Intern - Industrial Project Engineer

General Position Summary:

Manage mechanical construction projects through effective communication, negotiation, scheduling, tracking, document control, material procurement, and forecasting of costs and profitability.

Essential Job Functions:

1. Estimate and negotiate change orders.

2. Track quantities for productivity forecasting.

3. Buyout major equipment and subcontracts.

4. Expedite and track deliveries of major equipment/materials.

5. Maintain working knowledge of general conditions, work scope and specifications of project contract/subcontract.

6. Maintain and control documents in compliance with UMC Standards as well as contractual compliance.

7. Develop and submit RFI’s with project management oversight.

8. Collaborate with field labor supervision to plan, organize and schedule project work including preparation of subcontract/contract integrated project schedule.

9. Review contract drawings, detail drawings and specifications.

10. Participate in and follow the AIM processes as may be required for a project.

11. Ensure full compliance with UMC Safety Program at the jobsite and attend all safety meetings.

12. Regular attendance and promptness are considered part of each employee's essential job functions.

Secondary Job Functions:

1. Assist in the bid process and the procurement of new work.

2. Provide customer service/ maintain client relations and collaborate with other contractors.

Skills Required to Perform the Essential Duties of the Job:

• Ability to accurately estimate mechanical work.
• Ability to lead and foster a positive working environment.
• Ability to understand and communicate basic mechanical concepts.
• Advanced organizational and time management skills
• Attention to detail – errors & mistakes can result in significant financial losses.
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Strong work ethic – results driven.
• Ability to multi-task job responsibilities.
• Advanced computer skills including MS Word, Excel, Project, Access, and AutoCAD, Front Desk, Blue Beam, Smartsheet, and Viewpoint.

Supervisory Responsibility:

• None

Education/ Experience Requirements Needed to Perform the Essential Duties of the Job:

• Construction Management, Mechanical, Civil, or Chemical Engineering degree desired.

Licensing or Other Special Certifications Required:

• Maintain a valid Driver’s License and satisfactory driving record.

Affirmative Action:

UMC is committed to a culture of inclusion and connectedness. The collective sum of the individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, innovation, self-expression, and talent that our employees invest in their work represents who we are as a company and what we believe in. In recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of their education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran’s status, color, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs.

EEO Policy:

UMC's policy on equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination based on race, color, sex, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, religion, presence of physical, sensory or mental disability, genetic information, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, honorably discharged veteran or military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault or stalking, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to recruiting, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Retaliation against any employee who files a complaint regarding possible violations of this policy is not tolerated. UMC is also committed to taking affirmative steps to promote the employment of minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and covered veterans. Affirmative action plans are developed annually to support its commitment to equal employment opportunity, consistent with company policy and the company's obligations as a contractor to the United States government.