Project Engineer – Buildings

MWH; United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group health & welfare benefits

401k Plan with company matching

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Life Insurance & AD&D

Disability coverage

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible benefits options

Employee referrals program

Job summary

MWH Constructors seeks a Project Engineer to support preconstruction and construction efforts on water, wastewater and advanced treatment projects in the Gresham, Oregon area. You will assist project managers, review subcontractor packages, manage documents and RFIs, and help ensure work complies with drawings and specs.

Ideal candidates have a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and 2–5 years in heavy civil or industrial construction, with familiarity in Primavera, Expedition and SharePoint.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 2–5 years of construction design and management experience.
• Experience on heavy civil or industrial construction projects.
• Familiarity with Primavera Contract Manager, Expedition and SharePoint.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to project management and supervision staff to keep construction on schedule and compliant with policy and standards.
• Assist with subcontractor procurement, package development, material and equipment procurement, submittal review, and project controls.
• Perform ongoing quality inspections and verify work complies with permits, codes, drawings and specs.
• Prepare and issue documents such as submittals, status reports, sketches, material calculations, and progress reports.
• Prepare drawings and sketches to support construction work and change orders.
• Maintain project management systems, controls, and record keeping; review correspondence and minutes.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

Primavera Contract Manager

Expedition

SharePoint

Job description

MWH is a leading water and wastewater treatment focused general contractor in the US with a rich history dating back to the 19th century Fueled by the mission of Building a Better World our teams are rapidly growing across the nation As a company committed to our teams well being and growth we offer a supportive work environment opportunities for advancement and the chance to contribute to a mission that shapes the future Your expertise and ambition are valued here The work we do matters The critical systems infrastructure we build changes lives betters communities and improves ecosystems If youre passionate about this we want to hear from you.

About the Role

MWH is currently seeking a Project Engineer to support both preconstruction and construction efforts on critical water wastewater and advanced water treatment plant projects for both municipal and industrial clients including advanced technology sector clients based out of the Gresham Oregon area.

Essential Functions

• Selected individuals will provide technical support to project management and project supervision staff to ensure construction work is performed efficiently on schedule and in accordance with company policy and engineering standards
• Assist with subcontractor procurement and management package development construction layout material and equipment procurement submittal review manpower scheduling quantity takeoffs labor productivity reporting document controls material purchases deliveries and inventory and project controls
• Perform ongoing quality inspections; verify all completed work complies with applicable permits codes drawings and specifications
• Prepare and disseminate all required documentation records such as materials and equipment submittals status reports sketches of work already completed material requirement calculations to supervisor
• Prepare drawings and sketches to support construction work temporary works work method statements change orders and estimates
• Preparefacilitate and submit work method statements ensure requisite approvals and permits are obtained prior to work commencement
• Research resolutions to drawing interpretation problems conflicts interferences and errors
• Initiate RFIs and follow through to resolution
• Layout and provide necessary building control lines and elevations for accurate measurement and correct installation of materials
• Establish and implement office procedures as they relate to the administration of construction contracts
• Implement project controls for distribution and record keeping of correspondence technical records and other project documents
• Review all incoming correspondence and initiate action on it record minutes of the weekly and monthly project site meeting review and process the Contractors pay applications review of the project schedule process RFIs and produce weekly and monthly construction progress reports
• Ensure project management systems are maintained up to date and accurate
• Assist with review and analyze Contractor claims prepare change orders and manage claims and change order records
• Assist estimating staff with quantity takeoffs and solicitation of subcontractors and material vendors
• Work in a manner to ensure your personal safety and that of fellow employees but following the company health and safety guidelines and policies
• Perform additional assignments per supervisors direction

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Construction Management Civil Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or related field
• equivalent combination of experience skills and training may be substituted
• 2 5 years of construction design and management experienceknowledge
• Experience on heavy civil or industrial construction projects
• Working knowledge of construction equipment techniques drawings and specifications building materials and required standards applicable to discipline
• Ability to assume responsibility and work within a larger team environment
• Ability to interface and communicate effectively with others
• Familiarity with Project Management data base systems such as Primavera Contract Manager Expedition SharePoint etc

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience with waterwastewater construction

Benefits

• Group health & welfare benefits including options for medical dental and vision
• 100 Company Paid Benefits
• Employee Life Insurance & Accidental Death & Dismemberment AD&D Spouse and Dependent Life & AD&D
• Short Term Disability STD
• Long Term Disability LTD
• Employee Assistance Program and Health Advocate
• Voluntary benefits at discounted group rates for accidents critical illness and hospital indemnity
• Flexible Time Off Program includes vacation and personal time
• Paid Sick and Safe Leave
• Paid Parental Leave Program
• 10 Paid Holidays
• 401k Plan company matching contributions up to 4
• Employee Referral Program

MWH Constructors is a global project delivery company in heavy civil construction with a focus on water and wastewater treatment infrastructure With the ultimate goal of delivering maximum value to clients and their local communities MWH Constructors provides single source integrated design and construction services through a full range of project delivery methods Incorporating industry leading preconstruction and construction services the Companys multi disciplined team of engineering and construction professionals delivers a wide range of projects including new facilities infrastructure improvement and expansion and capital construction services Equal Opportunity Employer including disabled and veterans Please note that all positions require pre employment screening including drug and background check as a condition of employment LI RF1 LI Onsite