Engineer II

Granite Construction•Everett, WA

11d

About The Position

This position provides technical engineering and cost information to ensure construction work complies with engineering standards. The role supports project controls, interpretation of plans and specifications, coordination with on-site departments, quality construction, material controls, estimating, and project documentation. It may also involve supervising, directing, and mentoring project staff and representing the company, project, or department in client and project management meetings. The position is subject to outside working conditions and may involve working around large construction equipment. It is safety-sensitive and subject to drug and alcohol testing, including pre-employment and random testing.

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.
Knowledge of scheduling and AGTEK Take-off software.
Working knowledge of construction equipment and techniques, drawings and specifications, building materials, and standards applicable to the discipline.
Ability to perform trigonometric calculations manually or with a calculator.
Ability to assume responsibility and communicate and work effectively with others.
Team player.
Ability and willingness to abide by Granite’s Code of Conduct daily.
Valid driver’s license and ability to drive.
Ability to comply with and support corporate safety initiatives.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the job, including occasionally lifting or moving up to 50 pounds.

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 to ensure specifications are followed.
Coordinate with on-site departments to resolve problems and support quality construction and the overall project schedule.
Research and recommend resolutions to drawing interpretation problems, conflicts, interference, and errors; 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, including 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 installation of materials.
Develop job data, including quantity take-offs, material price lists, labor costs per man-hour, and equipment information, to support accurate estimates and bids.
Research historical data and productivity analysis reports to compile summary reports and develop guidelines and precedents for future estimates.
May supervise, direct, and mentor project staff to support individual development and compliance with project standards.
Assist in representing the company, project, or department during client and project management meetings.

Benefits

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