Project Engineer

UWM•Pontiac, MI

28d•Onsite

About The Position

A Project Engineer, commonly known as Construction Project Manager, is responsible for schedule preparation, pre-planning and resource forecasting for all assigned projects and other technical activities relating to the building project. They will oversee performance management of all facility projects. The Project Engineer must be available to help United Service teams on tasks and other items that may come their way that pertain to facilities operation.

Requirements

Must be familiar around the computer. Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint
Minimum 4 years’ experience as a Project Manager or Superintendent
Must have good communications skills for internal/external clients
Problem solving skills are essential to making sound decisions to keep projects on schedule and in budget
Be a self-starter with strong independent work ethic
Ability to work well with large diverse teams
Ability to work under pressure

Nice To Haves

Plumbing, HVAC, Electrical, and Building Envelope knowledge is preferred

Responsibilities

Manage building construction projects, progress, and schedule
Review design and bidding documents from architect, mechanical, and electrical engineers
Evaluate contractor bids
Ensure compliance with safety regulations and building codes
Address any issues that arise during construction
Supervise all assigned construction projects
Evaluate project performance, producing weekly updates for stakeholders
Maintain project database
Report and escalate to leadership as needed
Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation
Translate requirements into tasks

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO) after just 30 days
Additional parental and maternity leave benefits after 12 months
Adoption reimbursement program
Paid volunteer hours
Paid training and career development
Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
401k with employer match
Mortgage discount and area business discounts
Free membership to our large, state-of-the-art fitness center, including exercise classes such as yoga and Zumba, various sports leagues and a full-size basketball court
Wellness area, including an in-house primary-care physician’s office, full-time massage therapist and hair salon
Gourmet cafeteria featuring homemade breakfast and lunch
Convenience store featuring healthy grab-and-go snacks
In-house Starbucks and Great Lakes Coffee Roasting Company
Indoor/outdoor café with Wi-Fi