What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Engineer-Commercial Construction position at Essex General Construction, Inc?
ABOUT ESSEX GENERAL CONSTRUCTION
Essex General Construction is a commercial general contractor founded in Eugene in 1987. With an office in Eugene and one in Portland, we serve Western Oregon and Southwest Washington constructing high quality buildings that enhance our community. We foster a diverse and collaborative company culture. Essex is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Why choose Essex!
- Team based/family culture.
- Essex understands that a healthy work life balance is priority with minimal travel.
- Build teams are structured to provide support for all team members.
- Strong compensation / benefit package
- Continuous improvement is key to team member engagement and personal growth.
- Essex provides training and promotes from within.
- A company that are builders and not paper contractors.
- A place you can call home for years to come.
BENEFITS:
- Employer Paid Health / Rx / Dental / Vision Insurance for Family
- Health Reimbursement Account
- Life Insurance
- (PTO) Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- 401k with Matching Contributions
- $5,000 Scholarship
- Educational Assistance
POSITION OBJECTIVE:
Project Engineer support the Project Superintendent and Project Manager on an assigned project. They perform routine daily activities and assist in gathering and distributing information to team members. Project Engineer must possess strong written and verbal communication skills and manage time effectively.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Prepare, review and distribute RFIs. Maintain RFI Log.
- Process, review and distribute submittals. Maintain submittal log.
- Maintain job files and as-builts.
- Distribute schedule with Superintendent input.
- Maintain thorough understanding of contract documents and subcontracts.
- Schedule, prepare, and distribute meeting agenda and minutes for all job meetings.
- Assist with required tasks daily: Timecards, Purchase Orders, Work Orders and collecting Subcontractor Daily Job Reports.
- Weekly project photos.
- Inspect/verify material deliveries.
- Manage project closeout and obtain all warranties required for final acceptance.
- Maintain punch list with Superintendent.
- Ensure company procedures and standards are maintained.
- Assist Project Manager by preparing all necessary backup relating to change requests and soliciting change information.
- Interface with City officials as required.
- Other duties assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
Ability to read and understand drawings and specifications.
Positive attitude.
Time management and organizational skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Strong computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) programs.
EDUCATION, CREDENTIALS & EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor’s degree in construction-related discipline from an accredited educational institution; or
2 years’ experience as a Project Engineer for a commercial contractor.
LEED Accreditation – preferred.
CSI: CDT, CCCA preferred.
JOB CLASSIFICATION AND HOURS:
Salary/Exempt - DOE
Team Member is expected to work Monday through Friday during established jobsite hours.