Construction Project Engineer

Project Engineer We are a heavy industrial mechanical contractor that focuses on the installation, service, and maintenance of power and process systems in the manufacturing and power generation market.
We are based in Baltimore, MD with a satellite office in Hagerstown, MD.
Summary of Position The Project Engineer will have the flexibility to assist with management of multiple projects in both locations, under the supervision of the Operations Manager and Western MD Project Manager, in order to ensure that projects are delivered safely, on-budget, within schedule and in compliance with the company’s standards and to the customer’s satisfaction.
Core Competencies Drive – Self starter with the willingness to get involved in all aspects of a project, including troubleshooting and problem solving on-site.
Accountability – Accepts personal responsibility for quality and timeliness of his or her work.
Communication – Communicates well both verbally and in writing.
Teamwork – Builds good relationships and rapport with customers, peers, supervisors, managers, and field employees throughout the organization.
Consistency – Consistently follows documented procedures and suggests changes / updates when appropriate.
Primary Responsibilities Daily coordination with the Western MD Project Manager (WMDPM) to support current and upcoming projects in the field.
Weekly coordination with the Operations Manager (OM) to support current and upcoming projects in the field.
Assist with project buy-out for supplied materials, ensuring compliance with client specifications and industry standards.
Expedite the material deliveries of subcontractors and suppliers in accordance with the project schedule and coordinated with the project team.
Ensure project specifications are defined, and adhered to.
Seek clarification through the RFI process and ensure drawings are up-to-date.
Manage specific budgets on a project-by-project basis within the company cost control system.
Accumulate all necessary data for monthly owner and subcontractor applications for payment.
Assist with pre-construction and progress meetings with clients and subcontractors, as appropriate.
Assist with estimating new opportunities, to include labor production, material take offs and quotes, and subcontractor pricing.
Maintain and complete a current record of submittals (when required), approvals and re-submittals.
Other duties, as assigned.
Experience B.
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in Mechanical Engineering 2-5 Years previous construction experience, preferably as a Mechanical Contractor or Prime Contractor in an industrial environment.
Thorough understanding of plans and specifications.
Layout drawings (plan and elevation views) Process Flow Diagrams (PIDs) Piping Isometric Drawings Scheduling and estimating experience are a plus.
Self-Starter – Ability to work alone on a project, and also as part of a team.
Effective written and verbal communication skills and organizational skills.
Expectations Check in with assigned jobsite foremen daily (either over the phone, or in person).
Check in with WMD Project Manager daily (either over the phone or in person).
Check in with Operations Manager weekly (either over the phone or in person).
Visit each job site weekly, at a minimum, or as required based on project needs.
Photograph job progress (where allowed) Record subcontractor progress (where applicable) Submit salary timesheet to OM for review and approval, weekly.
Submit mileage reimbursement and expense reimbursement (as applicable) FedEx delivery tickets, invoices, and any other paperwork to the Baltimore Office.
45-50 hours per week, on a weekly salaried basis.
PROJECTS Establish a solid working relationship with each client that is assigned, that is founded on communication and understanding.
Communicate the work plan, any issues, and progress to the client within the time frame that fits their needs (daily, weekly, etc).
Communicate daily (or more often as needed) with on-site supervision to discuss the plan, needs, and progress of each job task and project.
Work with site supervision to develop and execute a construction plan for assigned projects, taking into account material and resource requirements, and working with the operations team to schedule those tasks accordingly.
Visit the project sites to understand each client’s business, facility layout, and project objectives.
Communicate all plans, progress, and issues to the PM and OM as they occur.
ESTIMATING Understand and execute our estimating procedure.
Apply our estimating procedure to new estimates that are assigned.
Accurately take off material quantities and solicit vendor quotes.
Accurately identify subcontractor scopes and solicit vendor quotes.
Estimate manpower, material costs, subcontractor costs, and equipment costs for each estimate assigned.
Craft proposal letters to clients, for specific estimates, including clarifications and exclusions.
Review all estimates with the PM and/or OM.
ENGINEERING Understand the mechanical construction environment, hazards, and pitfalls.
Understand the production capability for each assigned client.
Understand the installation techniques for rotating equipment.
Understand the installation techniques for piping, supports, and processes.
$80,000-$100,000