What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Engineer - Water/Wastewater position at Wharton-Smith?
Wharton-Smith, Inc. is currently seeking an experienced Project Engineer to work in the Water/Wastewater Division in the Charlotte, NC area. The successful candidate will be responsible for the completion of specific project tasks as assigned by the Project Manager. In this position, the candidate will interface with the estimating division (Project Engineers will gain/enhance experience in estimating), Project Assistant (administrative functions are required to complete many assigned tasks) and the Project Superintendent as well as the Project Manager.
Responsibilities:
Primarily performs duties in planning for environmental projects for water and wastewater treatment facilities and pump stations.
Maintain project logs (i.e. Submittal Log, RFI log, etc.).
Maintain and update schedules.
Identify need for and write RFI’s.
Prepare, review and process shop drawings.
Maintain as-built drawings.
Collect and assemble O&M materials.
Purchase Order and Subcontract Scope analysis and drafting.
Material purchasing and expediting.
Document distribution.
Value engineering design and proposals.
Coordinating with Subcontractors and Vendors.
Contract document distribution to job site, vendors and subcontractors.
Visits project sites to monitor progress conformance to plans and standards.
Coordinate facility startup activities.
Provide the Project Manager with support and accurate information to maximize project management effectiveness.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or other relevant degree.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Experience as Project Engineer preferred.
