Civil Engineer

Sweve Tech LTD; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction management firm in New York is seeking a Project Coordinator to support construction activities. The role involves project administration, documentation, and assisting with project management, requiring a Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of experience in the heavy/civil industry. The ideal candidate possesses strong communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office and AutoCAD. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional experience working in project management or field engineering role within the heavy/civil industry.
• Valid US state issued driver's license preferred.
• OSHA 10 certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Read and study project documents to understand project scope.
• Maintain project files for access and future reference.
• Ensure accurate preparation of project documentation and reporting.
• Maintain tracking spreadsheets for production and other metrics.
• Assist Project Manager with takeoffs and obtaining quotes.

Skills

Excellent communication and problem solving skills

Strong analytical skills

Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

Ability to work within AutoCAD

Ability to multitask

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Industrial, Civil, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or Business Management

Tools

Microsoft Project

AutoCAD

Job description

Support construction activities by providing support for a portion of the following: planning, organizing and implementing those management duties, project controls systems, engineering interface, subcontract and materials management, purchasing, scheduling. Responsible for portions of project administration.

Responsibilities

• Reads and studies all project related documents (bid, design prints, submitting, etc) to gain a thorough understanding of the project scope
• Maintains project files for quick access and for future reference
• Ensure that project documentation is being prepared accurately, that materials and work allocations are cost coded correctly and production quantities are being tracked and reported. Sufficient detail shall be included in the report to accurately document the work that was completed
• Maintains tracking spreadsheets for production quantities, materials, ROP, and other measurable metrics are documented for the project
• Assists the Project Manager with performing takeoffs and obtaining quotes for required subs, materials, etc. that are required throughout the project
• Attends the daily planning meetings and prepares meeting notes to document and communicate to Project Manager and Client
• Attends the weekly Onsite Progress meeting with the client and takes/distributes meeting minutes in accordance with the Project Manager's instructions
• Assist the Project team with documenting safety meetings, JSAs, etc
• Assist in the preparation and review of resource scheduling within the three week look ahead schedule
• Assists the Project Manager with documenting and tracking of Extra Work costs, assuring out of scope work is being captured as a Change Order and that Extra work is not being performed without proper authorization

Experience

• 2+ years of professional experience working in project management or field engineering role within the heavy/civil industry

Skills & Abilities

• Must possess excellent communication and problem solving skills, strong analytical skills
• Should possess strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite Products including: Excel and Word, Microsoft Project and Outlook
• Must be highly organized with attention to details
• Ability to multitask in a high paced work environment with changing priorities
• Ability to communicate effective in both verbal and written communications
• Ability to work within AutoCAD or similar design software
• Ability to travel extensively and for extended periods of time

Physical Requirements

• Ability to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to work or visit within areas where it is required. PPE includes but is not limited to: hard hat, task specific safety glasses, life vest, respirators, task specific hearing protection, task specific safety shoes (steel toe or metatarsal), and /or other protective equipment as required by the work performed and may change based on the location in which the work is being completed.
• Ability to walk, step, climb, and otherwise move from one location on the job site to another
• Depending on equipment in use, the chosen candidate must be able to physically get into and get out of equipment through the use of vertical mounted ladders up to and including 10 or more in height
• Ability to visually see worksite environment and observe equipment operations (either naturally or with corrective lenses)
• Ability to stand, stoop, kneel, squat, climb, and sit for long periods of time
• Ability to complete repetitive movements by feet, shoulders, arms, wrists, hands and back in performance of work
• Ability to climb vertical ladders. Working at elevated heights
• Ability to lift up to and including fifty (50) lb. objects as required
• Ability to carry up to and including fifty (50) lb. objects as required
• Ability to adapt to outdoor conditions and prolonged exposure to the elements
• Ability to work outdoors in all-weather conditions

Licenses or Certifications

• Valid US state issued drivers license preferred
• OSHA 10 certification preferred

Educational Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in Industrial, Civil, Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, Business Management or a related field of study