Hensel Phelps Construction Co

Office Engineer

Hensel Phelps Construction Co$76K — $89K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 4-year degree in Civil, Structural, Architecture, or Construction Management
  • Valid Driver's License
  • Strong communication skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, ProjectSight, Primavera, and AutoDesk Suite
  • Internships in the construction field preferred, but not mandatory

Responsibilities

  • Support field activities through materials management to keep the project on track
  • Supervise trade partner staff during submittals and shop drawing processes
  • Review and approve submittals, shop drawings, and product data
  • Create and resolve RFIs in a proactive manner
  • Process subcontract bonds, insurance, pay applications, and correspondence
  • Assist in data gathering for owner pay applications and margin analysis
  • Engage in jobsite safety meetings and conduct weekly safety audits

Benefits

  • Company-paid medical insurance and life insurance
  • Long-term disability coverage
  • 401(K) retirement plan with health savings account (HSA)
  • Annual bonus plan based on performance
  • Generous paid time off starting from hire date
  • Company cell phone or allowance, and a vehicle or vehicle allowance depending on role
  • Costs of living adjustments may be provided based on location
Full Job Description
Compensation ( Washington Only)

$76,200 - $89,400

Employment Offer Contingent Upon Successful Completion of the Following:
  • Verification of Work Authorization and Employment Eligibility
  • Substance Abuse Screening
  • Physical Exam (if applicable)
  • Background Checks for Badging/Security Clearances (if applicable)

Position Description:

The Office Engineer (OE) position supports the execution of work in the field with a focus on project administration activities. The OE participates in many of the field activities especially as related to safety and quality control. The office engineer works with the project engineer and responsibilities include the exercise judgment and discretion in making recommendations, implementing policies and procedures, and handling a wide variety of matters in the office such as trade partner/supplier management to administer contract changes (e.g., RFIs and change orders), management of financial accounts, scheduling of deliveries, reporting on production trends, other administrative aspects of the project as outlined in the Book of 14 and much more.

Position Qualifications:
  • A 4-year degree in Civil, Structural, Architecture or Construction Management.
  • Valid Driver's License.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Computer software - Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel-based templates, ProjectSight, Primavera and AutoDesk Suite.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Past internships in the construction industry are preferred, but not required.

Essential Duties:
  • Support the field through materials management to maintain the project schedule and sequencing.
  • Supervise trade partner employees involved in the submittal and shop drawing process.
  • Perform detailed reviews and provide approvals of submittals, shop drawings and product data.
  • Create and process RFIs in a solutions-orientated manner.
  • Process subcontract bonds, insurance, pay applications, correspondence, change estimates and potential change orders.
  • Assist with data gathering for the monthly owner pay application and margin analysis.
  • Participate in jobsite safety meetings, weekly safety audits, etc.
  • Facilitate the quality control plan and participate in preparatory meetings, initial inspections, follow-up inspections, etc.
  • Support BIM and VDC coordination meetings in the creation of RFIs, as needed, and review shop drawings from the coordinated model.

Physical Work Classification & Demands:
  • Moderate Work. Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
  • The individual in this position will periodically walk, kneel, sit, crouch, reach, stoop, read/see, speak, push, pull, lift, stand, and finger/type. The frequency of each action varies by workflow and office activity.
  • Walking - The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, boxes, cabinets, etc.
  • Constantly operates a computer and other office machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, phone, computer, and computer printer.
  • The person in this position frequently communicates with employees and external stakeholders regarding a variety of topics related to office administration.
  • Constantly computes, analyzes, and conceptualizes mathematical calculations and formulas.
  • The person in this position regularly sits in a stationary position in front of a computer screen.
  • Constantly reads written communications and views mail submissions. Will also need to read blueprints and take/verify field measurements.
  • Climbing - Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding and ramps at various heights.
  • Balancing - Ability to maintain body equilibrium to prevent falling and to walk, stand or crouch.
  • Stooping - Bending the body downward and forward by the spine at the waist.
  • Visual acuity and ability to operate a vehicle as certified and appropriate.
  • Occasionally exposed to high and low temperatures
  • Frequently exposed to noisy environments and outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.

Benefits:

Hensel Phelps provides generous benefits for our salaried employees. This position is eligible for company paid medical insurance, life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment, long-term disability, 401(K) retirement plan, health savings account (HSA) (HSA not available in Hawaii), and our employee assistance program (EAP). It also is eligible for employee paid enrollment in vision and dental insurance. Hensel Phelps also believes in the importance of taking time to recharge. As a result, salaried employees are eligible for paid time off beginning upon hire. Salaried positions (project engineers and above) participate in an annual bonus plan, subject to company and employee performance. Salaried employees (this is all salaried employees) are also eligible for a company cell phone or cell phone allowance in accordance with company policy. Further, salaried employees (project engineers and above) also receive either a vehicle or vehicle allowance in accordance with Hensel Phelps' policies. Based on position location, a cost of living adjustment (COLA) may also be included (subject to periodic review and adjustment).

About Hensel Phelps Construction Co

Hensel Phelps Construction Co is a construction company that specializes in building large-scale projects, including airports, hospitals, and government buildings. The company was founded in 1937 and has since grown to become one of the largest construction firms in the United States. Hensel Phelps Construction Co is known for its innovative approach to construction and its commitment to sustainability. The company has won numerous awards for its work, including the National Design-Build Award and the ENR Award of Excellence. Hensel Phelps Construction Co is committed to safety and has implemented a number of initiatives to ensure the well-being of its employees and the communities in which it operates.
Learn more about Hensel Phelps Construction Co
Size
3,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1937

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