Project Engineer III

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY :

Under this position, the employee will, under only general supervision from the Project Manager, exercise independent judgment and discretion to manage the on and off site execution of daily project requirements and activities, while flexibly responding to customer demands. Utilizing sound project management principles, practices and techniques, this position will manage the required day to day project activities. Responsible for financial results of projects and activities of a portfolio of projects as assigned. Responsibilities will include maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction while balancing the project demands and financial goals.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

• Develops personal intellectual and technical product knowledge specific to the needs of the business and that of specific projects.
• Manages, supports, mentors, and develops Jr level Project Engineers as assigned.
• Supports a portfolio of multiple ongoing projects throughout the project life cycle while maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction, financial goals, and quality.
• Under general supervision, develops and updates project implementation plans, coordinating resources to insure timely and cost-effective installation and completion of assigned projects or tasks.
• Works with the Project Manager to insure profitable completion of each project.
• Contributes to effectively manage a project's cash flow, cost, and billings.
• Provides input to the PM to consistently produce billings in a timely and accurate manner in a format required by our customers and ensures that billings are clearly communicated to our customers.
• This position is required to maintain all profitability goals and positive cash flow on all assigned projects.
• Understands and provides input on cost allocation to financial reporting systems.
• Effectively communicates financial status to management.
• Manages and provides documentation for the project file including correspondence, requests for information, change orders, logs, and project schedules.
• Change order management and upselling of scope is a requirement of this position.
• Supports the engineering design process to include coordination with controls engineering team activities. Will provide input for configuration, design and engineered systems in most cost-effective manner while maintaining quality and ensuring customer satisfaction. Manages and oversees project construction for compliance with specifications, codes, material, installation techniques, safety activities and Sunbelt standards.
• Manages material procurement process for the projects assigned. May select and order appropriate materials. Maintains and monitors material usage, cost and inventory control. Obtains lead time discounts when possible.
• Develops and maintains internal project construction schedules relative our scope of work utilizing 3rd party software programs such as MS Project as required.
• Manages, supports and provides oversight to all 3rd party commissioning requirements on assigned projects.
• Plans and monitors commissioning process and checkout of the system before release to the owner / operator. Ensures job completion documentation is complete.
• Properly assigns technical resources for problem resolutions on projects as necessary.
• Proactively evaluates potential problems on the job and initiates action to limit negative outcomes. Reviews customer's systems during installation and, if needed, points out other areas of improvement resulting in value added change orders. Provide estimates for additional work for customer with help of project manager.
• Coordinates on-site visit for service personnel and ensures transition to service is achieved.
• Ensures owner / operator is familiar with and has been trained on the total system. In addition, provides proper project closeout documentation and / or manuals for system operations.
• Develops and maintains viable relationships with customers, prime contractors, subcontractors and trade personnel.
• Attends job progress meetings as necessary and provides detailed instructions to and interfaces with installers and subcontractors.
• Must have a basic level of understanding of the control products and user interfaces represented by the Company or acquire these skills through self-directed training.
• Responsible for practicing safe work habits and participates in office safety program requirements and that of any specific safety requirements of all assigned projects.
• Attends and successfully completes OSHA 10 and OSHA 30 safety training classes. Will adhere to all Company and site-specific safety standards & requirements and have a high degree of regard to employee and subcontractor safety
• Takes personal responsibility for the successful completion of any assigned formal training and any ongoing development program activities.
• Participates in the ongoing personal development program with other engineers for processes, product and systems knowledge required of the business.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :

ACCO COMPETENCIES :

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

(The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

Competitive Wages :

$80,000 - $110,000 annually. Applicants please note that actual compensation is determined by several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to job-related skills, depth of experience, certifications, relevant education or training, and specific work location, among others. The offered wage or salary is only one aspect of an employee's total compensation.

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About Us

Sunbelt Controls is a premier provider of building automation system solutions and services for a wide portfolio of clients across the Western United States. We provide BAS solutions that are comprehensive, ranging from new construction installation and system retrofits to preventative service, data analytics and fault detection diagnostics. We lead the industry with building control products and solutions that reduce energy and operational cost across several vertical markets, including office buildings, data centers, healthcare, education, and biotech / pharmaceutical.We deliver value to our clients by utilizing emerging technologies to create smarter buildings through our professional solutions, services, experiences, and ingenuity. Our employees are comprised of intelligent, dedicated, and entrepreneurial team members who put customers first and enjoy what they do. We believe there is a better way... to grow professionally, to partner and deliver a project. If you are ready for new challenges and new opportunities, come join our team!

What's great about working at Sunbelt Controls is that we're a big enough company to be a leader in Automated Controls contracting in California, the Pacific Northwest, and the Southwest U.S., but as a 100% employee-owned ESOP, we're a private company with a family-oriented feel. Together, the employees of Sunbelt Controls are comprised of intelligent, dedicated, and entrepreneurial team members who put customers first and enjoy what they do.

SUNBELT CONTROLS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AA M / F / V / D.

We proudly hire U.S. Military Veterans, and those qualified are encouraged to apply.

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Sunbelt Controls will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment.

At this time, Sunbelt Controls is unable to provide visa sponsorship.