Project Engineer (Mattawa, Washington)

Job Description

Summary:

Provides technical, quality control and administrative support to Superintendents, Project Engineers and Project Managers on the Priest Rapids jobsite in Mattawa, Washington.

Essential Functions:

• Ensures that all Nicholson and OSHA safety regulations are followed and enforced

• Performs field quality control tests

• Prepares and manage quality control and production records

• Orders materials, writes purchase orders, and tracks inventory

• Runs small work crews (technical tasks like water testing, load testing, etc.)

• Researches and resolves drawing interpretation problems, conflicts, interferences, and errors

• Performs field surveys and resolves geometry issues

• Prepares drawings and sketches to support construction work

• Assists in preparation of change order documentation and claim analysis

• Ensures all installation follows Nicholson Quality Control Manual

Education & Training:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related degree

Experience:

• Experience (1-3 years) of construction equipment/ techniques (i.e. drawings, specifications, building materials, surveying, design, or geotechnical work)

Knowledge and Abilities:

• Basic knowledge of bidding and job costing procedures

• Knowledgeable in structural and geotechnical designs related to our techniques

• Proficient with MS Word, Excel and Outlook

Physical Requirements:

• Lift, carry, pull and push at least 40 pounds

• Travel per the company travel policy, often overnight and away from home

Mental Requirements:

• Converse effectively using both verbal and written communication.

• Make decisions and assume accountability

• Concentrate on tasks

• Demonstrate ability to manage stress and emotions as related to the workplace

• Attention to detail

• Identify and resolve conflict

• Assess safety and risk