Project Engineer - Central Region

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.; Port Washington (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. is seeking a Project Engineer to establish key principles for growth and success within the company. This hands-on role offers experience in project controls and communications, with exposure to technical aspects of construction.

Key responsibilities include general contract administration, job-site safety monitoring, construction scheduling, and procurement. A Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management or Engineering is required, along with a strong work ethic and willingness to work in a team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management or engineering required.
• General knowledge of construction principles/practices required.
• Strong work ethic and desire to work in a team environment required.

Responsibilities

• General contract and subcontract administration.
• Monitor/document job-site safety and accident prevention.
• Construction scheduling.
• Procurement and expediting of material and equipment.
• Project cost review, reporting, updating and accounting.

Skills

General knowledge of construction principles/practices

Strong work ethic

Ability to work in a team environment

Geographical mobility

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Job description

Position Summary

The Project Engineer’s position establishes the fundamental principles for an individual’s growth and success within McCarthy. In this hands‑on role, you will gain experience with project controls and communications as well as get exposure to the technical aspects of constructing a project. This position is the initial step in developing the managerial and communication skills for project management.

Responsibilities

• General Contract and Subcontract administration


• Monitor/document job‑site safety and accident prevention


• Construction scheduling


• Procurement and expediting of material and equipment


• Mechanical, electrical and piping systems coordination


• Shop drawing/submittal review and coordination


• Project cost review, reporting, updating and accounting


• Review of subcontractor applications for payment


• Participation in/documentation of project coordination meetings


• Supervision/coordination of subcontractors’ field installations


• Review/negotiate change proposal pricing from subcontractors and prepare change proposal pricing for self‑performed work


• Change order documentation and associated cost reporting and maintenance


• Research and suggest options on construction means, methods and equipment


• Maintenance of As‑Built plans


• Quality control and project closeout

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or Engineering required


• General knowledge of construction principles/practices required


• Strong work ethic and desire to work in a team environment required


• Must be geographically mobile and able to relocate within the region


• Construction internship or other related construction work experience preferred

McCarthy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.