Project Engineer

The Korte Company; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual discretionary bonus

Medical, dental, vision

FSA/HRA

Life insurance

Short/long-term disability

401(k)

Parental leave

Phone allowance

Paid vacation

Paid sick time

Company paid holidays

Job summary

The Korte Company is seeking a Construction Project Engineer to join our team in Las Vegas, NV. You will work within our Project Management Group to support project delivery and coordination with Project Managers.

Responsibilities include scheduling, RFIs/submittals, RFC tracking, and close-out procedures. Travel to jobsites is expected about once per month; 2 years of relevant experience and a CM/Engineering degree are preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Professional in actions and appearance.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Effective interactions with owners, subcontractors, employees and assistants.
• Strong computer skills; Proficiency with project software.

Responsibilities

• Assist with creation of the master project schedule including design, submittals, fabrication and construction activities.
• Facilitate information flow among Owners, Designers, Subcontractors and Field divisions.
• Assist Project Manager with and document project coordination meetings.
• Read contracts and plans to determine processing and completion procedures.
• Set schedules with Project Manager and expedite submittal review/approval process.
• Create and log RFIs and submittals; track RFC changes.
• Identify close-out procedures and develop checklists.
• Prepare warranty letters and operation manuals for owners.
• Travel to jobsites approximately monthly.

Skills

Organization & time management

Self-motivation

Prioritization & multitasking

Communication skills

Professional demeanor

Interpersonal with stakeholders

Computer skills

P6 experience

Education

Degree in Construction Management or related field

Tools

Primavera P6

Job description

The Korte Company is seeking a Construction Project Engineer to join our team in Las Vegas, NV to work within our Project Management Group. This position will be responsible for collaboration with our Project Managers to help facilitate all aspects of our project.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assist with creation of the master project schedule, while incorporating design, submittals, fabrication and construction activities
• Facilitate flow of information among Owners, Designers, Preconstruction, Quality Assurance, Subcontractors/Suppliers and Field divisions
• Assist Project Manager with and document project coordination meetings
• Read and interpret contracts, terms, provisions, estimates, agreements, set up sheets, reports, specifications and plans to determine processing and completion procedures
• Work with Project Manager to set schedules and expedite the submittal review/approval process
• Create, manage, process and log RFIs and submittals
• Track potential changes through the request for change (RFC) system
• Identify and document close-out procedures including a checklist
• Prepare and provide owner with warranty letters, maintenance and operation manuals
• Travel to jobsites approximately once per month

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

The characteristics listed below are representative of those sought to perform this job successfully.

• Strong organization and time management skills
• Self-starter and motivated with minimal supervision
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task within time constraints
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Professional in actions and appearance
• Effective interactions with owners, subcontractors, employees and assistants
• Strong computer skills
• Previous experience with P6 is preferred

EDUCATION + EXPERIENCE

Qualified applicants will have:

• Degree in Construction Management or Construction Engineering, Architecture, Civil or other related Engineering field
• 2 years’ experience in similar role is required

GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES

This role is part of the Project Management Career Path, and team members benefit from a structured Professional Development Plan (PDP) designed to support career growth.

Typical growth opportunities along this path include:

• Assistant Project Manager Project Manager Senior Project Manager

ABOUT THE KORTE COMPANY

The Korte Company was founded in 1958 on the belief that professionalism, quality and value added services are fundamental to a successful company. More than sixty years later, that philosophy has earned Korte the reputation for delivering high quality, responsive services to our clients nationwide. Korte pursues large construction projects from offices in St. Louis, MO, Highland, IL, and Las Ve gas, NV.

This position is eligible for our competitive pay and benefits package including annual discretionary bonus subject to company and individual performance. Additional comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, FSA/HRA, life, disability, 401(k), parental leave, phone allowance, vacation, sick time and company paid holidays. Role and compensation decisions are dependent on a variety of factors including education, qualifications, experience, skills, training, certifications, location, etc. The Korte Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.