Project Engineer II

The Project Engineer II is responsible for performing engineering and/or CAD tasks on various projects as directed. Work will include the design and applicable permitting of site layouts, grading plans, utility systems, stormwater management, soil erosion and sedimentation control plans, and street improvements on a variety of projects including residential, office, retail, restaurant, infrastructure, and renewable energy for private and public clients. Work may also include grant and loan applications, rate studies, construction administration, traffic control, permitting, local, state, and federal compliance issues, reporting, and public relations/communication.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Correspond with private and public agencies
• Prepare reports using Microsoft Office or other similar software
• Preparation of capital improvement plans
• Preparation of quantities for construction estimates
• Inspect completion and sign off on quality of workmanship along with crew leaders and external subcontractors
• Interpret construction plans standards and specifications
• Assist in reviewing project drawings and specifications to gain a full understanding of project scope client goals and expectations and resource requirements for each phase of the project
• Identify construction approaches and risks to ensure efficiency and mitigate exposure
• Gather information, develop solutions and adjust to necessary changes in work sequences
• Evaluate the legitimacy of contractor and supplier change requests in terms of contractual requirements and validity of cost estimates
• Assist with review of quotes, material requests, procured items, deliveries, and on-site production to validate accurate fulfilment and quality control
• Maintain regular quantities of the cost-to-completion and time-to-completion for each task
• Complete computer-based weekly and/or daily reports, project log and documentation files
• Preparation of bid documents for private, public, and other governmental agency projects
• Communication with contractors and subcontractors on private and public projects
• Prepare project specifications and standard details
• Perform field inspections of existing water, sewer, road, and other infrastructure as necessary
• Coordinate application approval process; follow up on requests for additional/missing information
• Lead mid to large-sized projects ensuring deadlines, technical aspects, and quality expectations of design intent are met
• Produce drawings using computer assisted design/drafting equipment and software, and/or modify drawings as necessary
• Plot, organize and assemble project-related documents, permit applications, and cut sheets
• Perform QA/QC review on construction drawings, technical reports, and other project related documents
• Maintain exceptional internal and external client relations
• Achieve performance objectives and financial metrics (see Key Performance Indicator document)
• All other duties as assigned