Project Engineer

CSM Group • Blissfield, MI

14d

About The Position

The Project Engineer (PE) provides project management and administrative support on one (or more) projects. The PE performs daily and/or weekly site inspections for safety and quality purposes and writes required daily and/or weekly reports based on inspections. They will assist in scope writing, bid solicitations, pre-construction meetings, walkthroughs, and post-bid interviews. The Project Engineer compiles and distributes progress meeting agendas and minutes. The PE receives, reviews and distributes submittals, shop drawings, and keeps accurate and updated construction documents. This position assists Project Managers and Construction Managers in collecting and organizing pricing for CCDs.
This position reports to the assigned Project Director. It is a full-time FLSA-exempt position requiring 40 work hours per week with the ability to work more if needed. The position requires daily travel to one or more job sites.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Project Management or Engineering; or 3 years of equivalent experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite products (outlook, word, excel, MS Project, power point etc.)
• Must be familiar with estimating concepts and ability to interpret drawings and specifications.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving ability.
• Self-motivated team player with mechanical aptitude.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and the ability to clearly articulate ideas both verbally and in written communication.
• Demonstrate ability to be productive, positive, and proactive in a fast-paced work environment.
• Ability to see the overall requirements of client satisfaction without losing sight of details.

Responsibilities

• Understands customer-specific requirements and assists in preparing pre-construction analysis during project Design & Development.
• Develops scope specification documents and organizes all related files for future work use including design elements and implementation procedures.
• Creates and updates project schedules, phasing plans, and site logistics.
• Creates and monitors project submittal logs.
• Reviews, inputs, and distributes bidder’s requests for information (BRFI’s).
• Solicits proposals/bids from subcontractors and vendors for outsourced projects.
• Conducts pre-bid walkthroughs.
• Attends project meetings; tracks project progress and provides weekly status updates.
• Coordinates work with customers and subcontractors; provides oversight and direction.
• Prepares building permit applications and submits to municipality (if applicable).
• Reviews and inputs all contractor submittal documents sent to architect and returns the reviewed documents to trade contractor before beginning work on site.
• Reviews shop drawings and sends to architect and returns to trade contractor upon review.
• Keeps track of work hours, materials, equipment, and work progress through daily progress reports.
• Compiles the Project Manager’s weekly reports in project management software.
• Reviews and inputs RFI’s send to architect for review and return to trade contractor upon review.
• Compiles and submits CCDs as required.
• Participates in progress meetings by preparing meeting agendas and minutes.
• Attends owner progress meetings.
• Keeps updated red line drawing set and project documentation.
• Ensures site safety through review of procedure documents such as Safe Plans of Action (SPA).
• Addresses critical safety concerns arising in the work field.
• Issues hot work permits and checking hot work task areas for possible flammables and other altercations.
• Performs safety observation reports (SORs), hygienic construction site reviews, safety inspection checklists.
• Performs tool and equipment inspection checks.
• Ensures abidance to owner safety rules and regulations.
• Schedules and coordinates reoccurring safety meetings.
• Determines and implements a corrective action plan when necessary.
• Performs hygienic construction site reviews.
• Administers product quality inspections and addressing areas of concern.
• Performs material equipment and craftsmanship inspections.
• Ensures abidance to owner requirements.
• Addresses owner’s concerns and implements corrective solution.
• Attends post bid interviews.
• Compiles all required inspections for building occupancy.
• Compiles required project closeout documentation.
• Creates, distributes, and completes project punch list with owner, architect and trades.
• Schedules and tracks owner training.
• Manages warranty items.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Package
• Telemedicine included in benefit package at no additional charge to employee
• Company provided annual HSA contributions
• Dependent care FSA, Medical FSA, Limited care FSA
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• Retirement Savings Plan 401(k)
• Company 401(k) Matching Contributions
• Individual & group learning sessions on portfolio planning
• 100% vesting after 3 years of service
• Bi-weekly cell phone stipend
• Employer Paid Enhanced Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Personal, competency-based development program to assist in future career growth
• Wellness Program
• Paid Parental Leave Policy: Maternal, Paternal & Adoption
• Company Paid Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Optional Term Life and AD&D Insurance
• Annual apparel allotment
• Corporate and Community Events

What This Job Offers

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