What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Engineer position at Elecnor Hawkeye?
Job Summary: The Project Engineer position offers an exciting opportunity to develop project schedules and processes for cutting-edge overhead transmission projects. The Project Engineer will collaborate with functional leads and project managers, engaging in both office and fieldwork to identify critical and near-critical paths. This role provides ample learning opportunities, allowing you to gain hands-on experience and identify trends that help keep the project team on track.
Responsibilities:
Monitor and control project expenditures, ensuring accurate recording of tickets, invoices, and claims from suppliers, vendors, and subcontractors.
Provide planning and cost control support for all projects, including variation reporting, contract progress monitoring, and customer billing preparation.
Assist with preconstruction tasks such as mark-out requests, job kick-offs, utility work packages, and permitting.
Capture and record data including timesheets, crew locations, billing, as-built records, and materials.
Manage and schedule project activities, ensuring timely execution and monitoring.
Utilize productive reports from the project management system (View Point) for effective project implementation.
Collaborate with the project management team to resolve issues and ensure project completion.
Report on project costs monthly to ensure expenditures align with the project budget.
Engage in both office and fieldwork, providing hands-on support for underground transmission projects.
Participate in dynamic project kick-offs and utility work package development.
Attend and contribute to customer meetings, gaining exposure to client interactions and project negotiations.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management (All Fields)
1-5 years experience working within the construction or utility industry.
Strong knowledge of MS Office for project documentation and reporting.
Very proactive; must show willingness to take on additional responsibilities without having to be assigned; a team player and able to perform independently.
Experience in the areas of budgeting, financial reporting, and cost tracking.
Have an advanced knowledge of Excel, data manipulation, and spreadsheet design to communicate results.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
