Project Engineer

Primary Duties

Provide on-site administrative and technical support to the project manager and project superintendent

Review shop drawings and submittals for compliance with plans and specifications and send to the architect for review

Return the reviewed submittals to subcontractors and maintain submittal log within Procore or other project software

Create RFIs based upon design discrepancies and send them to the architect for review

Coordinate RFI answers with architects, subcontractors and project team to assess schedule and budget implications

Coordinate with architects, engineers and clients, and any other duties as assigned by the project manager

Update and issue construction drawings to include any design changes, RFI responses, and as-builts

Review drawings and construction to assure compliance with plans and specifications

Prepare proposals and cost estimates, track and evaluate project progress, budgets, and recommend changes

Assist the Project Manager in change order creation

Assist in budget creation

Assist in resolving any issues that arise during construction

Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects

Manage all phases of multifamily construction projects

Plan, schedule, conduct, and/or coordinate detailed phases of assigned project work

Work closely with project managers to gain additional project management experience for more complex and larger projects

Make design, engineering, and construction recommendations, adaptations and modifications

Implement cost-saving measures without compromising quality or safety standards

Review contract terms and conditions to ensure compliance with project requirements

Identify potential risks and develop risk mitigation strategies

Assists the Superintendent and project team in properly documenting all construction activities

Assists the Project Manager with project buyout as directed

Documents all change orders, RFIs, submittals, plan revisions, and properly save them within the designated project software

Assist in developing a procurement schedule and integrate it with the project team

Assist in schedule creation and updating

Attend all project meetings such as Subcontractor meetings, OAC meetings, project team meetings, and maintain all meeting minutes for each meeting

Provide guidance, support, and feedback to team members to facilitate their professional development

Assist the Project Manager in monitoring job cost reports

Account for all possible subcontractor schedule and cost impacts

Work with the project team in ensuring that the schedule and budget are adhered to

Assist the Project Manager in creating and managing subcontract agreements, purchase orders, etc.

Assist the Project Manager, Job Cost Accountant, and project team in preparing and reviewing monthly pay applications

All other duties as assigned Experience & Skills

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Engineering, or a related field is preferred

3+ years of multifamily construction experience

3+ years of experience in podium multifamily construction is preferred

Successful experience in multifamily construction project management

Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and techniques

Great leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills

Proficiency in construction software and tools such as Procore, Bluebeam, Yardi, MS Office, etc

Familiarity with building codes, regulations, and safety standards

Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time effectively

Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills

Timeliness and dependability are required for this position Physical Requirements

This position requires frequent walking, standing, and climbing stairs in/around construction site, apartment homes, models, and properties

This position requires working outdoors in all weather conditions (to include but limited to, rain, snow, heat, hail, wind, and sleet), around hazardous chemicals, dust, dirt, and other particulates

Must have the ability to read and comprehend large quantities of information, operate computer equipment, speak, hear, bend, stoop, reach, lift, move, and carry up to 60 lbs. independently

Regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach, and move about office setting

To perform other duties as required

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