Project Engineer

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Summary

The Construction Project Engineer (CPE) provides project management and administrative support on one (or more) projects. The CPE performs daily and/or weekly site inspections for safety and quality purposes and writes required daily and/or weekly reports based on inspections. They will assist in scope writing, bid solicitations, preconstruction meetings walkthroughs, and post bid interviews. The Project Engineer compiles and distributes progress meeting agendas and minutes. The CPE receives, reviews and distributes submittals, shop drawings, and keeps accurate and updated construction documents. This position assists Project Managers and Construction Manager in collecting and organizing pricing for CCD’s. This position reports to assigned Senior Project Manager and is a full time FLSA exempt position. This position requires 40 work hours per week with the ability to work more if required. This position requires daily travel to one or more job sites located within the Southwest Michigan region.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Pre-Construction Activities
  • Understand customer specific requirements and assist in preparing pre-construction analysis during project Design & Development.
  • Create and update project schedules, phasing plans, and site logistics.
  • Create and monitor project submittal logs.
  • Review, input, and distribute bidder’s requests for information (BRFI’s).
  • Solicit proposals/bids from subcontractors and vendors for outsourced projects.
  • Conduct pre-bid walkthroughs.
• Construction Activities
  • Attend project meetings; track project progress and provide weekly status updates.
  • Cookordination work with customers and subcontractors; provide oversight and direction.
  • Prepare building permit applications and submit to municipality (if applicable).
  • Review and input all contractor submittal documents sent to architect and return the reviewed documents to trade contractor before beginning work on site.
  • Review shop drawings and send to architect and return to trade contractor upon review.
  • Keep track of work hours, materials, equipment, and work progress through daily progress reports.
  • Compile the Project Manager’s weekly reports in project management software.
  • Review and input RFI’s send to architect for review and return to trade contractor upon review.
  • Compile and submit CCDs as required.
  • Participate in progress meetings by preparing meeting agendas and minutes.
  • Attend owner progress meetings.
  • Keep updated red line drawing set and project documentation.
• Safety Inspections
  • Ensure site safety through review of procedure documents such as Safe Plans of Action (SPA).
  • Address critical safety concerns arising in the work field.
  • Issue hot work permits and check hot work task areas for possible flammables and other alterations.
  • Perform safety observation reports (SORs), hygienic construction site reviews, safety inspection checklists.
  • Perform tool and equipment inspection checks.
  • Ensure abidance to owner safety rules and regulations.
  • Schedule and coordinate recurring safety meetings.
  • Determine and implement a corrective action plan when necessary.
• Quality Inspections
  • Perform hygienic construction site reviews.
  • Administer product quality inspections and address areas of concern.
  • Perform material, equipment, and craftsmanship inspections.
  • Ensure abidance to owner requirements.
  • Address owner’s concerns and implement corrective solutions.
• Post Construction Activities
  • Attend post bid interviews.
  • Compile all required inspections for building occupancy.
  • Compile required project closeout documentation.
  • Create, distribute, and complete project punch list with owner, architect and trades.
  • Schedule and track owner training.
  • Manage warranty items.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Project Management or Engineering; or years of equivalent experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite products (outlook, word, excel, MS Project, power point etc.).
• Must be familiar with estimating concepts and ability to interpret drawings and specifications.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving ability.
• Self-motivated team player with mechanical aptitude.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and the ability to clearly articulate ideas both verbally and in written communication.
• Demonstrate ability to be productive, positive, and proactive in a fast-paced work environment.
• Ability to see the overall requirements of client satisfaction without losing sight of details.

Benefits

• Coverage for Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance.
• Generous Vacation Time & Paid US Holidays.
• Company 401(k) Matching Contributions.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Parental Leave Policy.
• Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
• Term Life and AD&D Insurance.