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Certified Value Specialist - Construction Services

Urban Engineers, Inc.
Philadelphia, PA, US
$135K-$175K a year
Full-time

Job Details Job Location : PHILADELPHIA - PHILADELPHIA, PA Position Type : Full Time Salary Range : $135,000.00 - $175,000.

00 Salary Certified Value Specialist - Construction Services Urban Engineers is seeking an ambitious and eager Certified Value Specialist (CVS) looking to grow and expand client relations throughout the nation.

Candidate will be responsible for conducting value engineering studies in accordance with SAVE International standards and U.S.

federal, state, and local requirements both in-person and through hybrid format.

Showcasing ability to lead a team of subject matter experts to evaluate and yield effective design alternatives and deliver value to clients in the transportation sector including, heavy highway, facilities, and commercial projects. Responsibilities

  • Comfortable with leading & facilitating VE Workshop sessions in a 5-day, 3-day, 1-day, & virtual setting.
  • Develop comprehensive VE reports in accordance with SAVE International Standards to meet client deliverables.
  • Evaluate, compare, and develop alternate methods to meet design function.
  • Assist in perform constructability reviews and recommend value added ideas & suggestions to internal & external design reviews.
  • Interface with various clients and government agencies.
  • Assist in proposal effort for VE RFP opportunities and client expansion. Requirements :
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering / Construction Management or related field is required.
  • SAVE International CVS certification is required.
  • Active Professional Engineer (PE) license is preferred.
  • FHWA National Highway Institute (NHI) VE Course completion, is preferred.
  • 5-10 years of experience in VE and related services with state, federal, and commercial projects.
  • Ability and desire to travel across the US, including overnight stays approximately (15-25%).
  • Excellent skills in Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Excellent oral, written, communication and organizational skills. Benefits of working at Urban :
  • Medical / Prescription
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life Insurance
  • Short / Long Term Disability
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • 401K and company match
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • Vacation, Holiday, and Personal Days
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Professional Development
  • Certification Bonus Apply today! Pay Rate : $135,000 - $175,000 / year Location(s) : Remote - Travel Required About Urban : -LH Our culture is built around our people.

Voted a Top Workplace in the Philadelphia region by our employees, we are committed to advancing careers and providing a foundation for professional growth.

Urban offers a wide range of health, welfare and financial benefits to our employees, as well as career development through our own Urban Training Institute, tuition assistance program, and certification incentives.

Founded in 1960, Urban provides services for buildings, ports, transit, railroads, airports, bridges, and highways.

We specialize in engineering design, environmental, planning, construction services, and program management.

By providing innovation, technical excellence, and on-time performance, we create value for a proud Urban family. Equal Employment Opportunity / M / F / disability / protected veteran status QualificationsUrban Engineers is seeking an ambitious and eager Certified Value Specialist (CVS) looking to grow and expand client relations throughout the nation.

Candidate will be responsible for conducting value engineering studies in accordance with SAVE International standards and U.S.

federal, state, and local requirements both in-person and through hybrid format.

Showcasing ability to lead a team of subject matter experts to evaluate and yield effective design alternatives and deliver value to clients in the transportation sector including, heavy highway, facilities, and commercial projects. Responsibilities

  • Comfortable with leading & facilitating VE Workshop sessions in a 5-day, 3-day, 1-day, & virtual setting.
  • Develop comprehensive VE reports in accordance with SAVE International Standards to meet client deliverables.
  • Evaluate, compare, and develop alternate methods to meet design function.
  • Assist in perform constructability reviews and recommend value added ideas & suggestions to internal & external design reviews.
  • Interface with various clients and government agencies.
  • Assist in proposal effort for VE RFP opportunities and client expansion. Requirements :
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering / Construction Management or related field is required.
  • SAVE International CVS certification is required.
  • Active Professional Engineer (PE) license is preferred.
  • FHWA National Highway Institute (NHI) VE Course completion, is preferred.
  • 5-10 years of experience in VE and related services with state, federal, and commercial projects.
  • Ability and desire to travel across the US, including overnight stays approximately (15-25%).
  • Excellent skills in Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Excellent oral, written, communication and organizational skills. Benefits of working at Urban :
  • Medical / Prescription
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life Insurance
  • Short / Long Term Disability
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • 401K and company match
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • Vacation, Holiday, and Personal Days
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Professional Development
  • Certification Bonus Apply today! Pay Rate : $135,000 - $175,000 / year Location(s) : Remote - Travel Required About Urban : -LH Our culture is built around our people.

Voted a Top Workplace in the Philadelphia region by our employees, we are committed to advancing careers and providing a foundation for professional growth.

Urban offers a wide range of health, welfare and financial benefits to our employees, as well as career development through our own Urban Training Institute, tuition assistance program, and certification incentives.

Founded in 1960, Urban provides services for buildings, ports, transit, railroads, airports, bridges, and highways.

We specialize in engineering design, environmental, planning, construction services, and program management.

By providing innovation, technical excellence, and on-time performance, we create value for a proud Urban family. Equal Employment Opportunity / M / F / disability / protected veteran status

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