Project Engineer

Story Construction•Ames, IA

16d

About The Position

Story Construction, which is a 100% employee-owned general contractor, construction manager, and design-builder with offices in Ames and Sioux City, IA. As an employee of Story Construction, you’ll have the opportunity to join the ownership group through our employee stock ownership plan (ESOP). At Story, we focus on having a good day, every day, regardless of your role. Everything we do revolves around building a joyful work environment and making a difference in the communities in which we work. Why Choose Story Construction? Career Growth: We help you develop a clear career path. Whether you're just starting out, or have years of experience, we are just as dedicated to your career development as you are. Enjoy a tri-annual review cycle so that you never have to wonder how your performance is measuring up. Diverse & Challenging Projects: As a general contractor, construction manager, and design-builder we have the privilege of leading projects from start to finish. With a focus on a local footprint, our projects are challenging, and highly rewarding as we shape the communities we live in. Check out some of our projects here . A Culture That Can't Be Beat: We foster a people-centered atmosphere where respect, trust, collaboration, and teamwork are key and every employee's well-being and growth are prioritized. Learn more about our culture here . Position Summary: The Project Engineer plays a crucial role in the planning, execution, and successful completion of construction projects by proving estimating and document administration support to the project team. The Project Engineer typically reports to the Project Manager and works closely with the Project Superintendent onsite.

Requirements

4-year technical degree, a 2-year technical degree with 2 years of experience, or equivalent combination of experience and training required.
Understanding of construction and construction planning methods

Nice To Haves

4-year technical degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, or related study preferred.

Responsibilities

Assists in pursuits and preconstruction activities such as presentations, estimating, bidding, and buying the job
Develops a thorough understanding of the contract documents and estimates
Communicates with owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers on project status updates
Issues subcontracts and purchase orders as assigned
Assists with setting up the project schedule of values, completing monthly pay applications, and payment approval of invoices
Responsible for the submittal process, including ensuring that the submittal schedule coincides with the production schedule; responsible for O&M submittals.
Provides information to the field as required, i.e. lift drawings layout drawings, flow diagrams, and more required for decision-making
Assists in calculating production rates
Assists in ensuring all work meets the contract requirements and quality standards
Assists with completing required monthly/weekly/daily documentation reporting as well as cost projections and monthly PM reports
Assists with pricing and drafting change request proposals and maintains change log
Updates subcontracts, purchase orders, and project budget with any changes
Assists with creating, monitoring, and updating punch lists
Assists with project closeout, seeing that project as-builts are up to date and submitted, participates in close-out meetings, and assists in start-up and scheduling owner training.
Monitor material and equipment delivery statuses.
Other duties as assigned.