Project Engineer

About the Role

The primary purpose of this position is to plan, direct, and coordinate activities of designated projects to ensure goals or objectives are accomplished within prescribed time frames and funding parameters. The incumbent must support the guiding beliefs and core values of Orion, centered on Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Teamwork, with Integrity as the foundation.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the preparation of pre-job meetings (e.g., plans, specifications, budgets, cost targets, scheduling).
• Assists Project Manager(s) in the management of all assigned jobs.
• Reviews and processes shop drawings and submittals (including those from subcontractors), checking for accuracy against drawings and specifications.
• Distributes all drawing revisions to Project Manager(s), Superintendent(s), and Subcontractors; requests new shop drawings from suppliers and subcontractors as necessary to match revisions.
• Prices all drawing revisions and Field Extra Work Tickets; reviews with Project Manager(s) and submits to General Contractor or client; updates stick set and drawing log with each revision received.
• Maintains the RCO log and PM Submittal Log for each assigned project.
• Keeps all project schedules updated with actual durations for each task compared to the original Base-Line Schedule; documents all applicable delays (e.g., weather, GC, suppliers).
• Orders and ensures timely delivery of materials such as rebar, shoring, forming, and post-tensioning.
• Contacts Superintendent(s) on assigned job(s) frequently and visits job site(s) regularly to identify problems and assist in reaching solutions.
• Approves and codes assigned invoices.
• Tracks man-hours and job costs for all assigned jobs weekly.
• Meets with Superintendents to identify target costs to complete jobs under budget.
• Assists Project Manager(s) with End of Month Financial Reports for all assigned jobs.
• Prepares project reports for management, clients, or others.
• Coordinates project activities with government regulatory or other governmental agencies.

Employee Safety and Compliance

• Responsible and accountable for incumbent’s own personal safety.
• Responsible and accountable for the safety of all co-workers and others the incumbent comes in contact with.
• Authorized and obligated to stop work on any task or series of tasks whenever an unsafe condition or situation is anticipated or observed.
• Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, and Company policies and procedures; failure to do so may result in disciplinary action, including dismissal.
• Reports any and all violations of applicable laws, regulations, or Company policies and procedures promptly; failure to do so may result in disciplinary action, including dismissal.
• Performs other related administrative and technical duties as assigned or requested by immediate supervision (e.g., certification training, safety training, procedure review).

Requirements

• BS Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or Business Management is preferred.
• Field/work experience in commercial concrete construction or equivalent work experience is preferred.
• Ability to interact and communicate effectively with others.
• High level of analytical ability required for project efficiency.
• Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office, OST (On Screen Takeoff); willingness to learn PM/billing software.
• Ability to perform in high-stress situations and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated leadership ability.

Physical/Mental Requirements

• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable workplace accommodation.
• Must be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) such as hard hats, safety glasses, respirators, ear plugs, steel-toed shoes, or other protective equipment as required.
• Ability to identify critical issues and formulate action plans with all levels of management, including corporate and executive.
• Must remain calm during emergencies and respond appropriately as directed by the Safety Representative or other management personnel.
• Must be capable of evacuating the work area in a timely manner should an emergency situation arise.

Benefits

• Medical, including Prescription Drugs
• Dental
• Vision
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Plan
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off for Vacation, Sick, Holidays, Jury Duty, and Bereavement Leave
• Pre-Tax Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Career Growth & Development