Project Engineer (Canada to USA)

Barnard; Alberta; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company seeks a Project Engineer to coordinate multiple work fronts and contribute to project success. This role requires relocation to various project sites in the USA, emphasizing strong organizational and communication skills, along with a degree in engineering.

Benefits

Competitive Salaries

Profit Sharing

401(k)

Generous Health Plan

Annual Bonuses

Qualifications

• Willingness to relocate to assigned project area in the USA.
• Heavy civil construction experience required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate multiple work fronts and processes.
• Manage material deliveries and subcontractor contracts.
• Support quality control and assurance efforts.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Job description

Barnard Construction Company, Inc. is a heavy civil construction company based in Bozeman, Montana, with projects underway across North America. We are ranked by Engineering News-Record, (a leading construction industry periodical), as one of the USA’s Top 400 civil contractors. We specialize in dam construction and rehabilitation, power transmission and distribution, tunneling, inland marine, oil, gas, utility, and sewer and water pipeline projects.

Barnard’s people are the reason for the success of the company. Our reputation attracts the highest quality personnel. People who are committed to producing projects that set a standard for safety and excellence. At Barnard, we build the riskiest, most difficult, complex jobs we can find, and we hire people who thrive on tough work and demanding opportunities. We offer competitive salaries, profit sharing, 401(k)s, a generous health plan, annual bonuses, and challenging career opportunities with a financially solid company.

Position Overview

This is a developmental opportunity. The incumbent will be responsible for coordinating multiple work fronts, processes, and contributing to a team of cross-functional employees within their area. As part of the engineering team for the project, the Project Engineer will participate in team meetings, work collaboratively to achieve the strategic objectives of the project, and assist with any project requirements when needed.

This position requires on-site work at an assigned project location within the United States. Locations include but are not limited to California, Montana, Tennessee, Arkansas, Arizona, North Dakota, Nevada, Colorado, and Texas. Candidates must be willing and able to relocate to the local area of their assigned project. Remote work and fly-in-fly-out arrangements are not available for these positions.

Responsibilities :

1. Involvement in the operations of our cost control system and analysis of construction costs.
2. Participate in monthly forecasting of revenue and costs accruals.
3. Gather data and prepare monthly pay estimates.
4. Process and estimate change orders and Requests for Information as directed by the Project Manager.
5. Coordinate and schedule shop drawings and submittals, maintaining complete and current records.
6. Manage material deliveries, ensuring proper inspection for quantity and quality in compliance with contract documents.
7. Negotiate and manage subcontractor and material contracts.
8. Assist in developing and updating the project schedule.
9. Collaborate closely with field construction personnel.
10. Support quality control and quality assurance efforts.
11. Represent Barnard on technical matters related to your expertise.
12. Attend and facilitate technical and progress meetings.
13. Review progress reports and endorse invoices for services.
14. Prepare and review reports and correspondence related to project technical issues.
15. Maintain regular contact with contractors, consultants, and other technical personnel.

Qualifications :

1. Willingness and ability to relocate and reside in the assigned project area in the USA.
2. Canadian citizenship for work visa purposes.
3. Four-year bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited university.
4. Heavy civil construction experience.
5. Experience working on active construction sites.
6. Ability to handle multiple tasks and make timely, sound decisions.
7. Ability to motivate and coordinate efforts of others.
8. Knowledge of project management principles and sound judgment.
9. Strong organizational, research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
10. Effective communication skills, including technical report writing.