Project Engineer II

Mortenson • Rayville, LA

3d • $93,400 - $126,100

About The Position

Mortenson is seeking an experienced Project Engineer II who can work with staff at all levels in a changing environment while remaining flexible, resourceful, proactive, efficient, professional, and discreet. The Project Engineer reviews, analyzes, manages, and resolves field coordination issues with project team members and participants.

The role supports construction project execution through plan and specification interpretation, quality and inspection processes, permitting, project documentation and submittals, closeout procedures, field-engineer mentorship, and safety and schedule coordination. The position requires a bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering or construction field, at least three years of related construction experience, a current driver's license, and the ability to travel 100%.

The stated base pay range is $93,400–$126,100, with higher ranges for certain listed office locations. The position is eligible for Mortenson's incentive plan. Visa sponsorship is not offered; candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without employment visa sponsorship.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, or Architectural Engineering, or Construction Management.
• Minimum of three 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.
• Ability to travel 100%.
• 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 and manage testing and inspection processes.
• 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, and establish handling procedures for electronic documents such as RFIs and correspondence.
• Manage submittals by setting up registers, obtaining customer and architect approval, preparing transmittal forms, coordinating packaging, and handling review and processing.
• Expedite submittals to align with the project schedule and communicate submittal process details to subcontractors and suppliers.
• Incorporate processes and procedures for project closeout, and define and implement procedures for posting revisions and updates to as-built construction documents.
• Mentor, manage, and evaluate field engineers, and determine alternative work methods as needed.
• Coordinate safety and compliance for all team members, maintain a 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 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: Mid Level