Construction Project Engineer

Jaxon Engineering and Maintenance•Colorado Springs, CO

10h•$80,000 - $95,000

About The Position

Jaxon is looking for an experienced Construction Project Engineer to join our construction team. Jaxon is the leading full-service provider of High-Altitude Electromagnetic Pulse (HEMP) services worldwide, delivering world-class engineering, testing, construction, and sustainment services. The company is headquartered in Colorado Springs with employees working throughout the U.S. The successful candidate will possess the ability to support operational oversight of projects, as well as scheduling, purchasing and asset and manpower allocation. The selected candidate will be a team player, while stretching performance standards for themself. This is a results-oriented “doer” who passionately finds ways over, around, and through barriers to success.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or two years of experience as a project engineer or similar role for a specifically related field such as Commercial/Industrial Construction, DoD contracting, EMP protection or Manufacturing.
Understanding of and proficiency with plan reading, specifications, statements of work or request for proposals
Experience coordinating project teams and schedules
Proficient with MS Office suite
Experience using MS Project
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD issued Top Secret clearance
Willingness to be coached and willing to learn new skills in a growing industry
You’re someone who brings solid project engineering know-how and attention to detail to every part of the job. Managing documents, keeping projects on task, and staying on top of customer requests should all come naturally to you.
You lead with calm, clear communication and a problem-solving mindset. Whether you’re coordinating with different teams or handling an unexpected situation, people know they can rely on you.
You’re organized, thorough, and comfortable managing sensitive information. You keep accurate records, handle RFIs confidently, and ensure deliverables are completed on time and done right.
You’re proactive about identifying customer needs.
You adapt easily when priorities shift. You keep things moving without losing sight of compliance or quality.

Responsibilities

Produces accurate and complete schedules for all active & anticipated projects
Develops project objectives by reviewing project proposals and plans and conferring with management
Determines project responsibilities by identifying project phases and elements
Determines project specifications by studying product design, customer requirements, and performance standards
Coordinates with customers to communicate project status and minimize scope creep
Reviews and delivers all project submittals
Builds and maintains project schedules
Develop/maintain project logs & trackers such as procurement, customer deliverables, RFI’s and change management
Prepares project status reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends
Maintains Jaxon’s positive reputation while pursuing excellence
Communicates continuously and effectively with all project stakeholders
Works collaboratively with stakeholders to achieve mutual goals
Duties and responsibilities may evolve based on project needs and operational requirements.

Benefits

Excellent medical, dental and vision insurance
Life insurance at 2.5 times annual base salary provided
Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance provided
PTO and paid holidays
401(k) match (up to 4% of salary)
Jaxon Kitchen Fridays, our end-of-week tradition where the team gathers for good food, good company, and a chance to unwind the work week together.
Annual Golf Tournament that brings out everyone’s competitive spirit; pros, rookies, and “I’m just here for the cart snacks” people alike.
A Christmas Event Like No Other, legendary for a reason; traditions, surprises and the kind of magic only Jaxon can pull off.
AND a Kids’ Christmas Celebration that brings out the joy, the crafts, and the wide-eyed wonder of the season.
Super Bowl Party because friendly rivalry, good food, and loud cheering are practically part of our job description.
And of course, the day after the super bowl is a company paid holiday , because we believe in recovery, rest, and reliving the best plays and commercials.