Project Engineer

ZTEX Construction; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ZTEX Construction in El Paso seeks a Project Engineer to support project managers, coordinate planning, budgets, and schedules for civil works including earthwork, concrete and utilities.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree in construction management or civil engineering, 2–3 years’ experience, strong computer skills, bilingual English/Spanish, and the ability to manage multiple disciplines safely and effectively.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, civil engineering or related field.
• 2–3 years of experience in the construction industry.
• Excellent computer literacy and knowledge of design/visualization software.
• Ability to work with multiple discipline projects.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; bilingual English/Spanish.
• Knowledge of project management, construction methods, safety and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Manager daily with planning and coordination.
• Prepare and manage purchase orders and subcontractor agreements.
• Scan and file receipts, tickets, etc.
• Review and process field time sheets.
• Photograph and document work areas as needed.
• Use CM software to track costs and report progress.
• Deliver paperwork and payments to locations in El Paso.
• Perform takeoffs and quantify plans as needed.
• Coordinate material orders/deliveries with vendors.

Skills

Project engineering

Bilingual English/Spanish

Time management

Leadership

Communication

Multi-discipline coordination

Documentation

Safety management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management or civil engineering

Tools

Construction management software

Takeoff software

Job description

ZTEX Construction is a heavy civil contractor specializing in earthwork, concrete, asphalt paving, underground utilities, and overall project management. We are locally owned, and we are always in search of talented Project Engineers, who are looking to grow and join a dynamic and rewarding team. The ideal candidate will be very knowledgeable in project engineering within the construction industry, willing to learn, take initiative, positive and committed to excellence.

Job Summary

Project Engineer follows duties and responsibilities as assigned by Project Manager(s).These may include items related to assisting in managing, planning and coordinating technical engineering initiative to make sure the project is within their budget and according to a schedule. Ensure projects uphold standards, developing project implementation plans and adjusting specifications for elements of a project.

Duties and Responsibilities

Project Engineer will assist with tasks and duties as requested by Project Manager and/or Operations Manager.

• Assisting project manager on a daily basis
• Preparing and managing purchase orders and subcontractor agreements.
• Assist with scanning and filing receipts, tickets, etc.
• Assist with review and process of time sheets from field employees.
• Photograph and document work areas as needed.
• Use of construction management software to track and report cost related to construction project.
• Deliver documentation, paperwork, payments to different locations around El Paso.
• Perform Takeoffs and quantifications of plans as needed.
• Coordinate orders and deliveries of materials with different vendors.

Knowledge, Education, Skills and Abilities

• A bachelor’s degree in construction management, civil engineering or related field of study.
• Minimum 2-3 years' experience in the construction industry.
• Excellent computer literacy and knowledge of design and visualization software.
• Ability to work with multiple discipline projects.
• Excellent organizational, time management, leadership and decision-making skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be bilingual English/Spanish.
• Knowledge of applicable codes, policies standards and best practices in the following areas:
  • Project management
  • Construction methods and procedures
  • Process improvement.
  • Technical understanding
  • Documentation skills
  • Safety management

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

Must be able to stand, walk, sit for long periods of time.

Must be able to lift, push or pull up to 50lbs.

Must be work in a variety of weather conditions with exposure to the indoor & outdoor elements, heat/cold temperatures, wind, rain, blowing dust

Able to work around moving equipment and tolerate loud noise levels.

Able to walk on uneven surfaces.

Must be able to work overtime, weekends and holidays.

*This is an evergreen positing which means it will stay open continuously and will not close. However, if at the time of application we do not have any open positions, we will keep your application active for 4 months from the time of application.

Additional Qualifying Factors

As a condition of employment, you will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screening and physical screening. If applicable to the contract, you may also be required to submit through a background check. Must have reliable transportation to/from work, and must have a valid driver's license at time of application.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

ZTEX Construction Inc., is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender, or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

We participate in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.

We are a drug free workplace.