Energy Storage-Traveling Project Engineer I (CA)

Mortenson; United States; On-site; USD 84,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and prescription drug plans

Dental plan

401k retirement plan with Mortenson’s

Paid time off & holidays

Life, AD&D, and disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption Assistance

Gym Membership Discount Program

Job summary

Mortenson is seeking an experienced Project Engineer I for its Energy Storage group. The role involves reviewing plans, coordinating field activities, and ensuring quality through multiple construction processes across a traveler role based in CA, TX, AZ, OK, NM, UT, OH, or CO.

Requirements include a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, at least two years of construction experience, strong teamwork and communication, and a valid driver's license.

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.
• Understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices.
• Strong teamwork, initiative, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Current driver's license.

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.
• Define 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.
• 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.
• Coordinate safety and compliance for all team members.
• Maintain schedule of timelines and ensure completion.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Problem-solving

Initiative

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction/Civil/Architectural Eng or Construction Management

Job description

SUMMARY

Mortenson is currently seeking an experienced Project Engineer I in our Energy Storage group 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.

This is a full-time traveler role and can be based in one of the following locations: CA, TX, AZ, OK, NM, UT, OH, and CO. The final location will be determined by candidate preference and business needs.

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
• Issue submittal requirement letters
• 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 neededCoordinate 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

BENEFITS

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
• Dental plan
• 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
• Tuition reimbursement
• Adoption Assistance
• Gym Membership Discount Program

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.

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

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