Project Engineer

Title: Project Engineer

Department: Operations

Exempt Position

This organization believes that each employee makes a significant contribution to our success. The assigned responsibilities should not limit that contribution. Therefore, this position description is designed to outline primary duties, qualifications, and job scope but not restrain the incumbent nor the organization to just the work identified. We expect that each employee will offer their services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of our endeavors. To be a leader at COLAS, you must focus on we, not me philosophy.

General Position Summary: The Project Engineer is responsible for assisting the Project Manager with overseeing the construction process. This position may interact on a single large project or multiple small to mid-sized projects. The position requires strong time management, communication, and client service skills. Individuals must communicate with subcontractors representing COLAS values while maintaining the project budget and timeframe. In the performance of this function, the PE is responsible to protect and promote the interest of both the business and client in all matters as well as demonstrate the personal characteristics of a mid-level leader. Position may assist with preconstruction efforts related to subcontractor outreach, schedule, logistics, and constructability. PE should be able to interpret project plans, specifications, and details for subcontractors and craft persons.

General Responsibilities:

• Participate and meaningfully contribute to monthly cost report meetings
• Successfully adhere to the project controls procedures to include monthly cost control, pay requests and cost reporting
• Effective expediting of material deliveries
• Act as a liaison between the owner, architects, subcontractors, and the company
• Coordinate information and documentation from owners and architects to the subcontractors
• Process subcontractor submittals – route, review, and approve
• Establish handling procedures for electronic documents, including Request for Information (RFI) and correspondence – create, assess, route, and distribute
• Obtain and maintain all necessary construction permits and work with the Project Manager for fee payments or recurring permit expenses
• Develop business through identifying client needs , identifying COLAS opportunity matches, and communicating the value and differentiation of COLAS to prospective clients
• Proactively review customer feedback, build a customer centric mentality within teams, and demonstrate knowledge of different market sectors and delivery systems to ensure positive customer relations
  
  

Key Competencies:

• Communicate Effectively - Listen to understand and clearly convey information in all forms based on the audience to ensure shared meaning of the message
• Act Inclusively - Ensure that actions and behaviors are respectful; show empathy and treat others with dignity. Leverage capabilities and insights of individuals with diverse perspectives, abilities and motivation
• Solve Problems - Identify, prioritize and implement alternatives for a solution
• Demonstrate Agility/ Adaptability - Maintain effectiveness and adjust to change by exploring the rationale, trying new approaches, and collaborating with others to make the change successful. Create an atmosphere of open-mindedness to change
• Drive for Results - Show passion and commitment while delivering on business outcomes. Create a sense of individual ownership and accountability
• Champion Innovation - Identify opportunities for new and improved ways of doing things that result in value added, unique and differentiated solutions
• Ability to perform advanced math (analysis, statistics, significant data or number manipulation)
  
  

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Assist in preconstruction efforts, subcontractor outreach
• Implement preconstruction quality plan
• Meet with city officials, inspectors, etc., as needed
• Perform miscellaneous office duties (maintain copiers, make copies, etc.)
• Proven capability to establish specific measurable, attainable performance goals and hold others accountable for achieving them
• Demonstrated ability to build active team participation, team trust and strengthen positive interactions
• Ability to articulate financial knowledge and customer satisfaction awareness of how the company makes a profit
• Demonstrated ability to adapt personal communication style to suit the target audience and situation including highly effective presentations, clear and concise writing on complex and sensitive topics, and understanding through paraphrasing and use of relevant examples
• OSHA 10 Certified preferred, with a goal of OSHA 30 certification within a year of hire date
• Review construction documents for completeness and constructability
• Enhanced blueprint reading and computer skills in Microsoft Office 365, Microsoft Project, Procore, Bluebeam, Smartsheet, Zoom, Revit and Assemble
• Basic skills in Foundation Accounting (or similar construction accounting program)
• Financial Management familiarity
• Ability to always maintain discretion and confidentiality
• Dependability
  
  

Experience Requirements:

• BS or MS degree in – Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture or equivalent, or equivalent experience
• Minimum of six years related construction experience working on $20-$50M construction project
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Possess a basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices
• Ability to interpret and communicate COLAS policies
• Current driver’s license
  
  

Physical Activities:

• Occasional sitting
• Occasional standing
• The occasional repetitive motion of hands/wrists
• The position often reports to a jobsite trailer, which may require the ability to navigate course terrain
• Rare lifting of up to 20 pounds
  
  

Authority: The PE derives their authority and performs all duties with guidance from the Project Manager, Superintendent, Project Executive, Vice President, or Account Manager. The PE is responsible for supervising, managing, and coordinating the project team's efforts on a day-to-day basis.

Job Conditions: This position generally requires 8-10 hours a day. The workweek is Monday-Friday. This position requires the incumbent to work in a job trailer on a construction job site or in the Colas Construction main office, depending on the project. This position requires the following; sitting, walking, standing, lifting, climbing, pushing, pulling, hearing, visual acuity, and utilization of a computer and office equipment. This person must be physically capable of reviewing a job site multiple times daily. The working environments consist of exposure to dirt, heat, noise, dust, chemicals, odors, fumes, outdoor weather, and indoor and climate-controlled settings.

Benefits:

At Colas Construction, we believe in investing in our employees' well-being and professional growth. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you both personally and professionally. Our benefits include and are not limited to:

• Health Insurance: 100% employer-paid employee coverage for robust medical, dental, and vision insurance with multiple plan options
• Retirement: 401(k) plan with employer match
• Paid Time Off: generous paid sick, vacation, personal, and holiday days off
• Professional Development: annual allowance for continued education and training
• Additional Perks: Benefit from various additional perks, such as company vehicles for certain roles, travel allowances, and flexible working hours to help balance life and work commitments
  
  

Our goal is to create a supportive and enriching work environment where you can thrive. Become part of Colas Construction and contribute to our success while enjoying the benefits of a company that truly cares about its employees.

Colas Construction, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer. We value equitable hiring practices and adhere to a policy of making employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, age, or disability. We assure you that employment with COLAS depends solely on your qualifications.

Thank you for your interest in COLAS, where we are Building Tomorrow, Today!

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