Project Engineer - Fire Protection

Atlantic Constructors, Inc.; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance — employee covered

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with match

Health Savings Plan

Wellness Programs

Job summary

Atlantic Constructors, Inc. in Suffolk, VA is seeking a Fire Protection Project Engineer to support field operations on industrial projects.

The role reports to the Director of Fire Protection – New Construction Division and ensures field forces have materials, equipment, and information to complete the scope of work. The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (or related field) and 1–3 years of experience, with proficiency in MS Office and familiarity with 3D modeling

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field (1–3 years experience preferred).
• Proficiency with MS Office; familiarity with Bluebeam or PDF editing software.
• Experience with 3D modeling tools (Revit, AutoCAD, Inventor, Navisworks) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist project management with permits, proposals, contracts, schedules and changes.
• Review specs and drawings for subcontractor scopes and tracking.
• Maintain logs for RFIs, submittals and vendor submittals.
• Coordinate materials purchases and maintain vendor relations.
• Support field in schedule expediting and safety communications.

Skills

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Multi-tasking

Proven communication

Education

Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Bluebeam/Adobe PDF

Revit/AutoCAD/Navisworks

Job description

Atlantic Constructors, Inc.


Until Filled (EST)
602 - Commercial Fire Protection
2000 Amedeo Court, Suffolk, VA, USA
Full Time

At ACI we build our company and our culture not by counting people, but by making our people count!

Atlantic Constructors is seeking dynamic, motivated, career minded individuals to join our expanding team! Atlantic Constructors has been recognized as an industry leader in the Mid-Atlantic Region for over 50 years.

Benefits:

• $0.00 COST FOR MEDICAL, DENTAL, SHORT TERM DISABILITY & LIFE INSURANCE (EMPLOYEE ONLY) COVERAGE!
• Dental Insurance Plan
• Vision Insurance Plan
• 401(K) Retirement Plan with Generous Company Matching
• Health Savings Plan with Generous Company Matching
• Wellness Programs

Atlantic Constructors offers competitive benefits, for more information check out our comprehensive list on our website. ACIBuilds.com

Summary:

Our Fire Protection Project Engineers work with and support ACI's field operations on industrial projects. The Fire Protection Project Engineer will report directly to the Director of Fire Protection – New Construction Division, with the primary responsibility of ensuring our field forces have the materials, equipment and information necessary to effectively complete the scope of work. As an extension of the ACI Project Manager (PM), the Project Engineer is ultimately responsible for understanding and accomplishing the customer's goals while protecting and promoting the interests of ACI and its subcontractors/suppliers in all project-related matters.

Essential Functions:

• The Fire Protection Project Engineer assists project management in the submission and review of permits, proposals, contracts, schedules and change orders
• Reviews specifications and drawings in preparation of subcontractor scopes of work and project tracking
• Understands contract documents and help identify scope gaps
• Prepares and distributes project RFI's and submittals and maintain subsequent logs
• Reviews vendor/supplier's submittals for conformance to contract documents and timely track the submittal process
• Manages project-specific materials and equipment purchases including: sourcing, maintaining vendor relations, ordering and tracking deliveries and receiving and processing invoices
• Assists project manager and procurement with the buyout process
• Creates and maintains internal project schedules and project tracking reports
• Supports field in expediting schedule, completion of field paperwork and expediting materials
• Assist project superintendent with enforcement of site safety and notifies management of any issues that arise which affects safety, quality, budget and progress of work
• Supports operations and Fire Protection Project Manager with client communications regarding project schedules and milestones
• Assists and supports the Project Manager by attending/scheduling project meetings with ACI's project team, clients, subcontractors, vendors and suppliers
• Prepares and distributes subcontractor and client's meeting minutes
• Coordinates and attends punch list walk-thru as needed; compile the punch list and forward to PM and Superintendent
• Compiles and provides closeout documentation (turnover packages) to the client at the end of the project (as-built drawings, O&M's, warranties, etc.)
• Establishes good working relationship and foster positive communications with other team members, management, vendors/suppliers and clients
• Keeps up-to-date on industry technology, trends and developments
• Performs other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibility: No

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering OR related field, and 1 to 3 years of experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience (preferably in a construction environment)
• Intermediate to advanced skill level in Microsoft Office products including Word, Project, Excel, Outlook and PDF Editing software (Bluebeam, Adobe)
• Familiarity with 3D modeling software (Revit, AutoCAD, Inventor, Navisworks) is a plus
• Ability to learn company-specific software as needed or required, e.g. Procore and Viewpoint
• Proven track record working with people, teams and projects
• Must be able to multi-task, work with minimal supervision, follow written and oral instructions, show attention to detail and demonstrate sound problem-solving skills
• Must adhere to all company policy and procedures
• Must be available to work assigned schedules

The work environment and physical demands required would be representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job, and may include, but are not limited to the following:

Work Environment:

• Works in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment
• Position may require visits to the construction site or jobsite assignments

Physical Demands:

• This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopier, filing cabinets and fax machines

Travel:

• Traveling out of state and overnight may be required

Preferred:

• Prior military experience
• Experience in industrial-scale mechanical construction projects as an Industrial Project Engineer

Fire Protection Engineer

Final compensation will be determined based on experience, education, licensure, skills, and other relevant factors

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

At this time, Atlantic Constructors, Inc. will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization (work visas) for any position.

Atlantic Constructors, Inc. is committed to equal opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or other related medical conditions), genetic information, sexual orientation/gender identity, veteran or marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you would like an accommodation or any assistance in order to apply for a job, please call 1-877-WRK-4ACI for assistance, or fax your requested accommodation to 804-523-8781. Nothing contained herein is to be construed as an offer of employment or a binding contract of employment for a specific period of time. Employment can be terminated by either the employee or the employer at any time, for any reason, with or without notice.

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