Project Engineer

McShane Construction Company•Auburn, AL

just now•Onsite

About The Position

As Project Engineer, you’ll play a crucial role in delivering high-quality multi-family, industrial, and commercial projects while developing project management skills to advance your career. You’ll become proficient in project controls, build knowledge of project financials, and develop skills necessary to lead project meetings. Through multiple project lifecycles, you’ll gain essential experience ensuring safety, timeliness, and adherence to budgets and McShane quality standards. McShane Construction, established in 1984, is a national award-winning general contractor specializing in multi-family, industrial, commercial, and healthcare markets. As a female-owned and led business, we are committed to integrity, innovation, and collaboration, offering a rewarding career environment. With headquarters in Rosemont, IL, and regional offices in Auburn, AL, Madison, WI, Nashville, TN, and Phoenix, AZ, our impact spans nationwide. We invite you to turn your passion for construction into a thriving career at McShane!

Requirements

B.S. in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related field
Internship experience preferred
Ability to effectively communicate with clients, design consultants, and trade partners
Ability to use or learn construction management software (CMiC, Bluebeam, Salus, PlanGrid, MS Project, Primavera P6)
Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite
Valid U.S. Driver’s License required.
Authorization to work in the U.S. required.

Nice To Haves

Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
A proactive, self-starting attitude with a strong sense of initiative
Attention to detail and problem-solving capabilities
Reliability, professionalism, a positive outlook, and a strong desire to learn

Responsibilities

Become proficient in reviewing project drawings as the critical first step to understanding project details and scope.
Play an active role in the prequalification process by helping your team evaluate bids, review subcontractor proposals, and confirm scope.
Take ownership of managing all project-related documents, from RFI’s and submittals to material procurement and meeting minutes.
Ensure seamless project execution by overseeing the review and approval process of all project control documents.
Your expertise will be vital in analyzing executed Owner contracts and ensuring compliance with subcontractor insurance throughout the project.
Collaborate with our team to prepare job cost reports and applications for payment.
Develop problem resolution skills by helping research and provide options to resolve project challenges/conflicts that arise.
Play an essential role in keeping our projects on track by assisting with project schedules and updates.
Become an advocate for project excellence by learning and understanding QA standards outlined in the company’s Quality Assurance Program.
Assist in managing inspection tracking logs and QA/QC compliance logs to maintain the highest standards of quality throughout the project.
Champion a culture of safety by getting to know our Safety Program inside and out.
Contribute to the preparation of specific project safety plans and actively participate in weekly jobsite safety orientation meetings.
Become proficient in performing weekly job site safety audits.