Project Engineer - VAI Resort

About the Company

Fisher Industries is a vertically integrated family of businesses that provides heavy civil construction and aggregate products across the United States. With over 70 years of experience, the company specializes in highways, bridges, aggregates, and large-scale infrastructure projects, supported by in-house capabilities in drilling, blasting, crushing, asphalt, and concrete production. Fisher is committed to delivering innovative, cost-effective solutions with an emphasis on safety and quality. As a proven industry leader, Fisher Industries continues to grow while maintaining the integrity and values of a family-owned company.

About the Role

The Project Engineer will be responsible for planning, developing, coordinating, and managing onsite construction activities for heavy civil construction projects to ensure quality and cost. This position requires extensive travel to remote project sites, often for extended periods of time. The individual must be able to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and provide training for field crews.
• Set up and maintain standard project files, general correspondence, subcontractor's agreements, and time sheets.
• Distribute correspondence and coordinate project payables and receivables with the accounting department.
• Assist with project closeout.
• Comply with procedures as outlined in the construction manual.
• Develop and maintain positive and effective working relationships with owners, subcontractors, and crews.
• Implement assigned duties with an exceptional level of accuracy, timeliness, and cost effectiveness.
• Assist in managing project schedules.
• Assist in preparation of change order requests and change orders; maintain order documents, files, and logs.
• Track costs and equipment time.
• Track and code timecards.
• Acquire a thorough knowledge of the contract documents, plans, specs, and subcontracts.
• Pick up permits and coordinate with governing agencies for ongoing project requirements.
• Expedite submittals and maintain status files.
• Maintain field logs and quantity tracking for work performed.
• Track RFIs, change orders, addenda, clarifications, or correspondence.
• Implement job closeout procedures as directed by the Project Manager.
• Perform technical and administrative duties as directed by the PM to facilitate the project.
• Accurately code costs and prepare monthly progress payment requests.
• Fully understand the scope of the subcontractors.
• Attend and document project meetings.
• Provide the PM with support and accurate information to maximize project management effectiveness.

Requirements

• A related degree is a plus.
• 2-3 years (or related) vertical experience is a plus.
• Applicant must be at least 18 years old.
• Valid driver's license and a clean motor-vehicle record to meet company insurance guidelines.
• Broad knowledge of construction methods.
• Good understanding of highway construction, blueprint reading, and computer skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a high level of integrity.
• Ability to perform strenuous walking and wear required personal protective equipment.
• Able to work in hot or cold outdoor temperatures and job site conditions.

Benefits

We offer a competitive market-based salary and comprehensive benefits.