Project Engineer - Industrial Construction (Traveling)
About The Position
The Project Engineer I/II joins The Weitz Company’s Industrial team and supports assigned projects through preconstruction, planning, buyout, management, and closeout. The role monitors project status and alerts the project team to issues that may affect schedule or budget. It typically reports to the Project Manager and may supervise other site personnel. The position requires travel and/or relocation according to project and company needs; the initial assignment is in Hastings, Nebraska. The Weitz Company is a full-service construction company, general contractor, design-builder, and construction manager with offices throughout the United States. It describes itself as committed to employee growth and development and to building a diverse, inclusive culture. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Background checks are required if applicable, and the company is a drug- and alcohol-free workplace.
Requirements
- An industry-related degree is required.
- Strong initiative and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Detail-oriented and highly organized.
- Flexibility to balance competing needs.
- Ability to build positive relationships across the organization.
- Proficiency with basic computer software, including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.
- Ability to learn specific job-related software upon hire.
- Willingness to travel based on project needs.
Nice To Haves
- At least two years of construction project management experience is preferred.
- Experience with LEAN principles is desirable.
- OSHA 30 certification is preferred, or willingness to obtain it upon hire.
- Industrial construction experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Organize, review, update, maintain, and post construction documents and drawings.
- Collaborate with the project team to complete requests for information (RFIs).
- Review submittals and other project documents for accuracy against plans and specifications.
- Assist in preparing inspections, compliance audits, and the non-conformance log.
- Manage material and equipment delivery status.
- Maintain and distribute accurate project logs.
- Draft scopes of work for subcontract and/or purchase order agreements.
- Track subcontractor change requests, solicit pricing, and draft change orders within delegated authority.
- Use virtual design tools to assist with project coordination.
- Obtain and manage closeout information, gather punch-list items, prepare as-built drawings, and assist with the warranty process.
- Travel and/or relocate to specified work assignments based on company needs.
- May supervise other site personnel.
Benefits
- Competitive pay.
- Rewarding bonus program.
- Comprehensive benefits package with tax-advantaged HSA and FSA offerings.
- Employer-paid short- and long-term disability programs.
- Employer-paid life insurance.
- Generous paid time off provisions.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Fully paid parental leave.
- Voluntary critical illness and accident insurance products.
- Corporate wellness program with wellness time off and rewards.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
