Quality - Project Engineer I

Pepper Construction•Indianapolis, IN

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About The Position

Pepper Construction is seeking a Quality Project Engineer I to support its construction quality program. The Quality Department provides expertise and advice in building enclosure and MEP systems, leads quality processes, and serves as a resource to project teams. The role supports a culture in which project teams and trade partners take ownership of their work and build it right the first time. The engineer typically manages quality processes for several projects at once and generally sets their own schedule. Work includes helping teams develop quality plans, leading preinstallation meetings, visiting jobsites to review construction work, documenting observations, conducting constructability reviews, and advising teams on project delivery, workflow, sequencing, and installation techniques. The engineer develops general construction knowledge and focused expertise in areas including building enclosure, concrete, metal stud framing and drywall, flooring, and life safety systems. The role includes ongoing professional development and participation in local industry events and four to five out-of-town conferences or training events each year. Travel is primarily throughout Central Indiana, with the employee typically home each night. Pepper provides either a company vehicle or a stipend for local travel. The typical daily schedule is between 8 AM and 5 PM. The position requires working at active, multi-level construction sites and using personal protective equipment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field.
Desire to be mentored in the construction industry.
Excellent problem-solving skills and curiosity about how systems operate together.
Ability to maintain a calm demeanor.
Ability to communicate clearly verbally and in writing.
Self-motivated and able to work independently or as part of a team.
Ability to travel throughout Central Indiana and travel overnight four to five times per year for conferences.
Ability to visit and work within active multi-level construction sites, including using ladders, scaffolds, and lifts.
Ability to stand and walk for long periods when necessary.
Ability to wear personal protective equipment for several hours per day.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of or experience with construction, such as building enclosures, concrete, drywall framing, life safety, or flooring.
Building enclosure certifications such as Registered Roof Observer (RRO), Registered Exterior Wall Observer (REWO), or Certified Air Barrier Specialist (CABS).
Concrete certifications from ACI.

Responsibilities

Assist project teams in developing job-specific quality plans.
Review construction documents, specifications, shop drawings, and submittals to identify challenges and opportunities.
Lead project quality preinstallation meetings with trade partners.
Work with subcontractors to develop and implement trade partner job-specific quality plans.
Conduct quality site visits to review and document work in the field.
Photograph and discuss work in place with the project team.
Write reports following site visits and provide directions and suggestions to correct improper work.
Conduct constructability reviews for future projects to identify risks and incorporate lessons learned and best practices before construction starts.
Participate in education and growth opportunities to stay current with construction and quality trends.
Attend local industry events and four to five out-of-town events or conferences annually.
Develop focused expertise in building enclosure, concrete, metal stud framing and drywall, flooring, and life safety systems.