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
  • Detail orientation to effectively manage multiple tasks
  • Basic understanding of construction law and business practices
  • Strong teamwork, initiative, communication, and problem-solving skills
  • Proven positive attitude and customer service skills
  • Current driver's license

Responsibilities

  • Interpret project plans and specifications for subcontractors
  • Implement the pre-construction quality plan
  • Obtain and manage construction permits and expenses
  • Develop and maintain various project tracking documents
  • Manage, create, and distribute contract documents
  • Establish protocols for handling electronic documents
  • Coordinate safety compliance for all team members

Benefits

  • Medical and prescription drug plans including vision coverage
  • Dental plan
  • 401k retirement plan with generous employer match
  • Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
  • Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
  • Access to no-cost mental health tools and work-life resources
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Gym membership discount program
Full Job Description
Job Description

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.

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  • 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

As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact.

Let's Redefine Possible®

Equal Employment Opportunity

Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.

  • Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations. No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement.


  • Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

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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