Project Engineer

Aston Carter•Town of Islip, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Project Engineer position offers an exciting opportunity to develop project schedules and processes for cutting-edge overhead transmission projects. The Project Engineer will collaborate with functional leads and project managers, engaging in both office and fieldwork to identify critical and near-critical paths. This role offers ample learning opportunities, enabling you to gain hands-on experience and identify trends that keep the project team on track.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Construction Management.
1 – 3 years of experience in the Construction or Utility industries.
Proficient in MS Office for the purposes of project documentation and reporting.
Extensive expertise in Excel, data manipulation, and spreadsheet design to effectively communicate results.

Nice To Haves

Project management skills.
Experience in construction and project coordination.
Ability to handle change orders and use AutoCAD.
Knowledge of construction management and commercial construction processes.

Responsibilities

Monitor and control project expenditures, ensuring accurate recording of tickets, invoices, and claims from suppliers, vendors, and subcontractors.
Provide planning and cost control support for all projects, including variation reporting, contract progress monitoring, and customer billing preparation.
Assist with preconstruction tasks such as mark-out requests, job kick-offs, utility work packages, and permitting.
Capture and record data, including timesheets, crew locations, billing, as-built records, and materials.
Manage and schedule project activities, ensuring timely execution and monitoring.
Utilize productive reports from the project management system (View Point) for effective project implementation.
Collaborate with the project management team to resolve issues and ensure project completion.
Report on project costs monthly to ensure expenditure aligns with the project budget.
Engage in both office and fieldwork, providing hands-on support for underground transmission projects.
Participate in dynamic project kick-offs and utility work package development.
Attend and contribute to customer meetings, gaining exposure to client interactions and project negotiations.
Perform other duties as assigned.