Project Engineer

Superior Construction•Crystal River, FL

20d

About The Position

Superior Construction is seeking an experienced Project Engineer to assist, support, and collaborate on managing and executing projects safely and profitably. The Project Engineer provides primary oversight of assigned field operations in accordance with Company policies and procedures. The role requires knowledge of project plans and specifications, preliminary and temporary work design, field layout and drawings, field operations planning, forecasting, cost and quantity tracking, operations scheduling, and coordination with field and office personnel. This field-based position works on heavy civil and highway construction sites in a pressurized environment. The employee may encounter loud noise, moving mechanical parts, inclement weather, heat and humidity, dust, and asphalt. The position has direct reports and supervisory responsibilities, requires up to 20% travel, and sometimes involves long hours, holidays, and weekend work. It is a full-time exempt position.

Requirements

Four-year degree in engineering or construction management, or an equivalent combination of technical training and/or related experience.
Entry level to four years of industry tenure.
Experience in field-based leadership roles.
Knowledge of route surveying and scheduling.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
Must possess or be able to obtain a valid and appropriate state driver's license prior to employment.
Must be able to navigate rugged terrain, climb substantial heights, and work over and on water.
Must have good manual dexterity, multilimbed coordination, and excellent stamina.

Nice To Haves

Viewpoint experience.
Safety Trained Supervisor Construction Certification.

Responsibilities

Assist with schedule preparation and updates, identify critical work items, and prepare lists of long-lead items.
Maintain and communicate project performance metrics and analytics.
Provide leadership and support to functional area managers.
Track and report quantities and assist with project costing and forecasting.
Resolve field problems and conflicts and coordinate field details with subcontractors, suppliers, and the workforce.
Coordinate inspections of material deliveries to ensure compliance with purchase orders and shop drawings.
Notify the project team of potential cost impacts arising from field problems or conflicts in the plans.
Work with subcontractors and vendors.
Assist in preparing requests for information (RFIs).
Assist with project closeout.
Foster and maintain favorable relationships with project stakeholders.
Market and promote the Superior Construction brand.
Assist with the leadership and development of team members.
Foster and maintain a safe work environment.
Perform other duties as assigned.