Project Engineer 1

J.E. Dunn Construction Group Inc P • Denver, CO

5d • $72,000 - $90,000

About The Position

The Project Engineer completes and supports construction and field execution responsibilities for construction projects, using construction fundamentals and company best-practice standards, processes, resources, and tools. The role supports general construction management, punch lists, and self-perform work to develop an understanding of the building process and JE Dunn’s project execution practices. Work is performed in support of JE Dunn’s strategy, vision, and values.

The Project Engineer participates in safety, quality, estimating, change management, field monitoring, project meetings, reporting, procurement tracking, scheduling updates, and project closeout. The position works with project leadership and tradespeople, builds communication and collaboration skills, and learns to apply Lean practices and identify self-perform opportunities.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience. Entry-level construction experience is expected. The work may involve travel or relocation, non-traditional hours to meet project needs, lifting up to 50 pounds, and exposure to hot or cold conditions. Frequent physical activity includes standing, walking, climbing, bending, reaching above the shoulder, pushing, and pulling; occasional activity includes sitting and viewing a computer screen.

The stated base compensation range for the Project Engineer 1 role in Colorado is $72,000–$90,000, depending on experience, with a target bonus based on individual and company performance. JE Dunn describes the benefits package as Professional Non-Union and directs applicants to a separate link for details.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Entry-level construction experience.
• Ability to perform work accurately, completely, and in a timely manner.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of organizational structure and available resources.
• Knowledge of Lean process and philosophy.
• Knowledge of required construction technology.
• Ability to apply fundamentals of construction management means and methods.
• Knowledge of self-perform work and labor productivity.
• Ability to assess and optimize project productivity.
• Knowledge of specific trades and scopes of work.
• Ability to build relationships and collaborate with internal and external team members.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Willingness to work non-traditional hours to meet project needs.
• Must be able to accommodate possible periods of travel and/or relocation.

Responsibilities

• Participate in company safety and quality plans and culture, including supporting an injury-free environment and participating in project QA/QC planning.
• Learn and participate in estimating and change management, including quantity take-offs and review of subcontractor proposals.
• Work on site with the project team to monitor crew size, self-perform hours, materials, quantities, and equipment.
• Participate in punch lists, city inspections, safety reviews, quality reviews, and preparation of related documentation.
• Post drawings and specifications with the most recent information.
• Organize and participate in project meetings and prepare and distribute required documentation.
• Prepare and participate in project reporting, including daily reports, weekly progress reports, unit reporting, percent-complete reporting, manpower reporting, production schedules, and equipment tracking.
• Perform periodic job-site observations with project leadership.
• Create procurement logs based on project schedules and specification requirements; track shop drawings and follow up on deliveries as directed.
• Provide progress updates to the project team to support scheduling.
• Support project closeout, including punch lists, operations and maintenance manuals, and as-built drawings.
• Use company best-practice standards and construction fundamentals and techniques.
• Build working relationships and communication skills with tradespeople and project team members, including foremen, journeymen, superintendents, and subcontractors.
• Develop an understanding of company functions and support roles and how they contribute to project success.
• Collaborate and demonstrate teamwork in a project setting.
• Learn and incorporate Lean practices into regular activities.
• Learn best practices for identifying, developing, and integrating self-perform opportunities into projects.

Benefits

• Target bonus based on individual and company performance; the benefits package is identified as Professional Non-Union, with details provided via a separate link.

What This Job Offers

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