Project Engineer (Heavy Civils)

Position Summary:The primary role of the Project Engineer is to assist the Project Manager with the planning and daily execution of the construction project. Responsible for maintaining certain aspects of the project schedule as assigned by the Project Manager, by managing the process of submittal approvals, coordinating the timely delivery of materials, maintaining schedules and budgets.

Essential Functions:Project Financial Responsibilities

Assists project management by proactively managing the project budget by controlling expenses, administering owner and subcontractor billings, identifying work not covered by subcontractor's scope of work/budget and ensuring the success of office support functions related to the overall cost and scheduled completion.

Preconstruction Services

Establish procedures for controlling contract drawings.Initiates set-up of the job management system.Assists with the scopes of work, bid package development and help solicit subcontractors and suppliers.Initiates the building permit process.

Project Administration, Coordination and Close-out

Responsible for proactive administration of reviewing and processing all submittal data and shop drawings to ensure project schedules are expedited and materials are delivered on time.Conducts preconstruction meetings with subcontractors, assisted by the Project Manager and/or Superintendent.Serves as the onsite quality manager for assigned trades by verifying subcontractor deliveries meet approved submittal requirements.Attends and participates in meetings with Engineer and owner representatives, provides information and assists the Project Manager in the preparation of progress reports/meeting minutes.Distributes proposal change documents to subcontractors/suppliers and assists in collecting pricing and/or prepares change proposal requests for internal pricing review.Ensures all clarifications, changes, directives, RFIs, etc., are updated on the "as-built" drawings and are fully coordinated with company supervision and all subcontractor/suppliers.Responsible for submitting owner required close-out documents and assisting subcontractors /suppliers in scheduling owner required training and documentation.And other duties as required

Required ExperienceB.S. in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field position. 3 to 6 years of construction experience preferred. Heavy Civils construction experience preferred.

Organizes people, tools, and equipment and plan/manage multiple activities to accomplish desired results.Makes decisions under tight deadlines, sometimes with incomplete information.Exhibits commitment to quality by evaluating project-related processes and make necessary changes, using customer input to make improvements, and meeting/exceeding internal and external customer expectations.Acts in a manner of integrity that demonstrates support for the company values and the employees, while maintaining constant focus on meeting/exceeding customer requirements and expectations.Demonstrates proficiency using a personal computer (PC) and company communication tools, such as email, internet, and Microsoft Office products (e.g., Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook). CAD and Primavera a plus.

The base compensation for the Project Engineer is between $95,000 and $130,000.