Senior Project Engineer

About the role

Kitchell is seeking a dedicated Senior Project Engineer to join our Mountain Region in Greater Salt Lake City and build a long-term career at one of the most innovative and growth-oriented building companies in the United States.

Assist with CM Services for vertical public sector construction projects in and around the Salt Lake City I-15 corridor.

Responsibilities

• Develops full understanding of the scope and interdependence of all contract documents
• Observes and records jobsite activity in accordance with required contractual frequency
• Manages effective document control mechanisms for the project to ensure that work is performed in accordance with contract documents
• Evaluates change order requests including design changes, specifications and drawing releases and reports status
• Evaluates submittals of shop drawings, material data and samples and takes appropriate action based upon contract specifications
• Reviews and processes as-built drawings to ensure that all changes during the course of construction are recorded
• Reviews the project schedule and assists the project manager in the maintenance of it as requested
• Manages the request for information process in order to facilitate the timely exchange of information between designer and contractor
• Assists the project manager in the maintenance of effective cost control mechanisms for the project
• Assist with project close out requirements in accordance with contract documents
• Coordinates meeting agendas, prepares minutes and follows up on action items
• Utilizes safe work practices and follows directives, policies and procedures for assisting and maintaining a healthy and safe work environment
• Maintains effective and professional relationships with owners, architects, engineers and contractors
• Executes additional duties and responsibilities as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or Architecture is preferred
• 3 or more years of related work experience in construction is required
• Industry experience in the vertical public market sector is preferred but not required
• Knowledge of construction and engineering related processes,