Project Engineer 2

About the role

Under direct supervision, the Project Engineer 2 assists and supports the Project Manager on assigned projects, performs routine daily activities, and gathers and distributes information. The role requires a flexible, adaptable team player with strong communication and client service skills.

Responsibilities

• Setup initial contracts and project information
• Coordinate various trades
• Resolve design coordination issues
• Receive, review, forward, and track the status of submittals
• Oversee and manage the RFI process
• Assist in the management of the project permit process
• Assist in preparations of bid packages and procurement
• Identify long lead items and establish procurement priorities
• Update construction schedule based on project team input, Trade Contractor progress, and materials delivery
• Administer change management systems, including soliciting, receiving, reviewing, and preparing quotations and change orders
• Track and inspect material deliveries
• Assist with reports regarding the financial performance of the project
• Assist in the preparation of monthly owner project status reports, as required
• Attend and/or lead project meetings, as directed by the Project Manager
• Oversee timely distribution and accurate recording of all meeting minutes
• Assist and/or complete project close-out
• Communicate and enforce Manhattan’s environmental, health, and safety management policies
• Demonstrate commitment to an Injury-free environment through own actions and mentoring others
• Assist in the review of Subcontractor monthly payment applications
• Assist in coordinating punch list items and procedures
• Perform quality control inspections and oversee QPL process log
• Oversee project-specific integration of quality, closeout, photo documentation, and procurement technology software
• Conduct oneself in accordance with Manhattan’s Guiding Principles and exhibit attributes matching the Way We Work
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Procore, and Bluebeam
• Knowledge of Manhattan document control and scheduling software
• Broad understanding of the construction industry
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Basic math and accounting skills
• Ability to function effectively as part of a team
• Dependability and discretion; ability to maintain confidentiality at all times
• Ability to understand and follow directions
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Proven ability to train and mentor team members
• Ability to read drawings and specifications for all trades/scopes
• Ability to identify and mitigate site risk and financial efficiency

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or equivalent degree, or 2 years of industry experience

Working Conditions and Physical Efforts

Must be adaptable to all types of weather conditions and able to traverse and inspect all areas of a construction job site, including walking, climbing, reaching, bending, crawling, or stretching. Capable of standing, bending, sitting for long periods, and squatting throughout the day, repeating the same movements as needed. Must communicate effectively to participate fully in meetings, video conferences, and phone calls, and compose, send, and reply to emails and written correspondence. Able to lift, pull, or move up to 50 pounds at a time. Occasional travel may be required, primarily in the metropolitan area but sometimes domestically; must have a valid Driver’s License. Exposure to characteristic construction site hazards is expected.