Project Engineer

Fortis Construction•Cheyenne, WY

About The Position

The Project Engineer serves as the day-to-day coordinator, administrator, and liaison among the client, Project Manager, Project Superintendent, and subcontractors, helping ensure the construction project proceeds safely, accurately, and smoothly. The role has delegated responsibility for project elements from plans through closeout, including document control, submittal and RFI management, procurement, change orders, contract administration, issue resolution, safety auditing, and field coordination support. The Project Engineer works collaboratively with project team members and managers and develops and maintains relationships with owners, vendors, suppliers, and other stakeholders. The role requires maintaining project files in hard-copy and digital formats; preparing, reviewing, and distributing RFIs, submittals, and contract documents; procuring and monitoring materials; and supporting financial, schedule, subcontract, and purchase-order administration. The Project Engineer coordinates procurement and change-order logs with the Project Manager and Project Superintendent, supports closeout documentation and owner testing and training, and addresses warranty issues after substantial completion. The position includes work in an office and at active construction sites, and requires driving.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in construction management or a related degree program, or equivalent work experience.
Proficiency with related computer software, including MS Office (Excel, Outlook, Project, and Word), PDF software, and estimating and document programs.
Valid driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record in accordance with Fortis policy.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily, with reasonable accommodations where applicable.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the construction industry in a related role is preferable, but not required.

Responsibilities

Coordinate day-to-day communication and project administration among the client, Project Manager, Project Superintendent, and subcontractors.
Maintain hard-copy and digital job files, including RFIs, specifications, addenda, and construction documents.
Prepare, review, and distribute RFIs, submittals, and other contract documents in a timely manner and ensure compliance with contract documents.
Procure and monitor delivery of project materials, ensuring appropriate price, quality, and conformance to specifications.
Execute the project within established financial boundaries.
Support the Project Superintendent in developing and managing job progress schedules and help ensure construction aligns with the contract schedule.
Ensure subcontracts and purchase orders are executed and properly administered.
Verify subcontractor insurance is in place, compliant, and current; define scope responsibilities; and ensure all phases of work are procured and subcontracted.
Review and approve subcontractor and vendor payment requests.
Manage the procurement log with the Project Manager and Project Superintendent to avoid delays or impacts.
Review subcontract and self-perform change orders on site and perform quantity takeoffs to validate change requests.
Maintain an accurate, up-to-date change-order log in coordination with the Project Manager.
Manage the closeout matrix and rolling completion log; compile operation and maintenance manuals and record drawings for owner closeout packages.
Coordinate required owner testing and training sessions.
Address warranty issues identified after substantial completion.
Support safety auditing and field coordination.
Perform other relevant duties as assigned to support the position and team objectives.