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-oriented for effective task management
  • Basic understanding of construction law and business practices
  • Strong teamwork orientation, initiative, and problem-solving skills
  • Proven positive attitude and customer service abilities
  • Current driver's license

Responsibilities

  • Interpret project plans and specifications for subcontractors and craft personnel
  • Implement the pre-construction quality plan
  • Obtain and maintain construction permits, overseeing fee payments and expenses
  • Develop and maintain project documentation such as Material Tracking Lists and Non-Conformance Reports
  • Manage contract documents and establish procedures for electronic document handling
  • Coordinate and expedite submittals in alignment with project schedules
  • Mentor and evaluate field engineers, ensuring procedural compliance and safety

Benefits

  • Medical and prescription drug plans with complimentary vision coverage
  • Dental plan
  • 401k retirement plan with generous matches
  • Paid time off, holidays, and various paid leaves
  • Employer-paid life, AD&D, and disability insurance
  • No-cost mental health tool and work-life resources
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Adoption assistance
  • Gym membership discounts
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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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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