Project Engineer - Multiple Locations

Opportunities available in: Pittsburgh, Erie, State College

Position Summary:

Provides technical support on assigned projects by coordinating the flow of information concerning contract documents to the staff, Owner, Architect and all subcontractors. This role assists in supervising project subcontract procurement, expediting and as necessary coordinating subcontractor and supplier logistic schedules. In addition, the Project Engineer monitors the project submittal process, and reports to the Project Manager on various project issues. The Project Engineer responsibilities span a broad spectrum, covering all areas of project management.

General Duties:

• Control the prompt flow of information, plans, specifications, instructions and changes to field construction forces, subcontractors and material suppliers.

• Prepare, track and distribute requests for information, sketches and other project information.

  Prepare and distribute weekly quantity reports.

• Procure accurate work quantities from the Superintendent and payroll/cost information from accounting to create report.

• Attend subcontractor and Owner/Architect coordination meetings and prepare meeting minutes if required.

• Plan and schedule the construction methods in conjunction with the Superintendent and the Project Manager.

• Quantity take-off for purpose of budget estimates, scheduling and purchasing.

• Assist in preparation of budget and change estimates.

• Preparation of charts, graphs and field drawings as required for scheduling and construction purposes.

• Assist in the issuance of change and extra work orders in accordance with contract documents.

• Review of contract drawings and specifications for accuracy and completeness.

• Update the office set of contract documents on an on-going basis. Periodically review field set of contract drawings with the Superintendent to ensure that they are up to date and complete, including RFI logs, sketch logs, and postings to drawings.

• Assist Superintendent with updating as required.

• Maintain and control all engineering records and files.

• Issue and file transmittals for all outgoing information.

• Assist in the establishment of the requirements for the on-site inspection and testing of materials, components, systems and structures for project quality control. Review all inspection reports.

• Establish a project reference library of applicable codes and standards for use by project personnel.

• Assist the Project Manager in the preparation and updating of the project schedule, including labor.

• Assist in the coordination and implementation of the Company’s EEO and MBE/MBWE programs for the project.

Basic Qualifications:

B.A. / B.S. Civil Engineer or related degree with a minimum of 0-5 years experience in construction industry. Valid Driver’s License required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Relationship Management: Credibility in interacting with the diverse organizations that will be relevant to successful strategic implementation, both inside and outside construction

Communication Skills: Strong communication skills required up through senior management down and across organizations to motivate and explain