Aptitude Project Engineer 2

J.E. Dunn Construction Group Inc P•Minneapolis, MN

29d•$77,000 - $115,000

About The Position

Aptitude, JE Dunn’s strategic partner for technology integration services, was born out of the growing need to meet the increasingly complex demands of modern building projects. The Project Engineer 2 will complete and support routine construction and field execution responsibilities for construction projects utilizing construction fundamentals and company best practice standards, processes, resources and tools. This position will be responsible for participating in many facets of the construction process, such as general construction management, punch lists and executing self-perform work, in order to understand the building process and how JE Dunn executes projects. All activities will be performed in support of the strategy, vision and values of JE Dunn.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering or related field
In lieu of the above requirements, equivalent relevant experience will be considered.
2+ years construction experience.
Ability to perform work accurately and completely, and in a timely manner
Communication skills, verbal and written.
Proficiency in MS Office
Knowledge of organizational structure and available resources
Knowledge of Lean process and philosophy
Knowledge of required construction technology
Ability to apply fundamentals of the means and methods of construction management
Knowledge of self-perform and labor productivity
Ability to assess and optimize project productivity
Knowledge of specific trades and scopes of work
Ability to build relationships and collaborate within a team, internally and externally

Responsibilities

Learns and actively participates in all aspects of the company’s safety and quality plans and culture by demonstrating commitment to an injury-free environment through individual actions and mentoring others.
Participates with project QA/QC planning to ensure quality for assigned tasks.
Learns and participates in the estimating and change management process and tools, including quantity take-off and review of subcontractor proposals.
Works on site with the project team to support a variety of tasks such as monitoring crew size, self-perform hours, materials, quantity and equipment.
Participates in activities such as punch lists, city inspections, safety reviews, quality reviews and preparation of the necessary documentation.
Posts drawings and specifications with most recent information.
Organizes and participates in various project meetings. Prepares and disseminates required documentation as appropriate.
Participates and prepares a variety of reports including project daily reports, weekly progress reports, unit reporting, percentage complete, daily manpower, production schedules, equipment tracking, etc., in order to support the project.
Performs periodic job site observations with project leadership.
Creates procurement logs based on the project schedule and specification requirements. Tracks shop drawings and follows up with deliveries as directed by the project team.
Provides progress updates and reports back to the project team to support the scheduling process.
Supports the close out of projects, including but not limited to the punch list, operations and maintenance manuals, as-built drawings, etc.
Utilizes company best practice standards and fundamentals for building and construction techniques.
Builds relationships and develops communication and interpersonal skills with tradespeople and project team members such as foreman, journeymen, superintendents, subcontractors, etc.
Develops an understanding about the various functions and support roles across the company and how each contributes to the success of a project.
Collaborates and demonstrates teamwork in project setting.
Learns and incorporates Lean practices into regular activities.
Learns about best practices for identifying, developing and integrating self-perform opportunities into the project.
Participates in implementing project safety plans and ensures a culture of compliance through use of training, toolbox talks and communication with Safety Representatives.
Supports the preparation of estimates, schedules, work plans, daily logs, etc.
Pre-plans crew activities, fulfills the requirements of the daily task plan, completes look ahead schedule and provides updates to project superintendent.
Supports and/or completes job set-up and project administration in CMiC and other company technologies.
Participates with project team in managing subcontractor(s) scope of work.
Coordinates with internal project support functions as directed by project team.
Controls costs by evaluating and improving processes of assigned tasks.
Assists with the development and maintenance of project crew schedule.
Provides analysis for MOC Materials and Other Costs and equipment on project site.
Supports and participates in training and mentoring less experienced project team members.