Engineer II

Granite Construction • The Woodlands, TX

6d

About The Position

The Engineer II provides technical engineering and cost information to ensure construction work complies with engineering standards. The role supports project controls, drawing interpretation, construction quality, documentation, materials management, estimating, and communication with project teams and clients. The position may also supervise, direct, and mentor project staff.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of construction estimating support, engineering, field support, or similar experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; scheduling software; and AGTEK Take-off software.
• Working knowledge of construction equipment and techniques, drawings and specifications, building materials, and applicable standards.
• Ability to perform trigonometric calculations manually or with a calculator.
• Ability to assume responsibility and communicate and interface effectively with others.
• Ability and willingness to comply with Granite’s Code of Conduct daily.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to drive.
• Ability to comply with and support corporate safety initiatives.
• Team-player capabilities.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job, including occasionally lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work subject to outside conditions and around large construction equipment while following safety practices.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or a related field; equivalent combinations of technical training and related experience are also accepted.

Responsibilities

• Assist with job controls to ensure compliance with contract, budget, schedule, forecasting, and job costing.
• Interpret designs and drawings for craft workers installing materials and help ensure specifications are followed.
• Coordinate with on-site departments to resolve problems, ensure quality construction, and support the project schedule.
• Research and recommend resolutions to drawing interpretation problems, conflicts, interference, and errors, and verify completed work complies with applicable codes, drawings, and specifications.
• Prepare and distribute required documentation, including status reports, punch lists, sketches of completed work, and material requirement calculations.
• Provide technical support and direction regarding project material controls, delivery dates, construction schedules, and design requirements to minimize additional costs.
• Prepare drawings and sketches to support construction work, change orders, and estimates as job requirements change.
• Provide building control lines and elevations for accurate measurement and material installation.
• Develop estimating data, including quantity take-offs, material price lists, labor costs per man hour, and equipment information.
• Research historical data and productivity analysis reports and compile summary reports to develop guidelines and precedence for future estimates.
• May supervise, direct, and mentor project staff to support individual development and meet project standards.
• Assist in representing the company, project, or department during client and project management meetings.

Benefits

• Paid holidays
• Sick leave
• Medical insurance, including two PPO plan options through Anthem BlueCross for salaried employees
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible spending plans, including the option to use a Health Savings Account or Flexible Spending Account
• Programs for musculoskeletal health and mental wellness
• For eligible salaried employees and dependents, Granite pays 100% of the premium for its most popular medical plan
• 401(k) plan with a 100% match on the first 6% of eligible compensation deferred by salaried employees; immediate vesting

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level