Project Engineer

WESTLAND CONSTRUCTION, INC.; Saint George (UT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Westland Construction, Inc. is seeking a Project Engineer II to support the project team in delivering medium-scale projects. You will help set up, maintain, and close out projects in the software suite and coordinate RFIs, submittals, and contract changes.

The role emphasizes on-site coordination, safety adherence, progress tracking, and collaborative problem solving with the Superintendent and Project Manager. Ideal candidates have a Construction Management background and OSHA 30 certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Business Management, related field, or equivalent.
• 1-3 years of experience in commercial construction preferred.
• OSHA 30 hour certification.

Responsibilities

• Contributes to the development and completion of assigned projects.
• Responsible for project set-up, maintenance, and closeout in selected software
• Coordinates with the project team regarding RFIs, submittals, contract modifications, and changes.
• Performs SWPP inspections.
• Captures project progress through schedule updates.
• Create and maintain units in place to track progress of subcontractors on-site.
• Create and maintain punch lists for subcontractors and project completion.
• Maintains close out documents, close out log, training videos, and organize and submit red line drawings.
• Analyzes processes to improve efficiency, increase quality, and reduce costs.
• Understands and adheres to safety requirements and protocols.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Verbal and written communication

Organizational skills

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field

OSHA 30 hour certification

Tools

Project management software

Job description

Under the direction of the Project Manager, the Project Engineer II is responsible to work with the project team to ensure the Superintendent has the means and methods to successfully complete medium scale projects of various size and type.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Contributes to the development and completion of assigned projects.
• Responsible for project set-up, maintenance, and closeout in selected software
• Coordinates with the project team in regards to RFIs, submittals, contract modifications, and other changes to the project.
• Performs SWPP inspections
• Captures project progress through schedule updates.
• Create and maintain units in place to track progress of subcontractors on-site.
• Create and maintain punch list for subcontractors and project completion
• Maintains close out documents, close out log, training videos, and organize and submit red line drawings.
• Analyzes processes and systems to identify ways to improve efficiency, increase quality, and reduce costs.
• Understands and adheres to safety requirements and protocols.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Advances experience with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Strong understanding of various project software systems
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work individually and in a team environment and coordinate with project team on a regular basis.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Business Management, related field, or equivalent experience in a similar role.
• 1 -3 years of experience in commercial construction preferred.
• OSHA 30 hour certification

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Ability to maneuver on a commercial project site and lift up to 25 pounds.