The Project Engineer is responsible for planning and execution of a construction project as part of a project team. This position also plans and coordinates the activities concerned with the construction of structures, facilities, and systems of a construction project.
Requirements
- Study Contract Documents to thoroughly understand the scope of work and explain plans and contract requirements to administrative and field staff.
- Participate in site pre-planning meeting. Review scope of work in detail. Review and discuss any special job requirements.
- Discuss the schedule and participate in a comprehensive review of the Job Schedule.
- Discuss methods for interval planning (i.e., daily, weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, etc.), review forms and reporting methods.
- Confirm that all required permits and licenses have been obtained.
- Responsible for the management of a variety of project documentation, including, but not limited to, processing and review of submittals and writing and coordinating of RFI’s.
- Assist with and/or be responsible for coordination of work activities and other project requirements with Owner, consultants, subcontractors, and other entities.
- Assist in and/or negotiate revisions, changes, and additions to contractual agreements with subcontractors and suppliers.
- Assist in preparation of budget estimates and progress and cost tracking reports.
- Confer with supervisory personnel, owners, contractors, and design professionals to discuss and resolve matters such as work procedures, complaints, and construction problems.
- Confer with the Superintendent to take appropriate actions to deal with the results of delays, bad weather, or emergencies at the construction site.
- Attend weekly job site meetings and maintain/revise interval planning requirements to satisfy job conditions.
- Assist Project Manager with evaluation of changes and discuss impact on job completion.
- Assist in review and updating of the project schedule with Project Manager and Superintendent and assist in the evaluation of effects of changes on the project work plan.
- Inspect and review projects to monitor compliance with the Contract Documents, building and safety codes, and other requirements and regulations.
- Assist in the initiation and pricing of change orders and claims.
- Review job charges (Material, Sub-contract, Equipment Rental, Labor, etc.).
- Participate in the investigation of damages, accidents, or delays at construction sites.
- Close-out project with Superintendent and confirm all required documentation has been submitted/provided to the Owner.
Benefits
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Comprehensive health plan
- 401(k) plan with employer match
- Short-term disability insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
