Project Engineer
About the role
The Korte Company is seeking a Construction Project Engineer to join our team in St. Louis, MO to work within our Project Management Group. This position will be responsible for collaboration with our Project Managers to help facilitate all aspects of our project.
Responsibilities
- Assist with creation of the master project schedule, while incorporating design, submittals, fabrication and construction activities
- Facilitate flow of information among Owners, Designers, Preconstruction, Quality Assurance, Subcontractors/Suppliers and Field divisions
- Assist Project Manager with and document project coordination meetings
- Read and interpret contracts, terms, provisions, estimates, agreements, set up sheets, reports, specifications and plans to determine processing and completion procedures
- Work with Project Manager to set schedules and expedite the submittal review/approval process
- Create, manage, process and log RFIs and submittals
- Track potential changes through the request for change (RFC) system
- Identify and document close-out procedures including a checklist
- Prepare and provide owner with warranty letters, maintenance and operation manuals
- Travel to jobsites approximately once per month
Requirements
- Strong organization and time management skills
- Self-starter and motivated with minimal supervision
- Ability to prioritize and multi-task within time constraints
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Professional in actions and appearance
- Effective interactions with owners, subcontractors, employees and assistants
- Strong computer skills
- Previous experience with P6 is preferred
Qualifications
- Degree in Construction Management or Construction Engineering, Architecture, Civil or other related Engineering field
- 2 years’ experience in similar role is required
Skills
- Strong organization and time management
- Self‑starter attitude
- Ability to prioritize and multi‑task
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Professional demeanor
- Effective stakeholder interaction
- Strong computer proficiency
- Experience with P6 (preferred)
Benefits
This role is part of the Project Management Career Path, and team members benefit from a structured Professional Development Plan (PDP) designed to support career growth. Typical growth opportunities along this path include Assistant Project Manager → Project Manager → Senior Project Manager.
The position is eligible for a competitive pay and benefits package including an annual discretionary bonus subject to company and individual performance. Additional comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, FSA/HRA, life, disability, 401(k), parental leave, phone allowance, vacation, sick time and company paid holidays.
Pay
The posting indicates the role offers competitive pay.