Moffatt & Nichol specializes in large complex waterfront infrastructure projects and is recognized as one of the worldwide leaders in this field. We are actively seeking a Senior Field Engineer (AKA Design Field Manager) with waterfront design and/or construction experience to support and provide on-site consultation for a large U.S. Navy construction project in Naval Station Norfolk, Virginia. The project provides a new pier requiring waterfront utility systems and dredging. This is a fantastic opportunity to support a highly visible, major construction project for the US Navy's Mid-Atlantic region. You will be the Design Field Manager for this new pier that will support the Navy's newest class of submarines! About Moffatt & Nichol: Moffatt & Nichol is a leading U.S.-based global infrastructure advisor specializing in the planning and design of facilities that shape and serve our coastlines, harbors and rivers, as well as an innovator in the transportation complexities associated with the movement of freight. For the 3rd year in a row, Moffatt & Nichol is ranked first in Engineering News-Record for Marine & Port Facilities in the U.S. Additionally, our firm consistently ranks in the Top 100 Pure Designers in the US and the Top 50 Designers in International Markets. Moffatt & Nichol's professional staff includes engineers, planners, scientists and architects who serve our global client base from offices in Europe, North America, Latin America, and the Pacific Rim. The firm provides clients worldwide with customized service and a level of excellence that have become the firm's hallmark in several primary practice areas - ports and harbors; coastal, environmental and water resources; urban waterfronts and marinas; transportation, bridges and rail; inspection and rehabilitation; and energy. Duties and responsibilities: * Serve as a Design Field Manager working 5 days per week on site in Norfolk, VA to provide design post construction administration services * Liaise between the Government Construction Manager (CM) and the Designer of Record (DOR) facilitating timely review and resolution of all field issues, submittals, and RFI's by the DOR * Provide initial field observations of construction, resolve challenges and communicate with design discipline leads to develop support needed to mitigate delays and impacts related to the construction contract documents * Bring construction non-conformance or concerns to the immediate attention of the Navy CM or Engineering Technician (ET) and document this in the Daily Report * Work closely with the Navy CM to address any technical issues that may arise during the construction period * Review and discuss with Navy CM and design project manager contractor's request(s) for change order. Assist the CM in determining if the contractor's request has merit based on contract change condition. Assist the CM in evaluating delay impacts and time extensions if any * Prepare daily reports indicating construction activities on site, material deliveries (as provided by the General Contractor), and weather conditions to include comments relating to the status of construction efforts * Maintain a complete file of all written records prepared by or submitted in connection with the project * Follow up with design disciplines as needed for timely responses to technical requests for information (RFI) * Receive and review schedules, submittals, and shop drawings to establish if the submitted materials meet the requirements of the contract documents * Participate in all Contractor QC and Government QA meetings * Perform other related engineering duties as needed Other duties: Please note this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Qualifications: * Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering strongly desired. Concentration in civil or structural engineering preferred * 15+ years of design/construction experience with waterfront infrastructure * Professional Engineer license required * Experience with reviewing and understanding detailed construction plans * Field responsibilities will be 5 days per week (Norfolk, VA) and hours may vary due to construction requirements, weather, or daylight. Willingness to work from Moffatt & Nichol's Norfolk, VA office on non-field days is preferred. Engineer may work on projects other than their primary project * Experience with AutoCAD and Primavera desired. Proficiency with geotechnical or structural design programs are a plus * Excellent communication and documentation skills with the ability to work independently and within a team * Valid driver's license in good standing * Possession of or eligibility to obtain a Transportation Workers Identification Credential (TWIC) * Possess DBIDS card or eligibility to successfully pass background check to secure Department of Defense DBIDS card and other badges required by clients * Due to client parameters, selected candidate must show (post offer) proof of U.S. citizenship and clear results of a thorough background check that may include but is not limited to credit and criminal history * Successful candidate must be pre-approved for hire by the client * All new hires will be required to successfully complete and pass a pre-employment (post offer) background check in compliance with NIST 800-171 * Moffatt & Nichol uses E-Verify and employment is contingent upon the legal ability to obtain employment in the U.S. and to present the required documentation at hire Working conditions: The work takes place in the field and may be performed during inclement weather. Must be able to work on the job site typically from 7:00 am to 4:00 pm and in the office on non-field days from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Flexible hours may be required to accommodate the construction schedule and project requirements. Travel to other job locations or offices may also be required. Physical requirements: Majority of work is field based which may necessitate navigating unpaved or natural terrain while carrying equipment. Enduring inclement weather will also be required. Moffatt & Nichol's EEO Statement: As a global business, Moffatt & Nichol relies on diversity of culture and thought to deliver on our goal of Creative People, Practical Solutions serving our client needs, and ensures nondiscrimination in all activities in accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. We continuously seek talented, qualified employees in our world-wide operations regardless of race, color, sex/gender, including gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national origin, religion, disability, age, marital status, citizen status, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification under country or local law. Moffatt & Nichol is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer/ Federal Contractor desiring priority referrals of all protected veterans for job openings. EEO is the LAW If you need more information or require special assistance for persons with disabilities or limited English proficiency, please contact Human Resources at (562) 590-6500 or TTY/TDD users please call 711.