Project Engineer

Conti Federal Services

$70K — $95K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • US Citizenship required for security clearance.
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related field with 3+ years of experience, or equivalent.
  • Experience with project start-up, subcontractor buy-outs, and owner estimates.
  • Demonstrated leadership abilities and strong communication skills.
  • Entrepreneurial mindset with a solid business perspective.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills.
  • Proficient in MS Word, Excel, P3 Primavera, HCSS, JD Edwards, and Expedition software.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure compliance with safety procedures and policies, addressing non-compliance as needed.
  • Support quality management initiatives within the project.
  • Collaborate with the Superintendent/Project Manager to optimize construction methods for efficiency.
  • Review foremen's reports to confirm information is accurately recorded for financial entries.
  • Monitor material yields and implement strategies to reduce waste.
  • Assist with the procurement process, including writing requisitions and communicating project needs.
  • Conduct daily site walks to monitor progress and identify issues early.
  • Help prepare the 12-month cash flow schedule and manage project budgets effectively.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on the first day of employment.
  • Life insurance and a 401(k) matching plan.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness programs available.
  • Access to additional optional benefits and programs.
Full Job Description
Description

This position does not require relocation, however, it may require rotational travel for a minimum of 3 weeks at a time, with one weekend home (typical).

General Position Description

The Project Engineer works with the Project Team and our Field Management to construct a safe and quality project, while beating the estimate budgets, improving the total Operating Profit margin over the original bid, and building a strong customer relationship.

This position is responsible for subcontractor management, submittals, buyout, great client relations and cost estimation.

Responsibilities
  • Complies with safety procedures/policies and addresses and/or elevates non-compliance among all employees, subcontractors, and vendors.
  • Supports the Quality personnel and the project through the use of the Quality Management System.
  • Develops various construction means and methods with the Superintendent and/or Project Manager to optimize safety, cost, equipment utilization, schedule efficiency, and communication with the client.
  • Manages/reviews all foremen's reports daily to ensure all information is properly recorded before any income, cost, or inventory entry.
  • Monitors material yields and modifies operations to minimize waste.
  • Assists the buyout process, writes the requisition, and communicates all required information to the Project Team.
  • Takes a site walk each day to monitor the project's progress and to remain fully aware of any developing issues.
  • Assists the preparation of the 12-month cash flow schedule
  • Reviews and understands the extra work billing format. Updates all budgets to incorporate owner change orders.
  • Oversees subcontractors and holds the subcontractors accountable to their agreement. Attends the subcontractor coordination meetings to provide updates to schedules, drawings, and specifications.
  • Produces and manages project submittals, shop drawings, and material certifications (submittal log or Expedition) so all are submitted and approved prior to the start of work.
  • Actively participates in the development of the Four Week Look Ahead schedules with the Superintendents using basic logic to incorporate resources, submittals, approvals, lead times, restraints, and milestones.
  • Participates in relevant daily huddles to ensure the projects are expeditiously and profitably constructed Establishes excellent working and professional relationships with the clients and their representatives and/or field inspectors.
  • Participates in recruiting and interviewing candidates.
  • Participates in Business Development activities to promote the company's brand and services.
  • Other duties as assigned.


Qualifications
  • For Security Clearance Requirements - must be a US Citizen.
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Construction Management or related field with three or more years of experience. Experience may be considered in lieu of education.
  • Background in project start-up meetings, sub-contractor and vendor by-outs, owner estimates, sub / vendor requisitions and cost-to-completes.
  • Must have demonstrated exceptional leadership skills.
  • Excellent teamwork, communication and people skills a must.
  • Entrepreneurial with a well-rounded business perspective.
  • Has a solid time management system and demonstrates excellent organizational skills.
  • Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, P3 Primavera, HCSS, JD Edwards and Expedition software.
  • Working knowledge of estimating, engineering, cost tracking systems and site surveying.


Physical Requirements
  • Must be able to traverse and inspect all areas of jobsite in all types of weather; this may include walking, climbing, reaching, bending, crouching, kneeling, crawling or stretching.
  • Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.


Pay/Benefits

Conti Federal offers great benefits. We provide medical, dental and vision on the first day of your employment. Life insurance, 401(k) matching plan, EAP, wellness programs and many other optional programs are offered as well.

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