Project Engineer

Mortenson

Salt Lake City (UT)

On-site

USD 84,100 - 126,100

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Vision coverage

401k match

Paid time off

Life, AD&D, disability insurance

Mental health resources

Adoption assistance

Job summary

Mortenson is seeking a Project Engineer to oversee the review, analysis, management, and resolution of field coordination issues with project team members and participants. This position offers opportunities at levels 1 and 2, with compensation determined by experience and location.

Responsibilities include interpreting project plans for subcontractors, managing permits, maintaining logs, handling RFIs/submittals/Change Orders, and ensuring schedule alignment.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil or Architectural Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent experience.
Detail-oriented with ability to manage multiple project tasks.
Basic understanding of construction law and business practices.
Strong teamwork, initiative, communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, project, and relevant web applications.
Ability to interpret Mortenson policies and communicate them clearly.
Active listening and effective communication, open to diverse input.

Responsibilities

Interpret project plans, specifications, and details for subcontractors and craft persons.
Implement pre-construction quality plan and manage construction permits.
Develop and maintain material tracking lists and inspection logs.
Manage, create, and distribute contract documents, including RFIs and correspondence.
Oversee testing and inspection processes with a three-phase system.
Manage submittals, ensuring timely processing and schedule alignment.
Coordinate subcontractor details, including insurance verification and final payments.
Develop RFIs and Change Orders, update as-built documents.
Build relationships across diverse backgrounds and levels.
Lead team members with coaching, feedback, and performance management.

Skills

Bachelor's degree

Detail-oriented

Construction law basics

Teamwork

Microsoft Office

Policy interpretation

Active listening

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction, Civil or Architectural Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Job description

Mortenson is currentlyseekingaProject Engineerto oversee thereview, analysis, management, and resolution of field coordination issues with project team members andparticipants.

This position offers opportunities at both levels 1 and 2, allowing candidates to apply based on their experience and qualifications.Compensation for this role isdeterminedbased on factors such as experience and location.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Interpret project plans, specifications, and details for subcontractors and craft persons
Implement pre-construction quality plan and manage construction permits
Develop andmaintainMaterial Tracking List, Project Test and Inspection Listing, Concrete Placement Log, Non-Conformance Report
Manage, create, and distribute contract documents, including RFIs and correspondence
Oversee testing and inspection processes, implementing a three-phase inspection system
Manage submittals, ensuringtimelyprocessing and alignment with project schedule
Coordinate subcontractor details, including insurance verification and final payment requests
Develop and distribute RFIs and Change Orders, updating as-built construction documents
Build relationships across diverse backgrounds and organizational levels
Lead team members by example, providing coaching, feedback, and performance management

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil or Architectural Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent experience
Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple project tasks
Basic understanding of construction law and business practices
Strong teamwork, initiative, communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills
Proficiencyin Microsoft Office, project, and relevant web applications
Ability to interpret and communicate Mortenson policies
Active listening and effective communication skills, open to diverse input and feedback

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Two years of related experience

The base pay range for this role is $84,100 Min- $113,500 Max

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Three years of related experience

The base pay range for this role is $93,400 Min- $126,100 Max

(Actual range is higher for the following office locations: Denver, CO and Chicago, IL – 5%, Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR – 10%, Washington, D.C. – 12.5%).

Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual’s knowledge, skills, and experience, with consideration given to internal equity. This position is eligible for Mortenson’s incentive plan.

A few benefits offered include:

(for Non-Craft & Non-Union Craft working 25+ hours / week)

Medical and prescription drug plans that includes noadditionalcost vision coverage
401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
No-Cost mental health tool and conciergewith extensive work-life resources
Adoption Assistance

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Please make note:

Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.

Ourpostingsare typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of44 days.

ABOUT MORTENSON

As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), ourexpertisespans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact.

Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed toprovidingequal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, maritalstatusor any other legally protected category.

Other Items to Note

Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations. No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement.

Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.).We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visaat this time.

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