Construction Project Engineer Fading West Development

Fremont Economic Development Corp.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits

4% Employer Match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Fading West Construction is seeking a Project Engineer to oversee a construction project from inception to completion, coordinating with the project manager and site superintendent to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery. This role emphasizes planning, risk mitigation, and hands-on problem solving on site.

You will prepare cost estimates, manage subcontractors, review drawings, and conduct site inspections using Procore and related tools to maintain quality and safety throughout the project

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of construction experience or Construction Management degree.
• Experience with Procore and Microsoft Office preferred.
• Experience with reading plans and basic framing layout required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate cost estimates for project during the pre-construction phase.
• Manage subcontractor agreements and performance.
• Prepare agendas and distribute minutes for weekly OAC meetings.
• Upload and manage project drawings in Procore.

Skills

Self-starter

Multi-tasking

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

Construction Management degree

Two years construction experience

Tools

Procore

Microsoft Teams

Microsoft 365

Job description

Fading West exists to build thriving and connected communities by reimagining the construction industry. Our vision is to eliminate the housing crisis for the workforce and the communities they serve. Our mission is to create attainable, high-quality, architecturally interesting, diverse communities for the workforce. To accomplish this, we fully integrate design, development, manufacturing, and construction in a single LEAN value stream.

CORE VALUES

• We Care for People
• We Hate Waste
• We Excel & Outperform

OUR CULTURE

Strong Work Ethic, Fun, Learning, and Humility

• Fading West employees:
  • do not need to be managed
  • consistently impress the team with their insights and output
  • are wicked smart but don’t take themselves too seriously
  • have a passion for the company’s success without ego or pride in ownership
  • are teachable, collaborative, and committed to continual learning, growth, and personal development

Problem-Solving in a Challenging, Changing, and Flexible Organization

• Fading West employees:
  • Challenge the norms and think outside the box
  • enjoy the excitement of figuring out the “how” that accomplishes the “what” we are trying to achieve

Manage Complexity and Simplify Systems

• Fading West employees:
  • enjoy managing complexity to create efficient systems and processes that reduce waste and increase simplicity

Strategic Visionary Thinking

• Fading West employees:
  • Help develop strategies to achieve the objectives of the business plan to maximize return and minimize risk

Relationships and Mission

• Fading West employees:
  • Place a high value on relationships
  • Are discerning, highly relational, people connectors
  • Promote and maintain Fading West’s core values and mission statement
  • Are inclusive and build a culture where difference and creativity are valued
  • Believe diversity drives innovation

POSITION SUMMARY

The Project Engineer at Fading West Construction oversees all aspects of a construction project from inception to completion. This includes planning, organizing, and managing resources to ensure the project is delivered on time, within budget, and to the specified quality standards. The Project Engineer will work closely with the project manager and site superintendent to execute construction plans, monitor progress, and address any technical challenges that may arise . Traveling will be required for this position .

Responsibilities

Prepare accurate cost estimates for project s during the pre-construction phase.

Manage subcontractor agreements and performance.

Prepare agendas and compile/distribute minutes for weekly OAC meetings.

Procore Project Management Software.

Upload and manage project drawings.

Handle commitments and submittals.

Manage RFI’s during the construction period.

Upload site progress photos.

Maintain the project directory of subcontractors and vendors.

Submit daily logs to track progress on site.

Conduct weekly site inspections and document incident reports and near misses.

Lead weekly toolbox talks to address safety topics .

Perform equipment inspections to ensure compliance with safety standards.

Provide safety acknowledgment for new subcontractors.

Conduct pre-concrete inspections to ensure site safety.

Implement and monitor fall protection measures.

Assist the site superintendent in advancing on-site progress by:

Managing and scheduling subcontractors and Fading West Construction (FWC) staff.

Defining the scope of work for subcontractors and FWC staff.

Performing quality checks on all completed work, ensuring the correct materials are used.

Developing and maintaining project schedules to ensure timely completion.

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum of 2 years of construction experience required or Construction Management degree.

Experience with Procor e and Microsoft Office preferred.

Experience with reading plans and basic framing layout required.

Proficient in reading and interpreting construction plans to relay information with subcontractors and FWC staff.

Basic knowledge of job-site tools & equipment maintenance required.

Highly organized with the ability to multi-task.

Valid drivers license is required.

The Ideal Candidate...

Is a self-starter who does not need to be managed.

Has a diverse trades skillset and ability to train other employees.

Enjoys helping people and solving problems.

Ability to manage people and delegate to complete work effectively.

Requirements

• This position is an in-person role that requires 50% travel
• Must be competent and comfortable in computer skills and navigate modern technology often (Microsoft Teams, Microsoft 365, etc)
• This role requires signing a confidentiality agreement
• May require a reference check that speaks to the positive character of the applicant
• May be regularly required to stand, sit, or walk for long periods of time, lift or carry more than 50 pounds, climb/balance on stairs or ladders, stoop, kneel, and crouch.

Fading West rigorously adheres to Colorado’s Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, C.R.S. § 8-5-201(1)

Summary

BENEFITS SUMMARY
(Offered to all full-time employees (30+ hours/week))

• Health Benefits (Portion of monthly premiums paid by employer)
  • Medical (Cigna)
    • Choice Between three plans
      • High-deductible plan with $3300 for individuals and $6300 for families w/ HSA
      • PPO Plan with $1500 deductible for individuals and $3500 for families
  • Direct Primary Care Medical Option
  • Dental (Delta)
  • Vision (Unum)
• 4% Employer Match
• Auxiliary Benefits
  • Long Term Disability (fully employee paid)
  • Life Insurance (fully employee paid)
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Health and Fitness Re-imbursement ($250 / year)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Vacation (2 weeks per year)
  • Personal days (6 days per year)
  • Sick days
  • Paid holidays

**Fading West Development LLC and all its wholly owned subsidiaries
are equal opportunity employers**

**Disclaimer: The duties and responsibilities described above are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee, time to time; the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.