What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Engineer position at NW Construction, Inc.?

About NW Construction, Inc.

At NW Construction, Inc., we pride ourselves on delivering the highest level of service, expertise, and performance in the heavy civil construction industry. Based in Bozeman, Montana, our company specializes in a wide range of construction services, including dam construction, hydroelectric projects, large and small diameter piping, site work, and environmental work. Founded in 2013 by Neil VanAmburg and Neil Worden, our team brings decades of combined experience to every project. We are committed to building safely, with high quality, on budget, and on time, adhering to our core values of knowledge, experience, integrity, and teamwork. Join us and be a part of a company that values its people and strives for excellence in every endeavor.

Benefits

At NW Construction, our people come first and are central to the foundation and future of our Company’s success. We believe in helping our people thrive at work and outside of work. That’s why we offer our full-time salaried team a comprehensive benefits package that rivals the best in the industry. NW Construction covers the full cost of premiums for our employees and their eligible dependents on benefits including :

Health Care (HSA available with select plans)
Prescription Drug Coverage
Dental & Vision
Short & Long-Term Disability Benefits
Life Insurance

Summary

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Project Engineer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing and managing various aspects of large-scale civil construction projects, including dam, and water infrastructure projects. This role involves coordinating with project managers, subcontractors, and other stakeholders to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Location

At NWC, we go where the work is, which exposes your career to exciting opportunities. We relocate our teams based on the work that is available. While our home office is located in Bozeman, MT, our project sites are generally located throughout the Western United States.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

High level of involvement in the operations of our cost control system and analysis of construction costs.

Participate in monthly forecasting revenue and costs accruals.

Accumulate all necessary data and prepare monthly pay estimates.

Process and estimate change orders and Requests for Information as directed by Project Manager.

Coordinate and schedule shop drawings and submittals.

Maintain a complete and current record of submittals, approvals, and resubmittals, including a file of letters of transmittal and dates of each transaction.

Process / manage material deliveries – ensure that materials received are properly inspected for quantity and quality and in compliance with Contract documents.

Manage and negotiate subcontractor and material contracts.

Assist in developing and updating project schedule.

Work closely with field construction personnel (Superintendents, Foremen and Crews).

Provide suggestions to refine workflow and boost efficiency.

Competencies

Strong organizational and time management skills.

Thorough attention to detail, with the ability to recognize discrepancies.

Strong work ethic, willing to do what it takes to get the job done.

Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

Work Environment

Active construction site, mining area, or other industrial setting where large scale projects are taking place.

Working around various heavy equipment operations.

Exposure to various weather conditions such as extreme heat, cold, rain, or wind.

Minimum Requirements

Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.

Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without needing sponsorship for employment work visa status now or in the future.

Must have a valid, unrestricted Driver’s License.

Undergraduate degree in Engineering, Business Administration (Accounting, Management or Finance), Construction Management or related field. Equivalent experience in a construction-related position will also be considered.

Must be willing to travel and relocate. Project sites are located throughout the Western United States, so relocation and / or travel are required.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience in the heavy civil construction industry

OSHA 10 / OSHA 30 Certification a plus

Current first aid / CPR certification a plus

Physical Requirements

Ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environments.

Ability to kneel, stoop, crouch, climb or crawl.

Ability to maintain balance.

Ability to safely and effectively perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and / or quantitative productivity standards.

Other duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Affirmative Action / EEO statement

Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans / Disabled, NWC is an E-Verify employer and is a Drug-Free Workplace.

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