About the Role
As a Project Engineer at The Client, you will serve as a key link between the client, construction project manager, job superintendent, and subcontractors. Your primary responsibility is to ensure that construction projects progress safely, accurately, and efficiently.
Major Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the Project Manager, Senior PM, Project Superintendent, and Subcontractors to gather information and produce daily and weekly project schedules
- Update material needs based on project schedules and communicate these needs to suppliers
- Review plans and specifications to determine cost coding for labor, equipment, materials, and hauling
- Process submittals, schedules, quantity takeoffs, and pay estimate data
- Collect and review daily trucking logs, material summaries, and tickets from the field
- Assist the job superintendent in reviewing timecards to ensure accurate cost coding
- Support the Project Manager or Senior PM in preparing for meetings and reviewing job cost reports
- Attend and document weekly subcontractor and progress meetings
Additional Responsibilities
- Perform various duties as assigned by the Project Manager or Senior PM
- Be available during winter months to supervise snow removal operations outside of normal working hours
Required Skills & Knowledge
- Basic ability to read and interpret construction plans and specifications
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
- Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Self-directed and motivated
Preferred Skills & Knowledge
- Experience in heavy highway construction, either through internships or previous jobs
- Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, Access, Bluebeam Revu, Oracle P6, Viewpoint Vista, HCSS Heavy Bid, and Heavy Job
- GPS survey training
Education & Certifications
- Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, General Engineering, or related field
- PMP certification is a plus
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs frequently
- Ability to stand for up to 12 hours per day with breaks
- Ability to stoop and climb frequently
- Ability to walk on uneven terrain frequently at job sites
- Ability to drive long distances frequently
