Project Engineer - Federal Construction

The Weitz Company / Contrack Watts, Inc.; Bremerton (WA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Bonus Program

Benefits Package

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

401K Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Parental Leave

Wellness Program

Job summary

The Weitz Company is seeking an outstanding Project Engineer to join our Federal unit in Bremerton, WA. The role supports planning, buyout, management and closeout, reporting to the Project Manager on federal projects.

Responsibilities include document control, RFIs, submittals, schedule monitoring, and closeout activities, with a focus on quality, compliance, and collaboration with the project team.

Qualifications

• Education: Industry related college degree is required.
• Experience: A minimum of two (2) years of project engineering experience is required. Previous construction internship experience is preferred.
• Federal Contracts experience is preferred, NAVFAC/USACE experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Organize, review, update, maintain and post construction documents and drawings.
• Collaborate with project team to complete requests for information (RFI).
• Review submittals and other project documents for accuracy against plans and specifications.
• Assist in preparing inspections, compliance audits and the non-conformance log.
• Monitor material and equipment delivery status.
• Maintain and distribute accurate project logs (i.e. buyouts, subcontractor material status reports, submittals, RFIs).
• Understand scopes of work to be included in subcontracts and/or purchase order agreements.
• Track subcontractor requests for change; solicit pricing and draft change orders within delegated authority.
• Understand and assist with project schedule management.
• Attend regular project meetings; record and distribute meeting minutes.
• Obtain closeout information; gather punch list items; prepare as-built drawings; assist with warranty process.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Project organization

Integrity

Education

Industry related college degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Procore

Asta

Bluebeam

Primavera P6

Job description

The Weitz Company is currently accepting applicationsfor an outstanding Project Engineer to join our Federal business unit. The Project Engineer is responsible for several functions throughout the duration of assigned projects including planning, buyout, management and closeout. This role actively assists the project team in monitoring project status and identifying issues that may impact the project schedule and/or budget. The Project Engineer typically reports to the Project Manager.

The Weitz Company has been Building a Better Way since 1855. We are a full-service construction company, general contractor, design-builder, and construction manager with office locations throughout the United States. We believe our employees to be our most valuable asset, and we are committed to growing a diverse and inclusive culture that inspires, motivates, and continuously improves.

What You'll Do:

• Organize, review, update, maintain and post construction documents and drawings
• Collaborate with project team to complete requests for information (RFI)
• Review submittals and other project documents for accuracy against plans and specifications
• Assist in preparing inspections, compliance audits and the non-conformance log
• Monitor material and equipment delivery status
• Maintain and distribute accurate project logs (i.e. buyouts, subcontractor material status reports, submittals, RFIs)
• Understand scopes of work to be included in subcontracts and/or purchase order agreements
• Track subcontractor requests for change; solicit pricing and draft change orders within delegated authority
• Understand and assist with project schedule management
• Attend regular project meetings; record and distribute meeting minutes
• Obtain closeout information; gather punch list items; prepare as-built drawings; assist with warranty process

What We're Looking For:

• Education: Industry related college degree is required.
• Experience: A minimum of two (2) years of project engineering experience is required. Previous construction internship experience is preferred. Federal Contracts experience is preferred, NAVFAC/USACE experience a plus.
• Skills: Good engineering and construction management skills are important. Individual must have good communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with the owner, architect, and The Weitz Company project team. A high level of integrity is required. Good time management and project organization skills are essential. Microsoft Office proficiency is important.
• Systems: Must be proficient in basic computer software programs such as Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Work, PowerPoint, Excel), and must be able to learn project management software (JDE, Procore, Asta, Bluebeam, etc.). Primavera P6 experience is a plus.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Pay
• Rewarding Bonus Program
• Comprehensive Benefits Package with Tax-Advantaged HSA and FSA offerings
• Employer-Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability Programs
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off Provisions
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Fully Paid Parental Leave
• Voluntary Products including Critical Illness Insurance and Accident Insurance
• Corporate Wellness Program with Wellness Time Off and Rewards

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position at this time.

The Company does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or agencies. Any resume submitted to any employee of the Company without a prior written search agreement will be considered unsolicited and the property of the Company. Please, no phone calls or emails.

The Weitz Company, LLC (and its U.S.-based subsidiaries and affiliates) recognizes the value of and is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and follow applicable affirmative action guidelines and policies. All qualified applicantswill receive consideration for employment (including minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected categories in accordance with applicable state and federal laws). The Company is a drug and alcohol-free workplace and background checks are required if applicable.

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