Project Engineer

McGough Construction; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

McGough Construction is seeking an entry-level Project Engineer to support the project management team. The role focuses on assisting in PM tasks, documentation, and development of skills for advancing responsibilities.

The candidate should have a Bachelor's degree or 4 years of relevant experience, with preferred estimating or field experience and bilingual Spanish/English communication abilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or four years of relevant professional experience in lieu of a degree.
• Some internship, education or field experience preferred: estimating and field experience.
• Bilingual with ability to communicate in both Spanish and English.

Responsibilities

• Pursuit, Preconstruction and Business Development: assist pursuit team in understanding prospective projects and requirements.
• Scheduling: assist CPM scheduling and Last Planner system concepts.
• Project Documentation: review drawings and specs, manage RFIs and submittals.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Detail-oriented

Prioritization

Multi-tasking

Self-starter

Excel

Verbal and written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or 4 years of relevant experience

Tools

Excel

Job description

PROJECT ENGINEERThe Project Engineer position is an entry-level position in the project management career path. Responsibilities including: assisting in project management tasks as assigned by project management team and development of skills and progressively take on more responsibilities.QUALIFICATIONSRequired:Bachelor's degree or four years of relevant professional experience in lieu of a degreeSome Internship, education or field experiencePreferred:Estimating and field experienceScheduling experienceBilingual with the ability to communicate in both Spanish and EnglishSkills:Strong collaboration and communication skillsThorough and detail-orientedAbility to prioritize and multi-task within time constraintsSelf-starter and motivated with minimal supervisionStrong computer skills, including ExcelGood verbal and written communication skills and computer skills.CORE RESPONSIBILITIESPursuit, Preconstruction and Business DevelopmentAssist pursuit team in understanding prospective projects and requirementsParticipate in QA/AC page turn sessionsMcGough Self-Performed WorkUnderstand self-perform capabilitiesUnderstand warehouse equipment, rentals, small tools and servicesEstimating and BiddingPerform quantity take-offsAssist project team in soliciting and reviewing subcontractor bidsAssist in performing trade scope reviewsSchedulingAssist superintendent and project manager with Critical Path Method (CPM) schedulingLearn and understand Last Planner systemParticipate in daily/weekly work planningProject DocumentationReview all drawings and specificationsUpload/Download electronic documents and create shortcutsDraft and process Requests for Information (RFI)Review and process shop drawings/submittalsParticipate in BIM coordination meetingsAssist in obtaining any LEED documentationSubcontract ManagementAssist project team in reviewing and processing subcontractor change requestsAssist project team in reviewing subcontractor invoicesCost ControlUnderstand change document types and appropriate uses (CCDs, PRs, ASIs, etc.)Assist superintendent in tracking labor costsAssist superintendent with material procurement and cost codingCollect and report cost history data as directedProject MeetingsAttend all project and company safety meetingsAttend foreman’s meetings and draft meeting minutesAttend construction coordination meetings and draft meeting minutesParticipate in start-up meetingsParticipate in PACE meetingsPost-ConstructionParticipate in punchlist process and monitor progressAssist superintendent and project manager in preparing final as-built plans and documentationOther ResponsibilitiesActively contribute as a member of the North Dakota Regional Team, collaborating to support shared goals and objectivesParticipate in company business development activities (client functions, design firm open houses, conferences, etc.)Establish relationships with clients, architects, engineers, consultants and subcontractorsAttend and participate in project management and other company meetingsAttend any training – personal and/or professional development – that is relevant to the positionAttend company-sponsored eventsSupport and follow standard of workParticipate in Lean events and support the McGough WayOther responsibilities as assignedOFFICE AND TRAVELRegular travel to jobsites is necessaryPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:The physical requirements listed here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Position involves sitting for extended periods of time at employee’s work station and during meetings as well as while traveling, either by plane or car. Employee needs to be able to lift up to 20 pounds as frequently as needed to move objects; dexterity to write and manipulate computer keyboard and mouse; ability to hear and speak clearly; and ability to distinguish between colors on graphs and charts.Occasionally, employee will be required to visit construction jobsites which may expose the employee to dirt, dust, uneven surfaces, outdoor weather conditions and extreme temperatures.