Project Engineer

Whitaker Construction•Brigham City, UT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

A Project Engineer is responsible for monitoring activities at assigned construction sites. Inspects construction site daily and works with vendors to schedule deliveries, and to ensure that materials are delivered on time. Responsible for reviewing specifications or drawings and ensuring that construction progresses as scheduled and contract specifications are adhered to. Works to ensure that all state, federal, and industry codes or specifications are followed. Also reports to management any deviations and works on corrections. Works in a safe and timely manner with the best quality possible. Whitaker Construction, founded in 1953, has over 67 years of experience in the heavy civil and underground utility construction industry. Whitaker, an ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) company, has become one of the largest contractors in the intermountain area with more than 400 employees and nearly 50 crews. We perform sanitary sewer, storm drain, culinary water, irrigation, earthwork, roadway construction, dams, landfills, natural gas pipelines, industrial piping, and telecommunication projects primarily in Utah, Idaho, Nevada, Wyoming, Colorado, and Oregon.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering, or other related discipline, or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
Prior construction site work experience is a plus.
Knowledge of field concepts, practices, and procedures related to commercial construction.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with all levels from client, management, to workers and sub-contractors.
Ability to understand plans and specifications.
Attention to detail and ability to recognize and correct discrepancies.
Strong work ethic and willingness to do whatever it takes to get the job done.
Creativity and ability to think outside the box.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment, as well as being able to work independently.
Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
Utilize Viewpoint, Primavera P6 scheduling software, Bid2Win, etc.
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to get to and from work.

Responsibilities

Work as an adjunct to the Foreman, Superintendent, and Project Manager to complete tasks as assigned.
Educate yourself about where the Project Manager’s duties end and yours begin to stem any miscommunication; both between the two of you as well as members of the project team.
Understand the scope of the project, identify the project participants, keep updated contact information, and ensure that you have the reliable means of communicating at all times with the project team.
Evaluate the progress of the project to ensure that the timeline is followed steadily and consistently. Keep an open line of communication with the project participants so they can alert you to potential problems that might occur.
Perform important administrative functions for the Project Manager, which include taking meeting minutes, making phone calls to vendors and suppliers, responding to e-mails, and writing progress reports to the project team.
Update and maintain as-Built drawings if required.
Prepare RFI’s, submittals and transmittals.
Update project schedules.
Submit weekly budget projections.
Track quantities or percentage of job complete.
Track and update project material for the job.
Manage Blue Stakes.
File State Construction Registry (SCR) and Lien Waver forms.
Obtain Storm Water Permits.
Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned by supervisors.

Benefits

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Employees earn shares in the company – All employees have ownership in the company and its success
Competitive wages
Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Short Term Disability, Supplemental Insurance
401 K and Match
Vacation
Paid Holidays
Paid Personal Days
Quarterly Incentive Program (profit sharing)
Referral Bonuses
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)