Construction Project Engineer I - Solar

Mortenson Construction; Holiday Harbor (FL); On-site; USD 84,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Medical and prescription drug plans

Vision coverage

Life, AD&D, and disability insurance

Adoption Assistance

Job summary

Mortenson Construction in Florida seeks an experienced Project Engineer I to join our Solar Team, collaborating with staff at all levels in a dynamic environment. The role emphasizes coordination, field issues, and professional confidentiality.

The base pay falls between $84,100 and $113,500 with a generous benefits package including 401(k), health plans, paid time off, and relocation/travel opportunities as you move between projects nationwide.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction, Civil, or Architectural Engineering or Construction Management.
• Minimum of two years related construction experience.
• Detail-oriented with strong task management and organizational skills.
• Understanding of construction law and business practices.
• Strong teamwork, initiative, communication, and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Interpret project plans and details for subcontractors and craft workers.
• Implement the pre-construction quality plan and manage permits.
• Develop and maintain tracking lists and logs for materials, tests, and inspections.
• Manage submittals, RFIs, and change orders; coordinate approvals.
• Establish procedures for electronic documents and project closeout.
• Mentor field engineers and ensure safety and compliance.
• Maintain project schedule and coordinate with PMs and superintendents.
• Communicate progress and issues to project stakeholders.

Skills

Reading blueprints

Construction coordination

RFIs & submittals

Quality management

Regulatory compliance

Team collaboration

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction, Civil, or Architectural Engineering or Construction Management

Job description

paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), retirement plan

Mortenson is currently seeking an experienced Project Engineer I to join our Solar Team with the ability to interact with a variety of staff at all levels in an ever-changing environment, remaining flexible, resourceful, proactive, and efficient with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality. The Project Engineer will review, provide analysis, management, and resolution of field coordination issues with project team members and participants.

Location: Florida

Travel: This is a 100% travel position; requiring temporary relocation and working on a rotational basis. Mortenson hires for a career and not a project. When your project is complete you will be assigned to another project.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Interpret project plans, specifications, and details for subcontractors and craft persons
• Implement the pre-construction quality plan
• Obtain and maintain construction permits; manage fee payments and recurring expenses
• Develop and maintain Material Tracking List, Project Test and Inspection Listing, Concrete Placement Log, Non-Conformance Report
• Manage, create, and distribute contract documents
• Establish handling procedures for electronic documents (RFIs, correspondence)
• Incorporate processes and procedures for project closeout phase
• Manage testing and inspection processes for construction quality management
• Implement three-phase inspection system
• Establish reporting formats, protocols, schedules, and off-site testing procedures
• Notify Project Manager and Superintendent of non-conforming test results or inspection items
• Manage submittals: set up register, obtain customer/architect approval, prepare transmittal forms, coordinate packaging, review, and processing
• Expedite submittals to align with project schedule
• Communicate submittal process details to subcontractors and suppliers
• Provide periodic updates of submittal register to customer or architect
• Coordinate subcontractor details: verify insurance, prepare paperwork, request final payment
• Develop and distribute RFIs and Change Orders
• Define and implement procedures for posting revisions and updates to as-built construction documents
• Incorporate subcontractor as-built documentation into contract document updates
• Mentor, manage, and evaluate field engineers
• Determine alternative work methods as needed
• Coordinate safety and compliance for all team members
• Maintain schedule of timelines and ensure completion

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Construction, Civil, or Architectural Engineering or Construction Management
• Minimum of two years related construction experience
• Detail orientation sufficient to organize and effectively manage multiple tasks
• Possess basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices
• Strong teamwork orientation, initiative, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Proven positive and professional attitude and customer service skills
• Current driver's license

A few benefits offered include:

• (for Non-Craft & Non-Union Craft working 25+ hours / week)
• Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage
• 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
• Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources
• Adoption Assistance

The base pay range for this role is $84,100 - $113,500. (actual range is higher for the following office locations: Denver, CO and Chicago, IL - 5%, Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR - 10%, Washington, D.C. - 12.5%).

Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual's knowledge, skills, and experience, with consideration given to internal equity. This position is eligible for Mortenson's incentive plan.

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Please make note:

Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.

Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.

ABOUT MORTENSON

As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact.

Let's Redefine Possible

Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.

Other Items to Note

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Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

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