Sr. Project Engineer - Construction

The Dolese Promise is built on a foundation of integrity driven by our passion for quality, safety, and reliability. We are one of Oklahoma's most respected employee-owned companies because of our people and our values. We strongly believe in positively impacting our communities through our products, our actions, and our financial support.

Being a part of the Dolese team affords a unique opportunity to join an organization that rewards its owners through profit sharing. Our employees are one of our most important resources, which is why we promise to deliver.

Dolese Delivers:

Stable Foundation

Treat with Respect

Safe Environments

Employee Focus

JOB SUMMARY

The Sr. Project Engineer - Construction is responsible for planning, managing, and executing all aspects of capital expenditure projects throughout the lifecycle of the project. This position will coordinate between various stakeholders and ensure that projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Oversee the field construction of new aggregate plant installations, plant or site improvements, and process improvement projects including but not limited to: Industrial Greenfield and Brownfield Site Development, Plant Expansions and modifications to existing Aggregate Production Plants, Site Design for Offices, Site Entrance, Roadway, Drainage, Rail, Process Water Impoundments, etc.

Assist with monitoring expenditure, track financial progress, and ensure that all costs remain within the allocated budget

Coordinate activities between operations, onsite contractors, and sub-contractors in each phase of the project

Resolve challenges using past experience and offer solutions to keep projects on track

Provide technical supervision and design expertise around preparing plant pad sites including coordinating surveying, Geotech studies, soil stabilization, foundation design, utilities, grading, site elements, and drainage

Provide technical supervision of concrete construction, plant erection, power distribution, dust suppression, automation, and plant commissioning

Implement project safety plans and ensure compliance with MSHA guidelines through use of training, catwalk talks, and communication with Health, Safety and Environmental team members

Prepare cost and material estimates, schedules, work plans, and daily logs

Identify opportunities for cost savings and implement strategies to optimize financial performance

Participate in activities such as punch lists, safety reviews, quality reviews, and documentation preparation when necessary

Organize and participate in various project meetings and conference calls

Provide progress updates and reports to management and the project team including daily reports, weekly progress reports, and monthly project accounting updates

Maintain a safe and clean working environment by enforcing company procedures, rules, and regulations

Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned on a temporary or permanent basis as needed

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Mining Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field of study from an accredited university

At least 8 years of experience in the mining industry or other similar material processing fields required

Project Management training and PMP certification preferred

Experience working in the Aggregates Industry with aggregate site construction and processing equipment (i.e. conveyors, screens, crushers, etc.) preferred

Experience with AggFlow preferred

Experience with concrete testing, soil compaction, and surveying (Total Station, GPS) preferred

Experience with entitlements such as Platting, Zoning, and Municipal Permitting preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Established technical knowledge, encompassing construction and engineering processes, procurement, project controls reporting, and contract management

Advanced knowledge of construction engineering technology, codes, standards, etc., plus an in-depth understanding of the interdependence and relationship between other functional units

Proficiency in budget management, financial forecasting, and resource allocation

Experience in identifying, assessing, and mitigating project risks

Ability to thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments and adapt to changing project requirements

Excellent communication and organizational skills to coordinate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders

Ability to implement innovative and effective management strategies to enhance project and employee performance

Represents the company with a positive attitude internally and externally

Demonstrates consistent ability to be dependable, consistent, diligent, and thorough

Proficient in AutoCAD, MS Office Suite, MS Project, etc.

Ability to read and interpret construction contracting/bidding documents, materials, and drawings

Knowledge of power transmission and distribution systems

Knowledge of Grading and Drainage Design, SWP3 management, General Civil Site Design, Water and Wastewater Design, Hydrology and Hydraulics Analysis and Design, etc.

Knowledge of Lean principles and methodologies

Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license with good driving record

Ability to travel up to 60% of the time to various field locations with overnight stays as needed

Ability to work outside normal business hours if necessary

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Lift, push, or pull objects of various dimensions up to 30 lbs. of weight occasionally

Ability to perform 80% sedentary work and tolerate prolonged standing/sitting/walking

Ability to repeatedly balance, bend from the trunk, crawl, kneel, push and pull objects

Ability to use hands and fingers to handle or feel

Ability to verbally communicate, hear, and see

EEO Statement:

We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetics, marital or protected veteran status. Dolese provides 'reasonable accommodations' to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the American with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation in order to complete the application process please contact the Human Resources Director.

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