What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Consulting Associate position at Exponent Inc.?
About Exponent
Exponent is the only premium engineering and scientific consulting firm with the depth and breadth of expertise to solve our clients’ most profoundly unique, unprecedented, and urgent challenges.
We are committed to engaging multidisciplinary teams of science, engineering, and regulatory experts to empower our clients with solutions that create a safer, healthier, more sustainable world. For over five decades, we've connected the lessons of past failures with tomorrow's solutions to advise clients as they innovate technologically complex products and processes, ensure the safety and health of their users, and address the challenges of sustainability.
Join our team of experts with degrees from top programs at over 500 universities and extensive experience spanning a variety of industries. At Exponent, you’ll contribute to the diverse pool of ideas, talents, backgrounds, and experiences that drives our collaborative teamwork and breakthrough insights. Plus, we help you grow your career through mentoring, sponsorship, and a culture of learning. Thanks for your interest in joining our team!
Key statistics:
- 950 Consultants
- 640 Ph.D.s
- 90 Disciplines
- 30 Offices globally
Our Opportunity
We are currently seeking a Construction Associate for our Construction Consulting Practice in Alexandria, VA. In this role, you will work as part of a team involved in projects relating to construction project management, program management, construction claims and contract dispute resolution, litigation services and related construction consulting services.
You will be responsible for
- Developing, updating, and analyzing project schedules
- Planning and analyzing project costs
- Tracking and managing project scope changes and project risks
- Reviewing project documents and performing document control
- Preparing project and program status reports
- Supporting requests of project leads and clients
- Participation and adherence to quality assurance and quality management policies
- Participation in Industry Associations
You will have the following skills and qualifications
- B.S in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or Civil Engineering preferred plus 1 -5 years of industry experience (internships included) or M.S. plus 0 - 5 years of industry experience (internships included); advanced degree(s), Registration and Certifications are preferred
- Ability to work within project teams with a strong desire to contribute
- Ability to interact effectively with both internal and external clients
- Proactive and self-driven to navigate complexities and resolve hurdles
- Close attention to detail, through in execution of tasks, and timely in task completions
- Strong analytical thinking and data management skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Knowledge of common construction related software including Primavera P6 and Microsoft office tools
- Experience in contract dispute resolution and construction claims, litigation services and construction consulting services is a plus, but not necessary
Applicants are encouraged to submit a CV with publications (feel free to include publications that are in review or pending) [not restricted to 1 page].
Life @ Exponent
To learn more about life at Exponent and our impact, please visit the following links:
https://www.exponent.com/careers/life-exponent
https://www.exponent.com/company/our-impact
Attracting, inspiring, developing, and rewarding exceptional people with diverse backgrounds and expertise are central to our corporate culture. Our diverse team allows us to provide better value to our clients and enjoy an enriched work environment.
Our firm is committed to offering a variety of programs and resources to support health and well-being. We believe that providing competitive benefits as well as compensation and recognition programs empowers our staff to do work that makes a difference.
Benefits you will enjoy
Access benefits information on our Life@Exponent page:
https://www.exponent.com/careers/life-exponent
Exponent is a proud equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.
If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may email us at HR-Accommodations@exponent.com.
Job Locations
US-VA-Alexandria
