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JOB DESCRIPTION

PROJECT ENGINEER

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS

The Project Engineer is responsible for providing technical and administrative support to the electrical construction staff under the direct supervision the Project Manager while gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks and functions of the project. The Project Engineer is directed in several aspects of work to acquire knowledge in estimating, engineering, and project management. This position reports directly to the Project Manager.

RESPONSIBILITIES

SKILL, KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Supports the staff on the project by tracking and maintaining pertinent information including, but not limited to, product submittals, subcontractor compliance, extra work orders (EWO,s) and materials
Generates meeting minutes/notes and may attend meetings as requested by the Project Manager
Assists with vendor quote requests while gaining knowledge of the process
Handles customer closeouts utilizing METL tracking methods
Cleans up simple as-built drawings from the field (non-engineering jobs)
Manages request for information (RFI) correspondence as required by the project
Works closely with all project managers, foreman, and project staff to provide support for a successful project
Works with the Project Manager on the project takeoff and estimating
Provides document control for multiple aspects of the project
Walks the jobs for new and current projects to gain an understanding of the scope of work and requirements
Updates and maintains the profit log for the project
Assists with the preparation of monthly overviews
Assists with special projects as deemed appropriate by Project Management

SKILL, KNOWLEDGE, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Construction Management or related field required
Minimum of 2-4 years’ experience working in the construction/electrical or related field required
Strong computer skills (e.g., Excel, Microsoft Word, Outlook,) required particularly in Excel
Must possess attention to detail
Ability to work cohesively with external and internal parties
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational skills: ability to manage multiple tasks at once and meet deadlines
Ability to work independently, take initiative, set priorities, and follow projects to completion
Must be a team player willing to learn new skills
Ability to think “out of the box” for continuous process improvement
Strong problem-solving skills required
Strong, positive customer service approach to employees, management, contractors, and customers
Must be able to physically work on a jobsite in a construction environment

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If interested, please complete the form and submit a resume and cover letter. We will contact ideal candidates after submission.

This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of current job responsibilities, management reserves the right to revise the job or require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change (e.g., emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, time-sensitive assignments, or technological developments), or for any other reason in management’s sole discretion.