correspondence to clients and contractors, and formal submittal responses

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401k Retirement Plan

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability

Professional and personal development

Generous paid time off

Commuter and wellness benefits

Company

Michael Baker International

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Michael Baker International is a Critical Service Provider company.

Founded in 1940

Alexandria, Virginia, USA

5001-10000 employees

http://mbakerintl.com/

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