Project Engineer I

Southland Industries • Amarillo, TX

75d

About The Position

Learn project management methods and strategies, and become familiar with company systems, while performing various administrative assignments in support of a designated project or group of projects. With supervisory direction, establish goals and accomplish assigned tasks within prescribed time frames and financial parameters.

Requirements

• 4-yr mechanical engineering or construction science degree (or commensurate levels of technical training and related construction experience)
• 0-2 years of construction and/or general business experience
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Outstanding organizational skills
• Excellent MS Office skills and ability/desire to learn new software systems
• Must obtain OSHA-30 certification within six (6) months from date of hire
• Must be courteous, professional, diplomatic, and highly motivated
• Employment is contingent upon satisfying all jobsite-specific access requirements.

Responsibilities

• Participate in construction document analysis to develop clear and consistent interpretations.
• Become familiar with the materials, equipment, and components of the technical systems installed by Brandt's trades.
• Advise project management of potential problems, work interferences, schedule difficulties, and the like, as it relates to assigned duties.
• Compose and edit letters, memos, reports, and procedures as directed.
• Process day-to-day administrative items (i.e., expense reports, supply requisitions, RFI's, submittals, shop drawings, procurement, quantity take-offs, etc.) per supervisor's direction.
• Prepare special reports, studies, and statistical analysis per supervisor's request.
• Learn how to interpret project schedules, anticipate manpower requirements and measure subcontractor performance.
• Assist with the research and preparation of field change requests to resolve design issues.
• Participate in the continuous updating and accurate generation of as-built documents.
• Attend project coordination and owner/contractor/architect/engineer meetings as directed.
• Assume a proactive approach to career development.
• Perform additional assignments as requested/needed.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid for employee)
• Annual bonus program based upon performance, achievement, and company profitability
• Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance
• Disability income protection insurance
• Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)
• Paid parental leave
• Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
• Training/professional development opportunities and company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses
• Wellness benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Specialty Trade Contractors
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees