Project EngineerThe Project Engineer works closely with and supports the Director of Construction, Superintendent, Project Manager(s), contractors, sub-contractors and other team members. The Project Engineer focuses on understanding contracts / plans / specifications / addenda / owners' contract and subcontracts, RFIs, ASIs, change orders, meeting minutes, job closeout documentation, managing multiple tasks, producing quality work, consistently meeting deadlines and being results-driven. This position requires frequent travel to and from the office, job sites / projects, meetings, supplier/sub-contractor locations, etc.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesManage project engineering and related functions and activitiesUnderstand and review contract documents, plans, specifications, addenda, owner’s contract and subcontracts and monitor all for complianceEnsure project engineering activities comply with company and contract requirements and support overall construction scheduleAssist PM/Superintendent in preparing and maintaining project schedule over the course of the project.Provide technical support for construction effort including participation in construction planning and design, interpretation of design, application of construction methods, resolution and documentation of design conflicts, constructability reviews, etc.Assist in the award of subcontracts, create and negotiate Subcontract Scopes of Work.Distribute contract documents to subcontractors, including drawings, specifications, and general conditionsRepresent company, project and/PR department during A/E, client and PM meetingsInterface all on-site departments as required to resolve problems, ensure quality of construction, etc., in support of overall project scheduleCreate purchase orderAssist Superintendent and Project Manager as requiredGather submittals from subcontractors/suppliers and create submittal logReview and forward processed submittals to subcontractors/suppliers/architects and the field;Track status of submittals with A/ETrack status of procurement/material deliveries with suppliers/subs and superintendentObtain additional information for submittals as needed/revise and resubmit as requiredDuring Construction Phase, proactively manage project to achieve quality, schedule, budget and safetyObtain quotes from subcontractors/suppliers for additional work as requestedCompile quotes and prepare proposals to owners for price adjustmentsTrack proposal requests through dispositionAttend all construction meetings and prepare and distribute meeting minutes.Attend site inspections and create and distribute deficiency and punch list and track through completionComplete owner change orders/budget adjustments based on approved proposal requestsPrepare subcontract change orders or revised purchase orders for approved changesSupport Project Manager with monthly job cost reporting and updating budget cost projectionsPrepare Request for Information (RFI) as neededForward RFIs to A/E for review and responseCreate log of RFIs and distribute RFIs to field and subs/suppliersMonitor and track status of RFIsObtain ASIs and distribute to appropriate project team membersCreate log of ASIs and ensure that ASIs are incorporated into drawings and/or project files as needed.Document quality and progress of each Subcontractor and Suppliers.
Update Subcontractors and Suppliers of any changes to the plans, specifications and/or schedule.Assist with preparation of quantity takeoffs and estimates and help define scopes of work and price change orders.Responsible for timely completion of all required project close-out documents per contract.Support Project Manager in preparation of monthly pay applications for owner and subcontractor billingsSupport Estimator with bid and proposal preparation and obtaining subcontractor pricingCurrent and valid drivers’ license in the state of permanent residenceMust have training in EPA/SWPPP best management practices or must attend next available class.Must maintain First Aid and CPR training.Other duties as assigned.QualificationsBachelor level degree with an emphasis in Construction Management or Civil Engineering preferredOne year of actual construction experience is preferred.Continuing education in the fields of Construction Management, Architecture or Engineering is encouraged.