What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Engineer position at Orion Group Holdings?
POSITION SUMMARY
This position is accountable for planning, directing, and coordinating activities of designated project to ensure that goals or objectives of project are accomplished within prescribed time frame and funding parameters by performing the following duties personally or through subordinates, if applicable.
The incumbent must have the ability and flexibility to work varying shifts, long hours (8-12 hours) and weekend hours according to project needs.
The incumbent must support the guiding beliefs and core values of Orion, which are centered on Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Teamwork most importantly, with each built upon the all-important foundation of Integrity .
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assists in the preparation and planning of pre-job meetings (examples : plans, specification, budgets, cost targets, scheduling, and others as necessary).
- Assists Project Manager(s) in the management of all assigned jobs.
- Reviews & processes shop drawings and submittals (including those from subcontractors), checking for accuracy when compared to drawings and specifications.
- Distributes all drawing revisions to Project Manager(s), Superintendent(s) and Subcontractors; and request new shop drawings from suppliers and subcontractors as necessary to match revisions.
- Prices all drawing revisions and Field Extra Work Tickets; review with Project Manager(s) and submit to General Contractor or client; update stick set and drawing log with each revision received.
- Maintains the RCO log and PM Submittal Log for each assigned project.
- Keeps all project schedules updated with actual durations for each task as compared to the original Base-Line Schedule; document all applicable delays (weather, GC, suppliers, others).
- Orders, ensures timely delivery, and reviews accuracy of materials such as rebar, shoring, forming, and post-tensioning.
- Contacts the Superintendent(s) on assigned job(s) frequently and visit job site(s) regularly to identify problems and assist in reaching solutions.
- Approves and codes assigned invoices, as requested by project manager.
- Tracks Manhours & Job Cost for all assigned jobs weekly.
- Meets with Superintendents to identify target cost to complete job under budget.
- Assists Project Manager(s) with End of Month Financial Reports for all assigned jobs.
- Prepares project reports for management, client, or others.
- Coordinates project activities with activities of government regulatory or other governmental agencies.
- All employees, current and former, must maintain confidentiality by not disclosing to others any confidential, proprietary or trade secret information belonging to the Company.
EMPLOYEE SAFETY AND COMPLIANCE
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
A minimum of (1) year of construction related experience. BS Degree in Construction Management required or related discipline and field experience in commercial concrete construction, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
In addition, the incumbent must have :
The Company expects and requires incumbent and each of its other employees to observe and fulfill the above and all other safety responsibilities and actively work toward maintaining a safe workplace. Failure to do so can result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.
PHYSICAL / MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable workplace accommodation.
The individual must also be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to work or visit within areas where it is required. This includes hard hat, safety glasses, respirators, ear plugs, steel toed shoes, or other protective equipment as required by the work performed and location the work is being done.
This individual must also have the ability to identify critical issues and formulate action plans with all levels of management, including corporate and executive.
The incumbent must possess the ability to remain calm during emergencies and respond appropriately as dictated by the circumstance of the incident and as directed by the Safety Representative or other management personnel. Must be capable of evacuating the work area in a timely manner should an emergency situation arise.
Compensation & Benefits :
An excellent compensation and benefits package is offered. Benefit plans include :
