Position Summary:
The Project Engineer I assists the Area Supervisors, General Foreman, and Project Managers.
Essential Functions:
Duties vary by project, typically include:
- Take all necessary actions to comply with all laws and regulations at assigned site.
- Maintain the construction schedule, provide performance-based financials (budget vs. actual).
- Provide appropriate communication with the client in accordance with client driven processes.
- Ensure that the crew audit program is implemented according to established policy.
- Assist in the establishment of Project Management programs to maximize Safety, Quality and Productivity on the work site.
- Produce and coordinate required information associated with construction projects, including but not limited to review and submission of Time and Equipment sheets, payroll inputs, tools and materials documentation, processing A/P invoices.
- Assisting with the job site reporting function (i.e. daily required reports, safety, Environmental, etc.).
- Filling system set-up and maintenance, establishing/maintaining/monitoring document control logs, i.e. RFI’s, shop drawings).
- Producing and logging project photographic records.
- Assisting in preparation of labor reports and cost reports.
- Coordinating and assisting with information distribution to subcontractors and own forces.
Minimum Requirements:
BA/BS degree in related field and/or 0-2 years of prior relevant experience desired, preferably with a self-performing union contractor.
Self-starter, detail oriented combined with ability to follow up and close out tasks.
Strong written, presentational, influencing and communication skills.
Experience as a “change agent” that can work effectively with all levels of the corporation.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Strong problem-solving skills.
Strong analytical skills.
Experience with Scheduling and management processes.
A strong working knowledge of appropriate software associated with effective. Project Management and Controls.
Ability to work with all levels of the corporation in a collegial and relationship building fashion and act as a mentor to field supervision and operations personnel.
Appropriate experience managing constructed projects and an understanding of applicable processes.
Proficiency in Microsoft, (Excel, Word, Outlook, Power Point) required.
Timberline Accounting, (Job cost, Payroll, A/P) experience and proficiency preferred.
Construction management and / or Engineering discipline.
Clean driving record.
Ability and willingness to travel and move from job site to job site possibly in remote areas.
Physical Demands:
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.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, and feel; and reach with hands and arms.
Work Environment:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at construction job sites. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud. This position is performed in outside weather conditions.
Competencies:
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization
EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled
About Company
Transmission
Our experienced crews have built hundreds of miles of transmission lines to bring power to the greater Houston and Phoenix metro areas, the remote islands of Hawaii and over the Rocky Mountains. We have built lines up to 500 kV for public and private clients.
Distribution
At Power Contracting, we build, maintain and upgrade both overhead and underground distribution powerlines to serve residential, commercial and industrial customers. Our team has installed distribution lines for a diverse group of utilities, co-operatives, public owners and private developers.
Substation
Our substation team is one of the best in the nation. We have an exceptional track record of completing large and mid-scale projects on time and budget with decades of experience and expertise constructing substations from site preparation to final commissioning.
Company
About Us
Power Contracting is a turnkey utilities solutions provider that builds, maintains and grows infrastructure across the western half of the United States. We continuously expand our offerings to supply our customers with the ideas, technology, experience, manpower, and equipment to perform any job.
As a premier full-service electrical contracting company, we offer a wide range of expertise that spans power and civil construction services across infrastructure markets. From project inception to final completion, we have the experience, knowledge and team to make your project a success.
Our portfolio is continually evolving with the needs of our customers, and we will work with you to develop and implement the best approach for your job.