Technical Lead- Bridge Construction

Overview:

Join us as we Rise to the Challenge

At KCI, we’re building an enduring community that provides unparalleled value to our employee-owners. We make our mark designing and delivering our world-class solutions, so we invest deeply in supporting and developing our team. We reward integrity and commitment, and when we do well, you do well. Our employee’s have the freedom to innovate, unlimited growth, a voice that matters, a lifestyle that works, and skin in the game. Achievements are shared and celebrated. As a team, we are motivated to better ourselves, each other, and the world around us. 

THE COMPANY

KCI Technologies, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned engineering, consulting and construction firm serving clients throughout the United States. KCI is recognized as an industry leader, employing cutting-edge technologies, management practices and strategic growth initiatives. Employee ownership fosters an entrepreneurial spirit, encourages technical expertise, and shapes strategic planning.

KCI is currently ranked #56 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 design firms in the nation.

KCI BENEFITS INFORMATION

We offer a competitive compensation package, family friendly benefits, a collaborative working environment, and the training, mentoring and resources you need to advance in your career.

We understand that you have choices, and we know that together we will make a great team!

KCI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive staff, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and individuals with disabilities to apply.

KCI Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

KCI Technologies is hiring a Bridge Subject Matter Expert to join our Construction Cost Estimating Team.

Duties, Responsibilities and Other:

• Act as a technical authority in constructability of Major Bridge types such as Cable Stayed, Extradosed, Arch, Bascule or Box Girder
• Provide guidance to project teams and mentoring junior estimators
• Develop and maintain relationship with Clients, Owners, Contractors, Suppliers and Engineers 
• Prepare and/or review constructability reports for Clients
• Participate in client task force meetings and discussions, addressing technical inquiries and providing solutions
• Conduct risk assessments and provide recommendations to mitigate potential project issues.
• Assist in development and review of construction cost estimates
• Prepare and/or review CPM construction schedules
• Review proposal specifications and drawings to determine scope of work and required contents of estimate
• Review bid packages including but not limited to comparison and analysis of competitive subcontractor and supplier bids

Preferred Experience:

• 20+ years of experience is preferred
• Proven Experience working for Heavy Civil contractors on-site on Major Bridge Construction Projects in Management or Engineering Role
• BS in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related field
• Experience Estimating with HCSS HeavyBid or similar estimating software preferable
• Working knowledge of Primavera P6
• Bluebeam Revu experience a plus
• AutoCAD experience a plus
• Remote Position, Willingness to relocate to Duluth, GA office preferred

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience required. Master's degree preferred.  
• Minimum of 10 -15 years of professional experience. 
• Pre-employment drug screening is a condition of employment. Background and motor vehicle checks may be required based upon position.