Project Engineer

Orion • HOUSTON, TX

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About The Position

The Project Engineer plans, directs, and coordinates designated project activities to accomplish project goals within the prescribed time frame and funding parameters, personally or through subordinates when applicable. The role supports Project Managers in managing assigned jobs and coordinates with Superintendents, subcontractors, suppliers, clients, and government agencies. The position requires flexibility to work varying shifts, long days of 8–12 hours, and weekends according to project needs, and to work in different weather conditions and settings, including an office or field trailer. The incumbent is expected to uphold Orion’s core values of Safety, Quality, Delivery, Teamwork, and Integrity, maintain confidentiality, and fulfill all safety and compliance responsibilities.

The Project Engineer must be able to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable workplace accommodation and wear required personal protective equipment when visiting or working in designated areas. The role also requires identifying critical issues, formulating action plans with all levels of management, responding appropriately during emergencies, and evacuating the work area promptly when necessary.

Requirements

• At least one year of construction-related experience.
• A bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or a related discipline and field experience in commercial concrete construction, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Working knowledge of Project Engineer functions.
• Excellent computer skills, including MS Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint), MS Project, Adobe, and construction drawings software such as PlanGrid; ability to learn new software systems as required.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills and ability to interact with employees at all levels, clients, vendors, and suppliers.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to work well under pressure and in high-stress situations.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, meet tight deadlines, and adapt to changing work priorities.
• Problem-solving, critical-thinking, and analytical skills for project efficiency.
• Ability to work in different weather conditions, including heat and cold, and in office settings such as an office or field trailer.
• Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable workplace accommodation.
• Ability to wear and properly use required personal protective equipment, which may include a hard hat, safety glasses, respirators, ear plugs, steel-toed shoes, or other equipment.
• Ability to identify critical issues and formulate action plans with all levels of management, including corporate and executive management.
• Ability to remain calm during emergencies, respond appropriately as circumstances and management direction require, and evacuate the work area promptly.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing and planning pre-job meetings, including plans, specifications, budgets, cost targets, and schedules.
• Assist Project Managers in managing assigned jobs.
• Review and process shop drawings and submittals, including subcontractor submittals, for accuracy against drawings and specifications.
• Distribute drawing revisions to Project Managers, Superintendents, and subcontractors; request updated shop drawings from suppliers and subcontractors as needed.
• Price drawing revisions and Field Extra Work Tickets, review them with Project Managers, and submit them to the General Contractor or client; update the stick set and drawing log for each revision.
• Maintain the RCO log and PM Submittal Log for each assigned project.
• Update project schedules with actual task durations compared with the original Base-Line Schedule and document applicable delays.
• Order project materials, ensure timely delivery, and review their accuracy, including rebar, shoring, forming, and post-tensioning materials.
• Contact Superintendents frequently and visit job sites regularly to identify problems and help develop solutions.
• Approve and code assigned invoices as requested by the Project Manager.
• Track man-hours and job costs weekly for assigned jobs.
• Meet with Superintendents to identify target costs for completing jobs under budget.
• Assist Project Managers with end-of-month financial reports for assigned jobs.
• Prepare project reports for management, clients, or others.
• Coordinate project activities with government regulatory or other governmental agencies.
• Maintain confidentiality of Company confidential, proprietary, and trade secret information, including after employment ends.
• Take responsibility for personal safety and the safety of coworkers and others encountered; stop work when unsafe conditions are anticipated or observed.
• Comply with applicable laws, regulations, and Company policies and procedures; promptly report violations.
• Perform other related administrative and technical duties as assigned or requested by immediate supervision.
• Wear and properly use required personal protective equipment in areas where it is required.
• Remain calm and respond appropriately during emergencies, and evacuate the work area in a timely manner when needed.

Benefits

• Medical insurance, including prescription drugs
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Plan
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off for vacation, sick leave, holidays, jury duty, and bereavement leave
• Pre-tax health and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Career growth and development

What This Job Offers

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