Project Engineer

PCL Construction•Tempe, AZ

37d•Onsite

About The Position

At PCL Construction, Inc., part of the PCL Family of Companies (PCL), we don’t just build projects—we build opportunities, careers and communities. We are 100% employee-owned, every employee has a stake in our success, and that shared commitment drives how we work, grow and lead in the construction industry. We’re a team of builders who care deeply about what we create and who we build it with. That includes you. We are not only investing in what’s next in construction, we are investing in what’s next for your career. As a(n) Project Engineer 1 for our Civil West office, you will contribute to our team by taking ownership of diverse mechanical, civil, and heavy industrial projects while building the experience needed to advance into a senior project leadership role. Working within PCL’s Special Projects team, you’ll gain exposure to a wide variety of unique projects, leveraging the resources of a large construction organization while maintaining the agility and hands-on involvement of a smaller, specialized team. We’re looking for a self-starter who is eager to take initiative, solve complex challenges, and grow into managing their own projects within the next few years.

Requirements

Associates or Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, architecture preferred, or equivalent experience.
4–6 years of construction experience in an operational role preferred.
Detailed knowledge of construction equipment and techniques, drawings and specifications, project health, safety, and environment (HSE), quality, building materials, and required standards as per subject area.
Ability to apply basic engineering/problem-solving principles to construction challenges.
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Proven flexibility and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Planning, organizational, and time management skills with the ability to multitask, prioritize own work, and direct-report tasks.
Able to create and lead schedules a comprehensive scale.
Ability to formulate subcontracts and administer subcontracts and contract documents.
Proven understanding of Microsoft Office Suite and internal operational systems with a strong skills for embracing new technology.

Responsibilities

Performs and applies quantity takeoffs and surveys to manage contract progress, reporting, and change management.
Maintains contract with more complex subcontracted scopes and subcontract administration, including defining work scope, answering inquiries, and monitoring progress.
Reviews and understands broader contract obligations as per the responsible project and work scopes.
Assists site manager in project start-up activities.
Participates in reviews of subcontractors’ submittals for compliance with scope, design documentation, and coordination with other disciplines against the design documentation prior to forwarding to the design team for their review.
Assists with site inspection by the design team for installation deficiencies, and witnesses and signs off on systems commissioning.
Ability to identify potential risks on project scopes and/or the project.
Assists with project schedule coordination and updates
Tracks and reviews productivities of all self perform work
Provides assistance in change order pricing.
Other duties as required.

Benefits

Employee ownership opportunities that build long-term value
Annual discretionary performance bonuses
401(k) with company match
Industry-leading medical, dental and vision benefits
Prescription drug coverage and telemedicine services
Life, AD&D and disability insurance
Paid parental leave and family care support
HSA or FSA for healthcare, dependent care and transportation
Mental health and wellness support, including Employee Assistance Programs
Career growth pathways, leadership development and mentorship programs
Access to world-class training through PCL’s College of Construction and professional development courses
Ongoing opportunities to learn new skills, explore different roles and grow your career across sectors and regions