On-Site Project Engineer I: Construction & QA Lead

Mortenson; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 84,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & vision plans

Dental plan

401k retirement plan with Mortenson-m

Paid time off

Life/AD&D and disability insurance

Mental health resources

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Gym membership discount

Job summary

Mortenson is seeking an experienced Project Engineer I to interact with staff at all levels, reviewing and resolving field coordination issues. This full-time role is based on a Minnesota project site with most work within a 90-mile radius of the Minneapolis office, and some travel may be required.

The successful candidate will interpret plans for subcontractors, implement quality plans, manage submittals, RFIs, and change orders, and mentor field engineers as part of a dynamic project team.

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.

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

Skills

Detail orientation

Teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

Customer service

Professional attitude

Driver's license

Education

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

Job description

Mortenson is seeking an experienced Project Engineer I to interact with staff at all levels, reviewing and resolving field coordination issues. This full-time role is based on a Minnesota project site with most work within a 90-mile radius of the Minneapolis office, and some travel may be required.

The successful candidate will interpret plans for subcontractors, implement quality plans, manage submittals, RFIs, and change orders, and mentor field engineers as part of a dynamic project team.