Project Engineer I

Mortenson • Tempe, AZ

6d • $84,100 - $113,500

About The Position

Mortenson is seeking a Project Engineer I who can work professionally and effectively with staff at all levels in a changing environment. The role requires flexibility, resourcefulness, initiative, and discretion. The Project Engineer reviews, analyzes, manages, and resolves field coordination issues with project team members and participants. The position also supports construction quality management, project documentation, subcontractor coordination, safety, compliance, and schedule completion.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, or Architectural Engineering, or Construction Management.
• Minimum of two years of related construction experience.
• Detail orientation sufficient to organize and effectively manage multiple tasks.
• Basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices.
• Strong teamwork orientation, initiative, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Positive and professional attitude and customer service skills.
• Current driver’s license.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without employment visa sponsorship.

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 expenses.
• Develop and maintain the Material Tracking List, Project Test and Inspection Listing, Concrete Placement Log, and Non-Conformance Report.
• Manage, create, and distribute contract documents.
• Establish procedures for handling electronic documents, including RFIs and correspondence.
• Incorporate processes and procedures for the project closeout phase.
• Manage construction quality testing and inspection processes.
• Implement the three-phase inspection system.
• Establish reporting formats, protocols, schedules, and off-site testing procedures.
• Notify the Project Manager and Superintendent about non-conforming test results or inspection items.
• Manage submittals, including setting up the register, obtaining customer or architect approval, preparing transmittal forms, coordinating packaging, and managing 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 submittal register updates to the customer or architect.
• Coordinate subcontractor details, including verifying insurance, preparing paperwork, and requesting final payment.
• 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.
• Mentor, manage, and evaluate field engineers.
• Determine alternative work methods as needed.
• Coordinate safety and compliance for all team members.
• Maintain the schedule of 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.
• Eligibility for Mortenson’s incentive plan.

What This Job Offers

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