Heavy Civil Project Engineer: Field Scheduling & Compliance

Whitaker Construction; Magna (UT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Whitaker Construction seeks a Project Engineer to monitor activities on assigned sites, review drawings, manage RFIs, submittals, and scheduling, and ensure compliance with codes and plans. You will coordinate with Foreman, PM, and vendors to meet timelines and budgets.

Ideal candidates have a construction or civil engineering background, strong communication, and experience with Viewpoint/Primavera P6. This on-site Utah role offers growth in a family-owned contractor environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering, or the equivalent education/experience.
• 3-5 years prior construction site work experience is a plus. Specific earthwork/utility experience preferred.
• Knowledge of field concepts, practices, and procedures related to commercial construction.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with all levels from client, management, to workers and sub-contractors.
• Ability to understand plans and specifications.
• Attention to detail and ability to recognize and correct discrepancies.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to do whatever it takes to get the job done.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment, as well as independently.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Utilize Viewpoint, Primavera P6 scheduling software, Bid2Win, etc.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to get to and from work.

Responsibilities

• Champion the Company’s Vision, Mission and Core Values in every action and decision you are part of: Value Safety, Embrace Ownership, Be Honorable and Elevate Team!
• Provide technical support and direction to Foreman, Superintendent, and Project Manager regarding project material controls including delivery dates, construction schedules and design requirements to ensure additional costs are minimized.
• Engage in pre-construction meeting(s) (internal and external). Thoroughly understand the scope of the project, identify the project participants, keep updated contact information, and ensure a consistent cadence for communicating with the project team.
• Thoroughly understand job scope and job specifications to ensure accuracy in construction methods. Respond to field inquiries concerning project plans etc.
• Maintain control of all project documents/folder and installation records.
• Create, manage, and track RFI’s from the field to the Engineer of record.
• Coordinates and maintains special inspection documentation for the project(s).
• Create and ensure compliance with all regulations to include Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan/Notice of Intent and all other required permitting and compliance documents.
• Responsible for submittals received from subcontractors. Provide submittals to the Engineer(s)Project Owners(s) for approval. Ensure the scope of work meets the plans and specifications.
• Facilitates project change order management process to include, change order creation, change order negotiation between Project Manager and Owner.
• Maintain and distribute project plans/revisions to field and subcontracted personnel.
• Update project schedules. Submit weekly budget projections in collaboration with the project manager and job accountant.
• Assist Project Accountant/PM with monthly subcontractor billings, pay applications, budgets, and forecasting job costs.
• Provide regular updates and stats relative to materials/quantities etc. Help ensure the scorecard per job is accurate and up to date.
• Maintain regular communication related project progress, which include taking meeting minutes, agenda creation, communicating to vendors and suppliers, responding to e-mails, and writing progress reports to the project team.
• Creating and distributing project closeout material, O&M manuals, and redlines to owner once project is complete.
• Assists the project team with site safety documentation and coordination.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Excellent written and verbal沟通

MS Word Excel Outlook

Scheduling software knowledge

Valid driver’s license

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Tools

Viewpoint

Primavera P6

Bid2Win

Job description

Whitaker Construction seeks a Project Engineer to monitor activities on assigned sites, review drawings, manage RFIs, submittals, and scheduling, and ensure compliance with codes and plans. You will coordinate with Foreman, PM, and vendors to meet timelines and budgets.

Ideal candidates have a construction or civil engineering background, strong communication, and experience with Viewpoint/Primavera P6. This on-site Utah role offers growth in a family-owned contractor environment.