Project Engineer - Concrete - Traveling

Sundt Construction; Iva (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market Competitive Salary (paid weekly)

Bonus Eligibility

Employee Stock Ownership Plan & 401K

Health Coverage starting first day

Flexible Time Off (FTO)

Educational Assistance

Job summary

Sundt Construction is seeking a Project Engineer based in South Carolina. The role involves overseeing project management plans, supervising teams, and maintaining effective relationships with stakeholders. Ideal candidates should possess a four-year construction-related degree and several years of relevant experience.

The position offers a competitive salary, bonus eligibility, and various health and wellness benefits. Candidates must have advanced knowledge of construction practices and demonstrate strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three to four years of construction engineering experience.
• Ability to manage a team and supervise Field Engineers.
• Advanced understanding of construction codes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Understand project management plan components for successful execution.
• Develop procurement schedule and review submittals.
• Administer budgeting and cost control to keep the project on budget.
• Participate in form design for concrete and asphalt concrete.
• Prepare change orders and maintain change order log.

Skills

Construction engineering knowledge

Team management

Communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Education

Four-year construction-related degree or equivalent

Job description

Project Engineer is the technical source of information for the project and should have thorough knowledge of construction documents, subcontracts, and purchase orders. Responds to questions about drawings, specifications, shop drawings, and change orders. Maintains an effective and professional working relationship with owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers. May assist with the supervision and/or training of Field Engineers. The position includes three steps (I, II, and Senior), providing a progression in skill and experience. Step I is the entry level for individuals with a minimum of experience in this position.

Key Responsibilities

• Demonstrate understanding of the project management plan components (scope, procurement, environmental, time, financial, quality, safety, risk) to ensure successful execution and understand the change management process.
• Develop procurement schedule and integrate it with the project CPM schedule; procure necessary materials and equipment; coordinate submittals; review submittals for compliance.
• Maintain understanding of prime contract, subcontracts, purchase order agreements, and allowance items; administer budgeting and cost control to keep the project within approved budget.
• Maintain "As-built" contract documents and compile close‑out requirements including operation and maintenance manuals, warranties, and other specifications.
• Participate in concrete and asphalt concrete form design, equipment selection, and takeoffs for concrete, asphalt concrete, earthwork, and utilities as required; design concrete.
• Plan, acquire, develop and supervise project team; ensure execution.
• Prepare and maintain quantity reporting mechanisms; coordinate agendas and minutes for all meetings; maintain project logs.
• Prepare and review change orders; maintain change order log; distribute documents; prepare cost control budget adjustments.
• Prevent or mitigate claims by identifying potential claims, quantifying, and resolving them timely.

Minimum Job Requirements

• Advanced knowledge of construction engineering technology, codes, standards and interdependence with other functional units.
• Four‑year construction‑related degree or equivalent technical training and related experience, plus a minimum of three to four years of similar construction engineering experience.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; demonstrated ability to manage a team of varied disciplines; capable of supervising and/or training Field Engineers.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to wear personal protective equipment, use telephone, computer, email, and electronic devices.
• Reach above shoulder heights and below the waist frequently; stoop, kneel, or bend occasionally.
• Use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects frequently; lift, push or pull objects occasionally.
• Stand, sit, walk short distances for up to the duration of a shift/workday; climb stairs, ladders occasionally.
• Must comply with all safety standards and procedures.

Benefits

• Market Competitive Salary (paid weekly)
• Bonus Eligibility based on company, group, and individual performance
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan & 401K
• Industry Leading Health Coverage starting first day
• Flexible Time Off (FTO)
• Medical, Health Savings, and Wellness credits
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Workplace Wellness Programs
• Mental Health Program
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Employee-Owner Perks
• Educational Assistance
• Sundt Foundation - Charitable Employee-Owner's program

Note: Job description is subject to change at any time and may include other duties as assigned.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Sundt is committed to the equal treatment of all employees, and/or applicants for employment, and prohibits discrimination based on race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, color, age, disability, national origin, covered veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable Federal, state, or local laws.