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JE Dunn Construction; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional Non-Union benefits

Job summary

JE Dunn Construction seeks a Project Engineer 1 to support construction and field execution on projects using company standards, processes, resources and tools. You will help manage punch lists, self-perform work and learn through the project lifecycle.

The role emphasizes safety, quality, and collaboration with foremen, supervisors and the project team. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience is acceptable, with on-site responsibilities and travel as required.

Qualifications

• Must be able to perform work accurately and completely, and in a timely manner
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency in MS Office and related tools
• Knowledge of organizational structure and available resources
• Knowledge of Lean process and philosophy
• Awareness of construction technology
• Understanding of means and methods of construction management
• Knowledge of self-perform and labor productivity
• Ability to assess and optimize project productivity
• Knowledge of specific trades and scopes of work
• Ability to build relationships and collaborate within a team

Responsibilities

• Learn and participate in safety and quality plans and culture
• Participate in QA/QC planning for quality of tasks
• Assist in estimating and change management processes
• Support on-site tasks with project team (materials, manpower, equipment)
• Assist with punch lists, inspections, safety reviews and documentation
• Post drawings and specifications with latest information
• Organize meetings and disseminate required documents
• Prepare reports: daily/weekly progress, manpower, schedules
• Perform site observations and provide feedback to leadership
• Create procurement logs and track shop drawings and deliveries
• Provide progress updates to support scheduling
• Assist in project close-out activities and manuals
• Apply Lean practices to regular activities
• Identify and develop self-perform opportunities

Skills

Verbal and written communication

MS Office proficiency

Lean process knowledge

Construction management fundamentals

Organizational awareness

Self-perform and labor productivity

Means and methods of construction

Team collaboration

Project productivity optimization

Trades knowledge

Accurate and timely work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering or related field

Equivalent relevant experience considered

Job description

Best People + Right Culture. These are the driving forces behind JE Dunn’s success.

By hiring inspired people, giving them interesting and challenging work, enabling them with innovative tools, and letting them share in the company’s rewards, we’ve found a sustainable way to grow in our industry for the last 100+ years.

Role Summary

The Project Engineer 1 will complete and support construction and field execution responsibilities for construction projects utilizing construction fundamentals and company best practice standards, processes, resources and tools.

This position will be responsible for implementing and carrying out many facets of the construction process such as general construction management, punch lists and executing self-perform work, in order to understand the building process and how JE Dunn executes projects. All activities will be performed in support of the strategy, vision and values of JE Dunn.

• Autonomy and Decision Making: Makes decisions on assigned area of responsibility, provides recommendations and refers exceptions to supervisor, as needed.
• Career Path: Project Engineer 2

Key Role Responsibilities - Core

PROJECT ENGINEERING FAMILY - CORE

• Learns and actively participates in all aspects of the company’s safety and quality plans and culture by demonstrating commitment to an injury-free environment through individual actions and mentoring others.
• Participates with project QA/QC planning to ensure quality for assigned tasks.
• Learns and participates in the estimating and change management process and tools, including quantity take-off and review of subcontractor proposals.
• Works on site with the project team to support a variety of tasks such as monitoring crew size, self-perform hours, materials, quantity and equipment.
• Participates in activities such as punch lists, city inspections, safety reviews, quality reviews and preparation of the necessary documentation.
• Posts drawings and specifications with most recent information.
• Organizes and participates in various project meetings. Prepares and disseminates required documentation as appropriate.
• Participates and prepares a variety of reports including project daily reports, weekly progress reports, unit reporting, percentage complete, daily manpower, production schedules, equipment tracking, etc., in order to support the project.
• Performs periodic job site observations with project leadership.
• Creates procurement logs based on the project schedule and specification requirements. Tracks shop drawings and follows up with deliveries as directed by the project team.
• Provides progress updates and reports back to the project team to support the scheduling process.
• Supports the close out of projects, including but not limited to the punch list, operations and maintenance manuals, as-built drawings, etc.
• Utilizes company best practice standards and fundamentals for building and construction techniques.
• Builds relationships and develops communication and interpersonal skills with tradespeople and project team members such as foreman, journeymen, superintendents, subcontractors, etc.
• Develops an understanding about the various functions and support roles across the company and how each contributes to the success of a project.
• Collaborates and demonstrates teamwork in project setting.
• Learns and incorporates Lean practices into regular activities.
• Learns about best practices for identifying, developing and integrating self-perform opportunities into the project.

Key Role Responsibilities - Additional Core

N/A

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to perform work accurately and completely, and in a timely manner
• Communication skills, verbal and written
• Proficiency in MS Office
• Knowledge of organizational structure and available resources
• Knowledge of Lean process and philosophy
• Knowledge of required construction technology
• Ability to apply fundamentals of the means and methods of construction management
• Knowledge of self-perform and labor productivity
• Ability to assess and optimize project productivity
• Knowledge of specific trades and scopes of work
• Ability to build relationships and collaborate within a team, internally and externally

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering or related field
• In lieu of the above requirements, equivalent relevant experience will be considered.

Experience

• Entry level construction experience

Working Environment

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• May require periods of travel and/or relocation
• Must be willing to work non-traditional hours to meet project needs
• May be exposed to extreme conditions (hot or cold)
• Frequent activity: Standing, Walking, Climbing, Bending, Reaching above Shoulder, Pushing, Pulling
• Occasional activity: Sitting, Viewing Computer Screen

Benefits Information

The benefits package aligned to this position is Professional Non-Union.

This role is expected to accept applications for at least three business days and may continue to be posted until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

JE Dunn Construction is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. JE Dunn Construction is a background screening, drug-free workplace.

JE Dunn provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation in order to apply for a job, please submit your request to [e-mail].

JE Dunn Construction Company does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of JE Dunn Construction without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of JE Dunn Construction Company. Please, no phone calls or emails.

This role is expected to accept applications for at least three business days and may continue to be posted until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

JE Dunn Construction is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. JE Dunn Construction is a background screening, drug-free workplace.

JE Dunn provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation in order to apply for a job, please submit your request to [e-mail].

JE Dunn Construction Company does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of JE Dunn Construction without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of JE Dunn Construction Company. Please, no phone calls or emails.