Project Engineer

Primary Talent Partners; West Wheatfield Township (PA); On-site; USD 84,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ACA-compliant supplemental package

Job summary

Primary Talent Partners has a contract opening for a Project Engineer to join a gas and electric company in Wheatfield, IN. This is a 12-month contract with potential extensions. The role requires regular field presence and coordination with the construction team.

The candidate will oversee performance, cost, scope, schedule, and quality, while managing invoices, change orders, and project controls. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential for success in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Construction Management Degree preferred.
• 3–5+ years of related field experience.
• Experience with large complex projects with labor and non-labor costs.
• Experience with power plants or heavy industrial projects is a plus.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Report to base of operation with field assignments a minimum of 5 days per week to support the project.
• Support project execution with fluctuating working hours to meet timelines.
• Provide oversight and contract adherence for performance, cost, scope, schedule, and quality.
• Monitor contract performance and ensure milestones are met.
• Assist the on-site construction management team for field execution.
• Inspect sites to ensure conformance to plans, specs, and safety standards.

Skills

Construction management

Project scheduling

Cost control

Contract administration

Reading plans & specs

Leadership

Education

B.S. in Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Primary Talent Partners has a new contract opening for a Project Engineer to join a gas and electric company in Wheatfield, IN. This is a 12-month contract to start with the potential for extensions.

Pay

$61.00 - $71.00/hr; W2 contract, no PTO, no Benefits. ACA-compliant supplemental package available for enrollment. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States and must be able to sit on Primary Talent Partners W2 without sponsorship.

Description

• Report to the designated base of operation including field assignment at a minimum 5 days per week to support the project (role may include additional support, based on project timeline)
• Support the project based on fluctuating working hours to support execution and project timelines
• Provide oversight and determine contract adherence for performance, cost, scope, schedule, and quality
• Routinely monitoring contract performance to ensure contractual obligations are fulfilled and key contract milestones are met
• Analyze and understand plans, specifications, and quality requirements
• Support on-site construction management team for field execution
• Inspects construction site to monitor progress and ensure conformance to engineering plans, specifications, and construction/safety standards
• Supervise and coordinates submittal process and working drawings requirements.
• Prepare or directs preparation and modification of reports, specifications, plans, environmental impact studies, and designs for the project as necessary
• Provide contract interpretation and clarification
• Maintain and update project schedules by updating monthly schedules with the assistance of the construction manager or project scheduler
• Understand cost and productivity data
• Maintain, verify, and report cost and income quantities for work performed
• Review, approve, and submit progress billings
• Analyze, prepare, and maintain and monitor job costs
• Work with construction management team to control job costs and production budget
• Prepare and audit accurate and timely monthly cost, income, and cash flow projections
• Execute and approve invoices
• Coordinate, price, and assist Lead Project Manager in commercial tasks, such as change orders and claims
• Respond to issues quickly; proactive in problem solving; handles multiple tasks
• Manage time and organizes office and filing system efficiently; organizes and maintains accurate project correspondence files
• Prepare quality control procedures (work controlling documents) and review other department procedures for compliance and/or correctness.
• Prepare, issue, and implement quality control (assurance) in compliance with owner contract and company requirements.
• Perform activities such as audits, preparation of quality problems, etc.
• Act as liaison with suppliers and internal/external stakeholders on quality related matters as required
• Insure adequate corrective measures are implemented in case on noncompliance.
• Prepare and maintain agendas, meeting minutes, and action items logs for weekly project update meetings
• Assist in development and review of executive update presentations
• Assist in review of project schedule and forecast to support project controls
• Assist in drafting RFI and Client responses
• Assist logistics specialist as needed to support the review and inventory of materials and equipment
• Assist with the Project Manager’s daily activities as needed (communications matrix, procurement activities, project management documents, lessons learned, etc.)

Qualifications

• Construction Management Degree (B.S) or similar (Engineering) preferred
• 3-5+ years of experience in related field
• Experience with large complex projects that consist of a combination of internal/external and labor/non-labor cost components
• Experience building combined cycle or simple cycle power plants
• Experience building or managing heavy industrial work
• General Contracting experience preferred with previous role
• Experience with multiple disciplines and knowledge related to civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, etc
• Ability to interpret, understand and execute assigned duties utilizing technical specifications and design drawings
• Communicates in clear and professional manner both verbally and in writing with job team and owners.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business reports, correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, and customers
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
• Demonstrated leadership, communication and strong interpersonal skills are requisite.
• Ability to work independently or as a member of a team.
• Strong work ethic to complete tasks in a high-quality manner.
• Solid attention to detail with the ability to be a problem solver.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Primary Talent Partners is an Equal Opportunity /affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. If you are a person with a disability needing assistance with the application or at any point in the hiring process, please contact us at [e-mail].

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