Project Engineer - Construction

Job Description

Summary for Project Engineer - Construction:

Local Heavy Civil Contractor with a history of success and great reputation in the Kansas City Area is currently searching for a Project Engineer to join their team. The successful candidate will have at least some exposure to the heavy civil industry sector whether that be earthwork, concrete, or underground utilities (or combination of the three). This opportunity is available for immediate hire and interviews will begin shortly, so do not hesitate if curious to learn more about the opportunity, who it's with and what the expectations will be moving forward!

Duties/Responsibilities for Project Engineer - Construction:

Project Planning & Execution: Material procurement and expediting, assistance in work planning for self-perform and work activities, oversight and mentoring of engineering staff, Project close-out: involved in coordinating of documentation - deficiencies, warranties, maintenance and final payments

Schedule: Assisting with the preparation and maintenance of the project schedule and costing system

Project Cost Control: Inventory control – monitoring and tracking of equipment and resources, labor productivity monitoring for self-perform work activities

Project Document Controls & Procedures: Coordinating and reviewing drawings, submissions, specifications, changes and document control, Change management – responsible for set-up, issuing documentation, pricing and change administration

Subcontract Management: Subcontract administration – defining scope of work, writing subcontracts, answering inquiries, monitoring progress, tracking and processing back charges

Project Administration: Preparing and tracking progress claims and estimates

Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications for Project Engineer - Construction:

2+ years of experience in Heavy Civil or industrial construction

A Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or comparable years experience

Experience working in contracts administration

Capable of working in an autonomous role with little supervision at times

Perks for Project Engineer - Construction:

Market leading base salary compensation

Generous year-end bonuses

100% paid Medical, Vision, Dental

Profit Sharing bonuses

401k match

Merit based raise increases