Project Engineer I: Construction Coordination & Quality

M. A. Mortenson Company; Beaver Dam (WI); On-site; USD 84,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and prescription drug plans

Dental plan

401k retirement plan with Mortenson’s

Paid time off and holidays

Life, AD&D, and disability insurance

Mental health resources

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption Assistance

Gym Membership Discount Program

Job summary

Mortenson is seeking a Project Engineer I to support field coordination and project team collaboration in a dynamic construction environment. The role reviews plans, resolves field issues, and helps manage submittals, RFIs, and documentation to keep projects on schedule.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s in construction-related field and at least two years of construction experience, plus strong teamwork, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, or Architectural Engineering or Construction Management.
• Minimum of two years related construction experience.
• Detail oriented to organize and manage multiple tasks.
• Basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices.
• Strong teamwork, initiative, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proven positive and professional attitude and customer service skills.
• Current driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Interpret project plans, specifications, and details for subcontractors and craft persons.
• Implement the pre-construction quality plan.
• Obtain and maintain construction permits; manage fee payments and recurring expenses.
• Develop and maintain Material Tracking List, Project Test and Inspection Listing, Concrete Placement Log, Non-Conformance Report.
• Manage, create, and distribute contract documents.
• Establish handling procedures for electronic documents (RFIs, correspondence).
• Incorporate processes and procedures for project closeout phase.
• Manage testing and inspection processes for construction quality management.
• Implement three-phase inspection system.
• Establish reporting formats, protocols, schedules, and off-site testing procedures.
• Notify Project Manager and Superintendent of non-conforming test results or inspection items.
• Manage submittals: set up register, obtain customer/architect approval, prepare transmittal forms, coordinate packaging, review, and processing.
• Expedite submittals to align with project schedule.
• Communicate submittal process details to subcontractors and suppliers.
• Issue submittal requirement letters.
• Provide periodic updates of submittal register to customer or architect.
• Coordinate subcontractor details: verify insurance, prepare paperwork, request final payment.
• Develop and distribute RFIs and Change Orders.
• Define and implement procedures for posting revisions and updates to as-built construction documents.
• Incorporate subcontractor as-built documentation into contract document updates.
• Mentor, manage, and evaluate field engineers.
• Determine alternative work methods as needed.
• Coordinate safety and compliance for all team members.
• Maintain schedule of timelines and ensure completion.

Skills

Detail orientation

Teamwork

Initiative

Communication

Problem-solving

Customer service

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, or Architectural Engineering or Construction Management

Job description

Mortenson is seeking a Project Engineer I to support field coordination and project team collaboration in a dynamic construction environment. The role reviews plans, resolves field issues, and helps manage submittals, RFIs, and documentation to keep projects on schedule.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s in construction-related field and at least two years of construction experience, plus strong teamwork, problem-solving, and communication skills.