Project Engineer

James G. Davis Construction Corp.; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 78,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Annual bonus

Paid time off

Retirement plan (401k, ESOP)

On-site fitness center

Auto allowance/Company vehicle

Job summary

DAVIS Construction in the Mid-Atlantic region is seeking a Project Engineer to support the project team with daily construction management, safety, scheduling, estimating, and contract administration on-site.

The role develops and coordinates on-site engineering activities, maintains contract documents and look-ahead schedules, and assists in trade management and closeout. A bachelor’s degree in a related field is required, LEED knowledge is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field, or equivalent construction experience.
• Knowledge of engineering and construction PM principles, including safety standards.
• Experience with project management and scheduling software.
• Sustainable building experience or knowledge (LEED) a plus; CPR/First Aid, OSHA 30-hour, WELL, ILFI, LEED a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with cost estimates, quantity take-offs, and preliminary schedules.
• Assist with trade management and review of trade partner work tickets.
• Prepare and manage contract documents, RFIs, submittals, change orders, and logs.
• Maintain contract documents and 'as-builts' and enforce the safety program.
• Support project closeout including punch list and final documentation.

Skills

Project management

Scheduling

Cost management

Safety management

Trade coordination

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Equivalent construction experience

Tools

Microsoft Project

Estimating software

Contract management tools

Job description

At DAVIS, we're redefining the way people experience construction by building success for all.

SUMMARY:

The Project Engineer is responsible for assisting the Project Team with the daily management and execution of the construction process. This role will assist in safety management, cost management, site management, contracting, scheduling, estimating, and contract administration functions to help ensure successful completion of the project. The role plans, develops, coordinates, and manages onsite construction engineering activities for projects.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or a related field, or equivalent construction experience Knowledge of principles and practices of engineering and construction project management, including safety standards Demonstrated ability to understand and learn technical systems and processes Project management and scheduling software experience Sustainable building experience (such as LEED certified projects) or knowledge of sustainable building practices a plus Certifications / accreditations (CPR / First Aid, OSHA 30-hour, WELL, ILFI, LEED) a plus.

TECHNICAL JOB KNOWLEDGE:

Prepares cost estimates and quantity take-offs, generates scopes of work, and prepares preliminary schedules and site logistics Assists with trade management and reviewing trade partner work tickets Assists with the three-week look-ahead schedules Creates and maintains tracking logs for contract documents, submittals, shop drawings, RFIs, change orders, and material deliveries Prepares subcontract agreements, purchase orders, and assists in the issuance of change proposals and change orders Creates and manages quality control and deficiency logs Maintains a complete, current, and accurate set of contract documents and "as-builts" Enforces the DAVIS Safety program and participates in safety walks Assists in the management of the project closeout process, including preparing and completing job closeout checklists and managing the project punch list process.

CORE COMPETENCIES FOR THE ROLE:

Autonomy + Accountability Uses existing procedures to solve routine or standard problems Receives instruction, guidance and direction from others Accountable for work within own role only, but work completed impacts team and / or projects Business Impact Impacts own team and adjacent teams Uses discretion to make improvements to existing processes and solutions to achieve results or improve efficiency Assists in basic business development tasks Talent Development Acts as a resource for team members with less experience May lead small projects with manageable risks and resource requirements Problem Solving + Resiliency Recognizes and solves typical problems that can occur in own work project / department with minimal oversight Evaluates and selects solutions from established options and employs creativity to develop new options for consideration

DAVIS CORE VALUES:

TRUST Excellence in Service – Fulfilling our clients’ highest expectations Inclusion – Ensuring a culture of respect and acceptance, where all employees have a sense of purpose and belonging Integrity – Exhibiting honesty and fairness while holding ourselves accountable for our actions Building Relationships – Creating and maintaining strong partnerships through leadership, creative solutions and hard work

The base salary (or hourly) range for this position is $78,000.00 - $90,000.00

DAVIS is committed to providing our employees with a competitive total compensation package that enhances your quality of life. DAVIS offers a 100% employer-paid health care plan (to include family), life insurance, short- and long-term disability benefits, and an annual contribution to your HSA. DAVIS also offers annual incentive bonus, paid time off + annual holidays, financial benefits (401(k), Roth, and ESOP), FSAs, fertility and family-forming assistance, and continuing education. Additional benefits include Employee Assistance Program (EAP), on-site fitness center, and parental leave. Eligible employees are provided a company vehicle or an auto allowance to support business activities. The compensation and benefits information are provided as of the date of this posting. Benefits and incentive compensation may be subject to applicable eligibility. DAVIS reserves the right to modify compensation and benefits at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

At DAVIS, our vision is to build a culture that is innovative, connected, and balanced. Join us at DAVIS to build a career that is innovative, connected and balanced.

Founded in 1966, DAVIS Construction is a general contractor in the Midatlantic region, building over one billion dollars' worth of construction a year, including some of the region's most complex and notable projects, across 11 diverse market sectors. Consistently ranked as an industry leader both nationally and locally, DAVIS has been recognized for 18 consecutive years as one of the area's Best Places to Work by the Washington Business Journal.