MEP Project Engineer

Mortenson•Amarillo, TX

About The Position

Mortenson is seeking an experienced MEP Project Engineer to review, analyze, manage, and resolve field coordination issues with project team members and participants. The role requires the ability to work with staff at all levels in a changing environment while remaining flexible, resourceful, proactive, efficient, professional, and discreet. The Project Engineer manages project coordination, quality, permits, documents, testing and inspections, commissioning, submittals, subcontractor details, and closeout activities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, or Architectural Engineering, or Construction Management.
Detail orientation sufficient to organize and manage multiple project tasks.
Basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices.
Strong teamwork orientation, initiative, communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
Intermediate skills with Microsoft Office, project applications, and pertinent web applications.
Proven positive and professional attitude and customer service skills.
Ability to interpret and communicate Mortenson policies.
Minimum three years of construction experience.
Current driver’s license.
Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without employment visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Construction experience with a Mechanical or Electrical Contractor is preferred.

Responsibilities

Interpret project plans, specifications, and details for subcontractors and craft persons.
Implement the pre-construction quality plan.
Obtain and maintain construction permits and manage fee payments and recurring permit expenses.
Develop and maintain the Material Tracking List, Project Test and Inspection Listing, and Non-Conformance Report.
Develop equipment coordination, furnishings and fixtures matrices, and a coordination matrix for source sizing, compatibility, and control.
Manage, create, and distribute contract documents.
Lead the 3-D coordination process to resolve conflicts before installation.
Establish handling procedures for electronic documents, including RFIs and correspondence.
Incorporate processes and procedures for the project closeout phase.
Manage testing and inspection processes for construction quality management.
Implement the three-phase inspection system.
Establish reporting formats, protocols, schedules, and off-site testing procedures.
Notify the Project Manager and Superintendent of non-conforming test results or inspection items.
Assist with commissioning, including the startup plan, COT, commissioning schedule, and functional testing.
Manage submittals by setting up the register, preparing transmittal forms, coordinating packaging, and handling review and processing.
Expedite submittals to align with the project schedule.
Communicate submittal process details to subcontractors and suppliers.
Issue submittal requirement letters.
Provide periodic updates of the submittal register to the customer or architect.
Coordinate subcontractor details, verify insurance, prepare paperwork, and request final payment.
Lead project closeout activities, including operations and maintenance manuals, model turnover, and training.
Develop and distribute RFIs and Change Orders.
Define and implement procedures for posting revisions and updates to as-built construction documents.
Incorporate subcontractor as-built documentation into contract document updates.
Determine alternative work methods as needed.
Coordinate safety and compliance for all team members.
Maintain schedule timelines and ensure completion.

Benefits

Medical and prescription drug plans, including vision coverage at no additional cost.
Dental plan.
401(k) retirement plan with a Mortenson match.
Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves.
Employer-paid life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
No-cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources.
Tuition reimbursement.
Adoption assistance.
Gym membership discount program.
Eligible for Mortenson’s incentive plan.