Senior Project Engineer - Data Center

STRM Recruiting • Boise, ID

1d • $78,000 - $136,000

About The Position

STRM is partnering with an amazing construction company! We are looking for candidates who are solutions-oriented, focused, and adaptable. As an owner in the company, you will be empowered to make decisions to meet client goals. We are passionate about building quality buildings that stand the test of time. With fulfillment as one of our six core values, we have a collaborative and supportive culture committed to the success and development of our people.

Senior Project Engineers are responsible for all the duties and proficiencies of a Project Engineer. In addition, they provide support in the following areas: Serve as the technical expert on the project team sharing wisdom and experience with less experienced project engineers. Supervise the Project Engineer work group on site, assuring quality control and timely delivery of all materials. Participate in broader company initiatives, training, committees and industry associations to improve our processes and outcomes. As requested, support the Project Manager with PM duties (possibly including meeting minutes, buyout, billings, cost control and change proposal pricing, etc.).

Senior Project Engineers work closely with project engineers, project managers, superintendents, company craftspeople and subcontractors. Project specific duties of the Senior Project Engineer will be determined on a per job basis and as necessary to assure the overall execution of the work is in accordance with contract documentation including project completion, quality, and safety.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field or equivalent years of experience required.
• Minimum of 7 years or more of general contracting experience, preferably with proven performance on large commercial building projects.
• Technology proficiency in programs such as Bluebeam, will be essential to success in the role.
• Creative problem solver and excellent communication skills.
• A positive attitude and willingness to work with others.
• Expert knowledge of the contract documents.
• Working knowledge of all building systems (civil, structure, enclosure, interiors and MEP).
• Working knowledge of the project schedule and computerized scheduling systems.
• Be familiar with the company policies on personnel, quality management, safety, EEO, labor, bonds and insurance as required.

Nice To Haves

• Solutions-Oriented.
• Focused.
• Adaptable.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the technical expert on the project team sharing wisdom and experience with less experienced project engineers.
• Supervise the Project Engineer work group on site, assuring quality control and timely delivery of all materials.
• Participate in broader company initiatives, training, committees and industry associations to improve our processes and outcomes.
• Support the Project Manager with PM duties (possibly including meeting minutes, buyout, billings, cost control and change proposal pricing, etc.).
• Ensure the overall execution of the work is in accordance with contract documentation including project completion, quality, and safety.
• Review all drawings and specifications for design inconsistencies and conflicts.
• Ensure building systems are properly coordinated.
• Distribute all information required for construction to appropriate parties including construction drawings, specifications and work packages.
• Expedite, review and approve shop drawings, submittments and safety requirements for assigned tasks.
• Utilize the Project Management System for shop drawing administration.
• Supply required submittal information such as field dimensions.
• Distribute approved submittals to pertinent subcontractors.
• Ensure that all materials and equipment are released for fabrication in adequate lead time to accommodate the required jobsite delivery date.
• Document all as-built changes, maintain project record drawings and specifications.
• Understand and implement all terms and conditions of all subcontracts and the owner contract.
• Receive and distribute information on clarifications and changes in the work for areas of responsibility.
• Obtain and check subcontractor’s pricing and assist in assembling change quotations as directed by Project Manager.
• Set up project close-out procedures and manage the close-out process.
• Expedite submittal and review of subcontractor close-out requirements.
• Initiate the computerized Project Management System.
• Prepare a schedule of submittal deadlines and required approval dates.
• Maintain and issue status logs for all field questions, RFI’s, changes, work orders, and T & M work.
• Prepare and distribute minutes to meetings as directed by the Project Manager.
• Assist Project Manager in preparing scope of work instructions, technical requirements and bid packages for subcontractor and vendor items.
• Draft subcontracts and supply agreements as instructed by the Project Manager.
• Make recommendations for awards.
• Be a leader in open communication with team members.
• Promote good relations with all parties related to the project.
• Review and respond to all correspondence to and from subcontractors and vendors for assigned tasks.
• Work in a collaborative approach with team members to ensure good relations with all parties related to the project.
• Lead technical on-the-job training for the project engineering staff.
• Lead company-level technical training to the Project Engineer work group.
• Work with the Project Manager and Superintendent in directing Project Engineers.
• Perform regular (weekly) work review sessions with each support engineer.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare plan with medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Employer-funded Lifestyle Spending Account supporting physical wellness for employees and their pets.
• Employer-funded Headspace membership supporting mental wellness.
• Generous Health Savings Account with annual employer-sponsored contributions.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (enrollment covered at no cost to you).
• 401(k) with a competitive matching program.
• Volunteer PTO.
• Charitable giving matching programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior