Project Engineer

Project Engineer

General Summary

Supports heavy civil construction projects ensuring that the primary objectives of service, quality, safety profitability and scheduling are met for each assigned project to the greatest extent possible from preconstruction activities through project close-out.

Duties & Responsibilities

PRECONSTRUCTION

• Maximize competitiveness of new construction projects
• Develop a thorough understanding of each project
• Support creditable interface with client, subcontractors, and consultants
• Effectively schedule all preconstruction activities
• Effectively track budgets
• Schedule subcontractors as directed for required activities
• Support creation of a completed project schedule and plan for implementation of project schedule

PROJECT MANAGEMENT

• Develop strong planning skills through performing initial project set-up and maintenance of systems, quantity tracking logs, submittal tracking logs, shop drawings, as-built drawing updates, contract drawing updates, change order logs, TESC reporting, utility locate logs, invoice and receipt coding, project journals and Heavy Job.
• Develop a thorough understanding of each project from start to finish including reading, understanding and retaining the design intent of the project plans and specifications
• Apply effective problem-solving skills, which are appropriately creative and innovative

• Support purchase and ensure that materials for construction are on site as directed and needed, including sending and tracking requests for quotes and scheduling material deliveries

• Prepare accurate monthly cost reports, end of job cost reports and labor forecasts in a timely manner
• Draft documents for processing such as EWO’s, CO’s and invoices – in a timely manner

• Inspects work at sites for compliance with terms and specifications of contract
• Actively support the safety culture on each project through attending pre-task planning meetings and weekly safety meetings as well as performing site inspections with NWC field leadership and conducting regular audits of project safety documentation
• Promptly communicate issues to Project Manager including changed site conditions, revisions to contract drawings or other potential changes in scope of work; actively engage in finding the best solution (in terms of safety, cost, and schedule) for each issue

• Develop and demonstrate cost control skills
• May participate in project revenue forecasting with Project Manager
• Develop and demonstrate timely and accurate close out activities

ADMINISTRATION

• Effectively utilize project management and estimating software
• Consistently meet deadlines and project commitments
• Demonstrate a customer service approach to project support
• Demonstrate professionalism in both written and verbal communication
• Support and maintain an effective system of communication throughout the project teams

MARKETING/RELATIONSHIPS

• Support PM’s in fostering outstanding customer service and positive client relationships
• Convey an image that supports Northwest Construction’s values
• Deliver effective presentations as requested and demonstrate effective meeting skills

MANAGEMENT/LEADERSHIP

• Operates with a goal to achieve a high level of independence

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management or related field and 2+ years of related experience in the construction industry or the equivalent combination of education and experience

Competencies & Skills

Heavy Civil Construction Project Management

• Has the functional and technical knowledge and skill to support projects at a solid level of accomplishment

Operations

• Strong ability to prioritize actions and decisions
• Uses organization and project resources effectively and efficiently in getting things done and can orchestrate multiple activities at once to accomplish project goals

Interpersonal Skills

• Manages relationships well at all levels including manager, peers, direct reports, customers & business partners
• Effectively communicates with clients and other project team members in verbal and written communications
• Communicates with open/receptive approach, flexibility & composure, listening, patience understanding

Customer Focus

• Dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers
• Obtains customer information and uses it to improve project services

Computer/Technology

• Intermediate to advanced level skills with MS office, particularly MS Excel and MS Project
• Basic skill in use of Heavy Bid software or other project bid software sufficient to prepare project change-order or Extra Work Order estimates and HeavyJob or other project management software for operations and job costing purposes and to add information for new types of work and maintaining unit costs in the system

Values & Ethics

• Adheres to organizations values reflecting them in decisions and actions
• Is widely trusted, direct and truthful in communications, and presents truth in an appropriate & helpful manner
• Admits mistakes and keeps confidences
• Enjoys working hard, is action oriented, full of energy and not fearful of acting, but quickly seizing opportunities
• Shows respect for all employees, customers and business partners and demonstrates awareness of personal impact on others.