Project Engineer - Commercial Construction

PRIMARY FUNCTION

Assist Project Manager and Superintendent in organizing, controlling, monitoring and recording activities which are part of the construction management of a commercial construction project.

TYPICAL DUTIES

• Perform engineering tasks requiring standard techniques and handling minor problems of a technical nature arising during construction.
• Maintain records as required regarding job progress, costs, material usage, etc.
• May assist in planning and scheduling of job.
• Review plans and specifications to determine material requirements (quantities and qualities), pricing of materials, etc.
• Work with suppliers as required facilitating the handling and expediting delivery of materials.
• May assist with estimating. This involves quantity takeoffs, site visits, estimating the work, sitting in on estimate reviews and helping to close out the bid.
• May manage submittals, change orders, and RFIs.
• Submit permit applications along with certifications and maintain accurate records.

MINIMUM SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Education and experience requirements include: four-year engineering degree or equivalent or extensive (four or more years) experience/knowledge of construction, design, and finance strongly desired.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Must have a strong work ethic to do what it takes to get the job done efficiently, safely and at the highest level of quality.
• The ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Must be able to freely access all points of a construction sites in wide-ranging climates and environments.
• The ability to travel as required.
• Read and understand Sletten Safety Policy.

COMMENTS

Reports to Project Manager. Makes decisions and recommendations, which can greatly impact corporate relationship with Client and project profitability.

SUGGESTED SKILLS

• Excel, Microsoft Word, P6 Scheduling, Power Point, Procore, E-mail, Bluebeam
• Contract & Negotiating, Letter Writing, Telephone Skills
• Estimating and Scheduling
• Budgeting & Cost Accounting
• Knowledge of Safety, Environmental & EEO Requirements
• Time Management Skills
• File Management
• Public Speaking
• Attention to detail, with the ability to recognize discrepancies

EOE, M/F/V/D are encouraged to apply.