Project Engineer

About the role

The Christman Company is seeking Project Engineers for large-scale commercial construction projects in the greater Raleigh, North Carolina region. The Project Engineer supports the Project Manager and Project Superintendent with daily jobsite functions including Request for Information (RFI) and submittal processing, daily reports, material procurement and delivery tracking, and monitoring project safety requirements. May also be asked to manage composite cleanup crews and monitor small portions of the work.

Responsibilities

• Produce and organize project and professional documents consistent with Christman standards and risk management standards for the document type to enable team members to readily access necessary documentation.
• Proactively prepare project documents for close-out, turnover, and archiving to allow efficient final compilation and delivery on schedule, as well as secure all necessary contractually required documents, including safety programs, Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) documents for all required chemicals and materials used on the project, and quality control plans.
• Plan, communicate, and process close-out documents of all subcontracts as work concludes.
• Accurately summarize important discussions, questions, and decisions raised during regular project team meetings, owner meetings, and weekly subcontractor meetings.
• Partner with client and architect to establish punch-list contents.
• Utilize current technology to expedite the punch list process with the goal of completing the punch list 30 days after substantial completion.
• Assist the Project Manager with identifying necessary inspections and create project-specific inspection logs according to Christman standards.
• Provide information on all procurement, material tracking, and inspections to the Project Superintendent.
• Manage the RFI process and ensure that information is flowing timely to all parties.
• Update contract drawings to reflect all approved changes and ensure trade contractor documents update.
• Organize and prioritize submittal requirements specified in contract documents and review for completeness.
• Create a submittal log according to Christman standards to ensure timely submittals, review shop drawings, sample for compliance with contract documents, and manage architect submittal review process.
• Support the Project Superintendent by monitoring quality of work and compliance with construction documents as assigned.
• Assist the Project Superintendent with daily reports and the management of all progress and quality photos.
• Post all required safety information and signage to inform all workers and site visitors about site hazards and confirm appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) is worn at all times, including mandatory hardhats and safety glasses.
• Model safety awareness and planning at all times while observing safety practices and report any concerns to the Project Superintendent or Project Manager.
• Support the logistics process for all safety initiatives listed in the site-specific safety plan.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related job field.
• Minimum one (1) year of construction industry experience. Previous internship(s) in construction management or related field will apply.
• OR equivalent combination of the above education, training, and experience.

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) — each employee-owner shares in the collective success and wealth of the company.
• Comprehensive benefits program including health insurance.
• 401K contribution.
• Professional development and tuition reimbursement.