What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Engineer - Meridian Idaho position at PETRA General Contractors?
The Project Engineer is responsible for executing core construction processes such as requests for information, submittals, document control, and project closeout on up to three (3) projects at a time. This role will be technically focused and support the Project Manager by identifying constructability issues and assisting in researching and resolving them, verifying and tracking construction materials and supplies, and assisting with quality control. The successful candidate will assist in the change order process by reviewing change documents, identifying affected trade partners and vendors, reviewing pricing, and compiling change orders.
Key Accountabilities:
- Participate in the review of project estimates with the Project Manager and Estimator to understand profit goals, identify missed scopes or other issues, and resolve identified issues.
- Review all project documents and upload them into the online drawing management system in an organized manner that supports project goals.
- Manage the process for requests for information (RFIs) by receiving and organizing issues raised by the Field Team and trade partners, researching and understanding issues, partnering with the Superintendent to effectively phrase the language of the request, submitting requests to the appropriate design partner, tracking and distributing responses, notifying the Project Team of responses that have schedule and/or cost impacts to the project, and incorporating responses into the project documents.
- Create and maintain tracking logs for long lead time and critical project materials and regularly communicate the status of each to the Project Manager and Superintendent.
- Create and update micro schedules and select portions of the project.
- Verify that the work installed conforms with project standards (quality control).
- Manage the change order process by reviewing actual and proposed changes to the work.
- Identifying affected trade partners and vendors by requesting, tracking, and reviewing submitted pricing; and compiling final proposals for Project Manager review.
- Assist the Superintendent in the creation of project punch lists, verifying work complete, and distributing updated lists to the appropriate trade partners.
- Manage the closeout process of a project by requesting, tracking, and compiling specified documentation, warranties, and stock materials.
- Create closeout binders and deliver to the owner or their facilities representatives.
- Assist with training and mentoring interns and new team members.
Education And Experience
- Minimum of at least two (2) years’ experience as a Project Engineer at another general contractor, or similar experience, is required.
- Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Construction Engineering and Technology, Engineering OR any combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the job duties (required).
- Strong understanding of generally accepted construction processes such as requests for information, submittals, change order management, and project execution.
- Experience in the change order process and familiar with change documents.
- Experience in researching issues and determining clear courses of action.
- Familiarity and proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite of programs such as Office, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, OneDrive, SharePoint and especially Excel.
- Familiarity with high-level concepts of construction scheduling is preferred, specifically Procore
- Familiarity with basic construction safety expectations is highly desired.
Skills & Abilities
- Ability to clearly understand and champion company mission and values that TIES us all together.
- Work in a combined group as a Team, contributing toward achievement of a common goal.
- Stay committed to providing high quality service and excellence through Integrity and ethical principles.
- Surpass ordinary standards and requirements to exceed expectations by delivering Excellence.
- Embrace, advance and promote Safety as a Core Value, including mental and physical safety, creating a culture where work is performed safely or not at all; there is no compromise.
- Ability to collaborate with various departments and personnel at various levels of management and of diverse personalities.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to be polite and helpful when communicating verbally or in written form.
- Positive attitude toward co-workers, the workplace, and the tasks of the job showing respect for others and respect for individual differences.
- Ability to comfortable interfacing with field partners such as Superintendents and trade partners.
- Sense of responsibility, accountability, and ownership of duties.
- Motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Must work efficiently to meet deadlines and fulfill team needs and customer requirements.
- Must be able to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate discretion.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, self-directed, entrepreneurial environment.
- Demonstrated time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and responsibilities.
Woking Environment
- This position requires long periods of sitting while working on the computer.
- Works indoors in an office setting with moderate noise levels and near others; frequent interactions with others.
- When on a job site, this position may be exposed to conditions that include weather such as heat and/or humidity and cold, fumes or airborne particles, exposure to dust, and moving mechanical parts.
- Requires routine travel to meet with customers, potential clients, and Business Development events.
- Job requirements must be met with or without reasonable accommodation(s).
Pre-Employment Requirements
- Successfully pass a Background Check
- Authorize pre-employment and annual Motor Vehicle Records Check
- Pass a pre-employment Drug Screen
Note: This job announcement reflects core areas of accountability and may not include all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job description. Upon hire candidates will receive a full job description which includes a more extensive account of job responsibilities.
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