Construction Engineer

Cube Root Corporation is a Certified Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE), a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and certified 8 (a) small business, headquartered in the heart of Washington, DC. We specialize in construction management, program and project planning, project management, program management, facilities management and engineering services.

Our passion is to provide professional advice to policy makers, developers, fellow engineers and others in facilities planning, design and construction. As a company and as individuals, we are committed to the highest ethical standards and hold ourselves accountable to our clients, but most importantly to the communities that depend on our work. We take on big challenges and are committed to seeing them through to a successful conclusion. We are also proud of our commitment to expand opportunities for people in underrepresented communities.

Cube Root seeks an experienced Construction Engineer to join our team supporting Owners, Developers, and Contractors (ODC) with construction activities near WMATA facilities. This role reviews and evaluates project impacts, coordinates WMATA stakeholder input, ensures compliance with WMATA standards, and protects WMATA infrastructure while keeping external projects on schedule.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive construction management services, including daily field inspections of roadway sign locations throughout the District of Columbia.
• Research and provide WMATA as built information to support ODC project designs.
• Review plans and documents to assess impacts to WMATA’s zone of influence; prepare Impact Evaluation Forms.
• Lead introductory meetings and provide guidance on WMATA standards, criteria, and submittal requirements.
• Develop time/cost estimates, prepare letters of agreement, funding invoices, and utility certifications.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary WMATA design reviews and compile comments for ODC.
• Facilitate site visits, pre condition surveys, SSWP approvals, and pre construction procedures.
• Oversee WMATA support throughout construction, attend progress meetings, track charges, and resolve issues.
• Enter track rights in GOTRS, prepare Switching Orders, and coordinate weekly Crew Support.
• Conduct regular site visits to verify compliance and identify field issues.
• Complete weekly reports and manage full project closeout, including as builts, warranties, punch lists, and financial reconciliation.
• Promote WMATA safety culture and adhere to safety policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Construction Management, Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering (or HS Diploma/GED + 4 yrs relevant experience).
• Seven (7) years of construction field or management experience, preferably transit adjacent projects.
• RWP Level 2 training required within 3 months of hire.
• Strong communication, project coordination, technical assessment, problem solving, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office; experience with project management software (e.g., Procor).
• Ability to work effectively with clients and stakeholders.
• Experience serving as an Owner's Representative.
• Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
• Office based work with occasional field site visits.
• Heavy physical exertion up to 100 lbs. may be required.
• Frequent sitting, talking, hearing; occasional walking, climbing, and reaching.
• Must have close visual acuity, color differentiation, and ability to inspect detailed project data.
• Works closely with others; frequent task changes and time pressure situations.
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required for field activities.

BENEFITS:

Cube Root Corporation offers competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Shortterm and longterm disability coverage
• Life and ADD insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Strong career growth opportunities

Equal Opportunity Statement

Cube Root Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE AA M/F/VET/DISABILITY). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:

• FMLA
• EEO
• EPPA
• OFCCP Supplement

Pursuant to subsection 1103.2 through 1103.10 of Mayor’s Order 85-85; “Equal Employment Opportunity Requirements in Contracts.”