Austin Commercial is currently seeking Project Engineers to join our Houston, TX team. We set the standard for commercial construction and are looking for talented construction professionals.ResponsibilitiesNotifies subcontractors of commencement dates; solicits delivery schedules from suppliers and expedites deliveries to avoid costly construction delaysParticipates in the proposed changes process by preparing quantity take-offsAssists in preparation of the submittal schedule as required to meet construction schedule and coordinates submissions with subcontractors; assumes overall responsibility for submittals, including checking for accuracy, transmittals to and from subcontractors, architects, and superintendents, and maintains logs; expedites delivery of submittals when necessary to avoid delays in construction; keeps project manager abreast of submissions that will impact schedulePrepares and/or oversees preparation of a number of reports dealing with the project such as material logs, submittal logs, RFI logs, drawing logs and long‑lead items log as required by owners and/or company operating proceduresAssists in the verification of monthly subcontractor payment requestsMay assume a role in locating suppliers for various building materials; reviews invoices upon request to verify quantity, quality and prices for construction materialsResponds to requests for information (RFIs) from owners and subcontractors, preparing RFIs for the project architect and/or structural engineer of record when necessary to clarify technical issues concerning the project; ensures that information received in response to RFIs is routed to the applicable field superintendent and subcontractorsAssists in compiling close‑out documents including as‑built drawings, guarantees, warranties, service manuals and other related documents for delivery to the owner; may prepare Austin's warranty for inclusion in this package and assist in preparing other close‑out documents as assignedWhen not assigned to a project, the PE II generally is assigned to the Estimating Department, preparing detailed cost estimates; may assist with value engineering activities and the pricing of those alternate procedures; interacts with a wide variety of construction professionals, including owner representatives, architects, structural engineers, subcontractors, suppliers, etc.Participates in jobsite safety as outlined in the company's Safety & Health ManualOther duties as assignedRequirementsB.S. in construction management/science, engineering, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experienceInternship experience with a construction company strongly preferredSuccessful completion of OSHA 30‑Hour Construction Industry Outreach Training required (may obtain within first year of employment)Entry level positionApplicants must be legally authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States. Austin Commercial is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this positionBenefits & CompensationWe offer excellent benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, and a matching 401K plan.We are a 100% Employee‑Owned Company (ESOP).Equal Opportunity EmployerAustin Commercial is an Equal Opportunity Employer.See the “Know Your Rights” poster available in English and Spanish.#J-18808-Ljbffr
| Location | Houston, TX |