Project Engineer - General Contractor

Crowder Construction Company; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plans including Medical, Dental and Vision

401(k) Savings and Profit Sharing Plan

Career-Based Training and Educational Assistance

Job summary

Crowder Construction Company in Wilmington, North Carolina, is seeking a Project Engineer to assist project managers and ensure efficient construction project execution. The role involves planning, scheduling, and procurement of materials, while ensuring compliance with safety requirements. Candidates should possess a 4-year engineering degree or equivalent experience and knowledge of project management software. Benefits include medical, dental, 401(k) plans, and career training.

Qualifications

• 4 years of experience in project engineering or 5 years equivalent experience.
• Ability to read and understand project drawings.
• Familiarity with pricing and preparation of purchase orders.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers in managing and scheduling construction projects.
• Expedite material procurement and approvals.
• Prepare and track project documentation and submittals.

Skills

Project planning

Material procurement

Excellent communication

Cost analysis

Education

4-year engineering or construction management degree

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office Suite

Primavera Project Planner

Job description

Project Engineer – Responsibilities

Primary function of a Project Engineer: Assist Project Managers, Superintendents, Foremen, and other personnel in managing, scheduling, and purchasing for various types of construction projects.

• Understand, support, and adhere to safety requirements; observe and correct violations as they arise on project sites.
• Plan work and purchase materials with safety in mind.
• Assist Project Manager with daily project duties.
• Expedite material procurement, approval, and delivery as necessary to promote accurate and efficient project construction.
• Prepare and track all necessary submittals.
• Obtain required material certifications.
• Assist Project Manager with material billing preparations.
• Order necessary materials and supplies.
• Maintain project files, current drawings, and production records.
• Assist in the preparation and submittal of all documentation and records required for change orders.
• Assist in the analysis of cost for extra work.
• Assist Project Manager in overall coordination of project including subcontractors and approving receiving invoices.
• Optimize cash flow.
• Build and maintain positive subcontractor relationships.
• Identify, pursue, and recover fair compensation for all changes in scope.

Qualifications and Experience

• 4‑year engineering degree, construction management degree, or 5 years equivalent experience.
• General knowledge of computer software such as AutoCAD, MS Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Windows, Primavera Project Planner, COINS, etc.
• Experience with project planning, scheduling, and estimating.
• Ability to prepare subcontractor scopes of work.
• Familiarity with pricing, purchasing, and preparation of purchase orders for materials and equipment.
• Ability to read and understand drawings.

Benefits

• Health Plans, including Medical, Dental and Vision
• Healthcare Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Program with Incentives
• 401(k) Savings and Profit Sharing Plan with Matching Contributions
• Life/AD&D Insurance
• Supplemental Voluntary and Dependent Life Insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Hospital Indemnity and Critical Illness
• Company Paid Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Career‑Based Training and Educational Assistance
• Direct Deposit

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

All Qualified Minorities, Females, Individuals with Disabilities and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Drug Free Workplace and E-Verify Employer Requirements: All Applicants must be:

• 18 years of age
• Able to pass a drug test
• Legally eligible to work in the United States