Project Engineer

Underground Construction Co.•Kapolei, HI

20d•$81,000 - $97,000

About The Position

A Project Engineer supports the Superintendent and Project Managers on an assigned project by performing routine daily activities and helping gather and distribute information to team members. Island Mechanical Corporation is a Hawaii-based general contractor specializing in pipeline construction, fabrication, and directional drilling for major utility companies, refineries, and the federal government. The role involves project coordination and technical support, cost and schedule tracking, safety coordination, communication with project stakeholders, and project closeout. Work is performed at project sites and in an office and/or trailer. The listed annual pay is $81,000–$97,000, depending on experience. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and 401(k). Employees must successfully pass criminal background checks, MVR checks, and post-employment and random drug tests. Duties may include additional tasks and may change over time.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or equivalent; alternatively, five years as a Project Coordinator with field experience in various company divisions may substitute for the degree.
Strong written and verbal communication skills and effective time management.
Ability to read and understand drawings and specifications.
Strong computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Microsoft Project and Excel.
Detail-oriented, positive attitude, and eagerness to learn.
Ability to work extended hours when necessary for business needs.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Ability and willingness to travel as needed.
Ability to maintain a valid driver’s license.
Must successfully pass criminal background checks, MVR checks, and post-employment and random drug tests.

Nice To Haves

Specialized skills gained through exposure to specific projects, technologies, or industries, such as fueling, electrical, or gas.
Experience working in construction.

Responsibilities

Serve as a project technical resource for interpreting plans and specifications.
Resolve questions and problems as they arise.
Participate in developing the project estimate and associated negotiations.
Acquire vendor and subcontractor quotes.
Work with the safety department to develop a site-specific safety plan.
Discuss weekly safety topics with the construction team and participate in daily safety briefs.
Coordinate project-specific materials pickup and delivery to the jobsite.
Work with the Superintendent to obtain and set up required yard and office equipment.
Develop and accurately update the project schedule.
Report production quantities weekly.
Submit weekly reports to the owner covering project status, schedule updates, safety reports, a two-week look-ahead, outstanding issues, and pending change orders.
Track, analyze, and report costs for labor, equipment, materials, subcontractors, outside rentals, and trucking.
Maintain communication with the construction team, owner and representatives, inspection team, subcontractors, and other stakeholders.
Forecast project Cost to Complete and present findings to executives monthly.
Submit RFIs to the owner regarding questions and change-order conditions.
Prepare red-line as-built drawings for the owner’s archive.
Close out projects, including hosting the closeout meeting, indexing project documents into the project file, and submitting internal closeout documentation.
Assist with the training and efficiency of Project Coordinators.
Perform other related duties and projects as assigned.