Project Engineer

Construction Project Engineer (Columbus, OH)

Minimum Experience: 1-3 years

Education: 4-year engineering or construction management degree or equivalent training and experience

Projects: Data Centers/Mission Critical

Required Skills: 3+ years of relevant construction engineering experience

Salary Range: Commensurate with skill level and experience

Job Location: Columbus, OH

Core Responsibilities

The Construction Project Engineer could be a project related resource or could work out of the Smoot Construction headquarters in Columbus, Ohio. Regardless of placement, the Construction Project Engineer will be supported by a team of construction experts. The Construction Project Engineer typically reports to the Project Manager and may be in direct report relation to the Construction Superintendent (project dependent) and works closely with company Executives.

When managing a construction project, safety comes first, communication is key, and participation in all construction activities is required. The type of projects to look forward to with this Construction Project Engineer role include higher education facilities, sporting venues, hospitality, correctional, industrial, as well as, joint venture related engagements.

A breakdown of day-to-day activities

Review, analyze, and resolve design and construction problems and discrepancies

Interact with client representatives, A/E representatives, and contractors as required

Insure all project engineering activities comply with the schedule and contract requirements

Provide technical support to determine the most cost-effective and schedule efficient methods for construction

Manage engineering procedures and other document control functions

Track and maintain material procurement

Maintain design documents to stay current with on-site construction

Assist with schedule maintenance, monitoring for adherence, and advisement of potential schedule problems

Resolve problems to ensure quality of construction and maintain specification integrity

Represent company as required in all client, A/E, and contractor meetings

Confirm contract/purchase order scope is maintained in accordance with contractual requirements

Responsible for submittal tracking, project logs; all processing, coordination, and documentation as required to facilitate project. Maintain official project log and documentation files.

Perform additional assignments per Supervisor's direction.

A strong candidate has the following skills and qualifications

4-year engineering or construction degree or equivalent training and experience

5-8 years of relevant construction engineering experience

Advance knowledge of construction engineering technology, building codes and standards

Complete understanding of the interdependence and relationship between function units

Good communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills

Able to manage software solutions utilized to include Prolog Sky, Bluebeam, Textura CPM, Sage Construction and Real Estate, and scheduling (Primavera P6)

Is a problem solver and can easily execute a situation diagnosis

Very familiar with construction documents

Can provide technical input in support of field activities

Has a clear understanding of the technical aspects of all construction disciplines

Needs minimal direction and supervision

Can train subordinate engineers

If interested, please apply, or send a resume to

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