Mortenson Construction

Project Engineer I

Mortenson Construction$84K — $113K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction, Civil, or Architectural Engineering or Construction Management
  • Minimum of two years related construction experience
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Basic understanding of construction law and business practices
  • Excellent teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills
  • Professional attitude with a strong customer service focus
  • Current driver's license

Responsibilities

  • Interpret project plans and specifications for subcontractors
  • Implement pre-construction quality plan
  • Obtain and maintain construction permits, managing fees and expenses
  • Develop and maintain various tracking lists and logs
  • Manage and distribute contract documents effectively
  • Coordinate subcontractor details and verify insurance
  • Mentor and evaluate field engineers

Benefits

  • Medical and prescription drug plans including no-cost vision coverage
  • Dental plan
  • 401k retirement plan with generous employer match
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Employer-paid life, AD&D, and disability insurance
  • Access to no-cost mental health tools and extensive work-life resources
  • Tuition reimbursement for further education
  • Adoption assistance
  • Discounted gym membership program
Full Job Description
Job Description

Project Engineer I

SUMMARY

Mortenson is currently seeking an experienced Project Engineer I with the ability to interact with a variety of staff at all levels in an ever-changing environment, remaining flexible, resourceful, proactive, and efficient with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality. The Project Engineer will review, provide analysis, management, and resolution of field coordination issues with project team members and participants.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Interpret project plans, specifications, and details for subcontractors and craft persons

Implement the pre-construction quality plan

Obtain and maintain construction permits; manage fee payments and recurring expenses

Develop and maintain Material Tracking List, Project Test and Inspection Listing, Concrete Placement Log, Non-Conformance Report

Manage, create, and distribute contract documents

Establish handling procedures for electronic documents (RFIs, correspondence)

Incorporate processes and procedures for project closeout phase

Manage testing and inspection processes for construction quality management

Implement three-phase inspection system

Establish reporting formats, protocols, schedules, and off-site testing procedures

Notify Project Manager and Superintendent of non-conforming test results or inspection items

Manage submittals: set up register, obtain customer/architect approval, prepare transmittal forms, coordinate packaging, review, and processing

Expedite submittals to align with project schedule

Communicate submittal process details to subcontractors and suppliers

Issue submittal requirement letters

Provide periodic updates of submittal register to customer or architect

Coordinate subcontractor details: verify insurance, prepare paperwork, request final payment

Develop and distribute RFIs and Change Orders

Define and implement procedures for posting revisions and updates to as-built construction documents

Incorporate subcontractor as-built documentation into contract document updates

Mentor, manage, and evaluate field engineers

Determine alternative work methods as needed

Coordinate safety and compliance for all team members

Maintain schedule of timelines and ensure completion

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction, Civil, or Architectural Engineering or Construction Management


  • Minimum of two years related construction experience


  • Detail orientation sufficient to organize and effectively manage multiple tasks


  • Possess basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices


  • Strong teamwork orientation, initiative, communication, and problem-solving skills


  • Proven positive and professional attitude and customer service skills


  • Current driver's license


A few benefits offered include:

(for Non-Craft & Non-Union Craft working 25+ hours / week)

  • Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage


  • Dental plan


  • 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match


  • Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves


  • Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance


  • No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources


  • Tuition reimbursement


  • Adoption Assistance


  • Gym Membership Discount Program


The base pay range for this role is $84,100 MIN - $113,500 MAX. (Actual range is higher for the following office locations: Denver, CO and Chicago, IL - 5%, Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR - 10%, Washington, D.C. - 12.5%).

Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual's knowledge, skills, and experience, with consideration given to internal equity. This position is eligible for Mortenson's incentive plan.

Please make note:

  • Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.


  • Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.

About Mortenson Construction

Mortenson Construction is a construction company that provides services in the areas of commercial, institutional, and energy construction. The company offers planning, design, and construction management services for various projects, including healthcare, education, sports, and entertainment facilities, as well as wind, solar, and hydroelectric power plants. Mortenson Construction serves clients in the public and private sectors, including federal, state, and local governments, as well as commercial and institutional clients. The company was founded in 1954 and is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Learn more about Mortenson Construction
Size
7,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$200 million
5 Year Trend
+10%
Revenue
$5 billion

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