Construction Project Engineer - $600M Full-service GC

Our client is looking for a driven and bright Construction Project Engineer to join the team. If you are looking for your next step in your career to be with a company that truly invests in training and has a fast growth trajectory to Assistant Project Manager and then Project Manager - Apply today and be considered by the VP of Construction by EOD.

Client Details

• Multi-generation company - still family owned
• $400M per year give or take
• 2 offices in Wisconsin (Madison, Milwaukee)
• Self-perform carpentry
• Specialize in large healthcare, education, multi-family, senior living, corporate offices, light industrial work.

Description

• Works with (or may be assigned to) the Estimating Department to prepare project cost estimates. Performs quantity take-offs, obtains subcontractor and vendor cost input, prepares cost summaries, and performs data analytics, as directed
• Assists Project Managers in subcontractor and vendor purchasing, including preparation of bid packages, bidding follow-up, bid analysis, post-bid interviews and subcontractor/vendor award
• Assists Project Managers in securing governmental and regulatory agency
• Interacts with Design Professionals and the Owner, as directed
• Prepares and maintains construction schedules. Assists with pull-planning work sessions, look-ahead schedules, and weekly work
• Assists with project safety program implementation including safety orientations, safety inspections and safety documentation
• Tracks and manages subcontractor submittals. Reviews submittals for compliance with Construction Documents. Follows-up and resolves submittal review
• Tracks and manages Requests for Information (RFI's). Follows-up and resolves RFI issues.
• Tracks and logs project documentation including design documents, submittals, reports, photographs, and other information as directed by the Project Manager or Superintendent
• Assists Project Managers with budget control and cost management, as assigned
• Assists with implementation of Company programs and processes including Safety, Quality Control, Diversity, Lean Construction, and others
• Assists Superintendents with tracking and monitoring of self-performed work
• Assists Superintendents with field management including site set-up and security, equipment tracking and utilization, field documentation, regulatory agency inspections, and subcontractor work coordination

Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or academic/experiential equivalent
• Previous experience through internship programs or in a related work environment is highly desirable
• Current driver's license
• Ability to work productively with individuals at all departments and levels within the client as well as customers, design professionals, subcontractors, vendors, and other external entities
• Willingness to learn and take direction from others
• Demonstrated positive attitude and customer service mindset
• Ability to work in team settings with people of different personalities and/or diverse backgrounds
• Ability to analyze and interpret data
• Problem solving ability
• Ability to communicate effectively (both orally and in writing)
• Ability to work efficiently and independently
• Ability to handle stress
• Ability to manage a variable and sometimes heavy workload
• Ability to manage frustration and positively respond to unplanned events and conditions
• Ability to meet critical deadlines
• Personal computer literacy and ability to learn and use new technologies and computing platforms

Job Offer

• Base salary up to $85,000 (depending upon experience)
• High bonus earning potential (company and personal bonuses)
• 401K with company match
• 3 weeks PTO starting
• Paid company holidays
• Sick days
• Great work/life balance - no working weekend or overtime
• Full benefits (Health, Vision and Dental)
• Life Insurance
• Paternity and Maternity leave
• Company tech (cell phone, laptop, etc)
• Clear growth path to Project Manager

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