JOB PURPOSE
The Project Engineer (PE) is an integral part of the project team working closely with Estimating, Project Management, and Operations. As such the roles and duties of the PE are very diverse and include the following: Establishing production rates for field crews, coding project time, documenting completed quantities, maintaining SWPPP documentation, preparing two-week look-ahead agendas, maintaining force account records, maintaining as-builts, assisting with submittals and transmittals, etc.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Assist Project Manager and Project Superintendent with all aspects of project start-up, project management, and project close-out; including, but not limited to:
- Project schedule; Scope review; CPM schedule updates; Labor cost comments; Daily Reporting; RFI’s, T&M’s, Change Orders and Cost to Complete; Development of submittal schedule; Collect delivery and material tickets; SWPPP; As-Builts
- Obtaining data for documentation includes working in proximity of and maneuvering through live traffic, large machinery or equipment
- Understand PO creation and review
- Participate in planning and progress meetings
- Understand foreman, labor and production cost reports
- Enforce Safety, Quality and Efficiency
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Education: BS in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
- Professional Certification: EIT Preferred; OSHA 30; CESSWI Certification
- Minimum Experience: Candidates with 2+ years of experience in construction or related industry (including internship and co-op experience)
- Valid Driver’s License Required
COMPETENCIES
- Ability to perform audits, write, and submit reports
- Proficient written & verbal skills, attention to detail
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and computer-based applications
- Proactive, self-motivating, problem solver
- Ability to demonstrate leadership traits, including the ability to make decisions with integrity
- Comprehension of cost to complete process, financial reporting and project goals
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee, with or without reasonable accommodations, to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Employees must have the ability to:
- Sit (or stand) for prolonged periods of time
- Occasionally lift up to 25 pounds
- Occasionally climb sloped earth and maneuver through uneven terrain
- Occasionally work in a variety of weather conditions
- Occasionally climb stairs, ladders
- Occasionally bend, twist, squat, and kneel
- Ability to adapt in a fast paced, deadline-oriented environment on a daily basis
- Ability to multitask and manage multiple aspects of the construction project
BENEFITS:
- ESOP Company
- Medical Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- 401(k) Plan
The Great Lakes Construction Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment/promotion without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability, veteran status, GINA, or any other protected category. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person