Construction Project Engineer I: Lead & Mentor

Somat Engineering Inc.; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Somat Engineering, Inc. in Grand Rapids, Michigan is seeking a Construction Project Engineer to join our team. The role involves managing projects from conception to finish, mentoring staff, collaborating with clients, and overseeing field and laboratory activities to ensure quality and schedule adherence.

Ideal candidates have a Civil Engineering degree, PE certification, and 4+ years of relevant experience, with a willingness to engage in business development and cross-office collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering with a construction emphasis.
• 4+ years of relevant work experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) certification.
• Understanding of construction engineering aspects of a wide range of transportation, structural, and water resources projects.
• Motivation to adjust schedule to meet deadlines and client needs.
• Proven project and client management skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Willingness to engage with the engineering community and professional societies.

Responsibilities

• Provide mentorship, development and guidance to staff/field engineers including report review and field procedures oversight.

Skills

Project management

Client management

Mentoring staff

Verbal & written communication

Business development

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Job description

Somat Engineering, Inc. in Grand Rapids, Michigan is seeking a Construction Project Engineer to join our team. The role involves managing projects from conception to finish, mentoring staff, collaborating with clients, and overseeing field and laboratory activities to ensure quality and schedule adherence.

Ideal candidates have a Civil Engineering degree, PE certification, and 4+ years of relevant experience, with a willingness to engage in business development and cross-office collaboration.