Project Engineer

Vulcan Materials Company; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Project Engineer to join their dynamic team in Nashville, TN. This role involves designing and managing engineering projects that contribute to building America's infrastructure. You will oversee project scopes, cost estimates, and schedules while ensuring safety and compliance standards are met. With a commitment to employee development and a strong company culture, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the construction materials industry. Join a team where your contributions help shape the future and ensure a safe, efficient work environment.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Paid Maternity Leave

Paid Paternity Leave

Training and Development Programs

Qualifications

• 5+ years of engineering experience in heavy industrial environments.
• PE license required for this engineering role.

Responsibilities

• Design and stamp drawings for steel structures and foundations.
• Provide field supervision and inspection services on projects.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Structural Engineering

Project Management

Problem Solving

Interpersonal Communication

Analytical Skills

Leadership Skills

Organizational Skills

Safety Awareness

Education

BS in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Inventor

Advanced Steel

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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Build Your Career. Build America's Future.

Vulcan Materials Company is the nation’s largest producer of construction aggregates and a major producer of aggregates-based construction materials including asphalt and ready-mixed concrete. When you join Vulcan, it’s more than starting an exciting career – you get to make a difference for millions of people every day across the country.

When you join Vulcan, you join a dynamic culture in which career development is encouraged, excellence is rewarded and diversity is valued. No matter the role or the location across the country, every member of the Vulcan team lives through the Vulcan Way: doing the right thing, the right way, at the right time. At Vulcan Materials, we believe that the heart of our success lies in the strength of our engagement, our connection, and our commitment to developing our people.

We are looking for a Project Engineer (with a Civil or Structural Engineering background) for our Central Division, based in the Nashville, TN market.

What You'll Do:

• Design. Develop, and stamp as required, drawings for steel structures supporting processing equipment, foundations, and site plans, including those required for NPDES permits and SPCC plans. Large projects will require providing a comprehensive general arrangement drawing to third parties who will complete design and provide detailed drawings. Smaller projects will require providing complete drawings sets internally. Assist in the development of, and adherence to, design standards.
• Inspect. Provides field supervision/inspection services on construction and heavy maintenance projects. Conduct structural inspections and make recommendations for repairs and replacements as required.
• Manage Projects. Prepare project scopes, cost estimates, and schedules. Follow through on project completion and ensure objectives are met. Provide updates to various project stakeholders.
• Represent the Company. Represents the company to industry associations, government officials, and public agencies.
• Champion Safety. Assist Safety and Health Department in developing training for structural inspections. Provide guidance on maintaining structural integrity.
• Additional Responsibilities. Other duties as assigned.
• Travel. Varies based on projects up to 20%.

Skills You'll Need:

• Education. BS degree in Civil or Structural Engineering. Other Engineering degrees considered with substantial civil/structural/project experience.
• License. A PE license is required.
• Experience. 5+ years of engineering and related experience with experience in a heavy industrial or mining environment. Strong familiarity with engineering software tools, methodologies, and best practices. Proven ability to complete projects according to outlined scope, budget, and timeline.
• Must have competent knowledge of concrete and steel design, building codes, and construction practices.
• Experience with project scoping and estimating.
• Experience in the mining industry and or other similar material handling fields is desired.
• Experience with mine processing equipment, pumping equipment, and fundamental electrical knowledge is desired.
• Experience with managing projects of varying scale and complexity is desired.
• Leadership Skills. Acts decisively and supports all aspects of the company to work together to accomplish the objectives, vision, mission, and values of Vulcan. Trusts and allows people to do their job, holding them accountable for the full extent of their responsibilities. Develops innovative solutions to problems by trying non-obvious or non-traditional approaches.
• Organizational Skills. Identifies and defines clear short-term goals and/or work outcomes that are required to implement strategic goals.
• Problem Solving. Proven ability to solve problems creatively and effectively. Detail oriented. Follows through with commitments and solves problems in a timely fashion. Deals skillfully and promptly with new situations. Ask a series of probing questions to go beyond surface issues and fully understand the components of a problem and its root causes.
• Analytical Skills. Verifies assumptions or interpretations by checking with credible sources or through first-hand observation and data-gathering.
• Computer Skills. Advanced skills using AutoCAD, Inventor, Advanced Steel, or similar software, for design. Structural analysis software experience preferred. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Interpersonal Communication. Must possess strong interpersonal skills and must be extremely resourceful. Communicates clearly and listens carefully in an open, candid, and consistent manner.
• High Integrity. Acts with unyielding integrity and honesty in business transactions, promoting company policies and holding self and other employees accountable, keeping promises and commitments. Honor your commitments to yourself and others. Acknowledging and correcting your own mistakes. Taking full ownership to address and fix problems vs. deflecting blame to others.
• Safety-Oriented. Sets a safety tone for all activities; and upholds the highest standards for protecting people and the environment.

What You’ll Like About Us:

Great Company Culture. Our people share a competitive drive for excellence in an environment of trust, teamwork, open-mindedness, and communication.

Safe. The industry leader in health and safety standards. We are committed to creating a safe work environment and protecting all employees and customers.

Meaningful Work. What sets us apart is the work we do impacts our daily lives – and every employee contributes. Our aggregates produced are used to build roads, schools, hospitals, airports, and housing throughout the United States.

Health Benefits. Medical, Dental, and Vision programs, plus much more.

Rest and Relaxation. Paid vacation, personal floating days, and paid holidays.

Prepare for the Future. 401(k) with company match and contribution.

Training and Development. We see our development programs and helping our employees meet their goals as a key part of our business.

Vulcan Materials Company is committed to employing a diverse workforce. You will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability. You also have the right to be free from discrimination for medical needs arising from pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Project Management

• Industries

  Mining

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