Overview
The Project Engineer, or project manager-in-training, is responsible for assisting the Project Manager and Superintendent in all aspects of the day-to-day management of a construction project. This position will participate in all activities required to source, pursue and build a project including cost estimation, contract administration, schedule management and risk-quality management. In Brinkmann’s “concept-to-completion” business model, Project Engineers enjoy a high-level of responsibility and accelerated career path to project management. Duties include but are not limited to :
Responsibilities
- Identify and pursue new business development opportunities including maintaining positive client relationships to leverage future repeat business
- Prepare full cost estimates including quantity take-offs and pricing
- Participate in bid solicitation, bid package preparation and analysis
- Assist in preparation of general contract and subcontract administration
- Prepare permit applications
- Maintain updated construction documents including as-builts
- Manage and process shop drawings and submittals
- Coordinate material and equipment procurement and expediting
- Facilitate the RFI process
- Document project coordination meetings for distribution
- Monitor project schedules to ensure adherence to key dates
- Initiate, review and negotiate change orders
- Oversee entire close-out process including creation and completion of punch list
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in engineering (i.e. civil, architectural, or construction), construction management or related field0-2 years' experience in the construction industryAbility to travel / temporarily relocate for job assignmentsAbility to read, understand and interpret contract documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work and project schedulesAbility to understand and solve complex challenges in order to present alternative solutionsDemonstrated leadership and interpersonal skillsExcellent communication skills - both written and verbalProficiency with computer applications including Microsoft OfficeKey success factors include passion for the industry, self-motivated, strong work ethic, time management, organized, detail-oriented and creativeMust be authorized to work in the United States and not require work authorization sponsorship by our company for this position now or in the future