Project Engineer
United Wholesale Mortgage · Pontiac, MI · 3 wk ago
Customer ServiceFull-time
About the Role
A Project Engineer (Construction Project Manager) is responsible for schedule preparation, pre-planning, and resource forecasting for all assigned projects and other technical activities relating to building projects. They oversee performance management of facility projects and assist United Service teams with tasks related to facilities operation.
Responsibilities
- Manage building construction projects, progress, and schedule
- Review design and bidding documents from architects, mechanical, and electrical engineers
- Evaluate contractor bids
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations and building codes
- Address issues that arise during construction
- Supervise all assigned construction projects
- Evaluate project performance and produce weekly updates for stakeholders
- Maintain project database
- Report and escalate to leadership as needed
- Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation
- Translate requirements into tasks
Requirements
- Minimum 4 years’ experience as a Project Manager or Superintendent
- Proficiency with Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Knowledge of plumbing, HVAC, electrical systems, and building envelope (preferred)
- Strong communication skills for internal and external clients
- Problem-solving skills to keep projects on schedule and within budget
- Self-starter with a strong independent work ethic
- Ability to work well with large, diverse teams
- Ability to work under pressure
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO) after 30 days
- Additional parental and maternity leave benefits after 12 months
- Adoption reimbursement program
- Paid volunteer hours
- Paid training and career development
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401k with employer match
- Mortgage discount and area business discounts
- Free membership to a large, state-of-the-art fitness center (including exercise classes, sports leagues, and a full-size basketball court)
- Wellness area with an in-house primary-care physician’s office, full-time massage therapist, and hair salon
- Gourmet cafeteria featuring homemade breakfast and lunch
- Convenience store with healthy grab-and-go snacks
- In-house Starbucks and Great Lakes Coffee Roasting Company
- Indoor/outdoor café with Wi-Fi