Project Engineer I (Construction Management)

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson; Moon Township (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson (JMT) seeks a Project Engineer I to support Construction Management services in the Pittsburgh region. The role emphasizes client relations, schedule management, and coordination with design teams and contractors.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in engineering or construction management and substantial construction experience, with proficiency in MS Office and construction management software. A valid driver's license is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field from an accredited program.
• Active driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Maintain excellent relationships with clients, designers, and contractors.

Skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Teamwork

Attention to detail

MS Office fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Construction management software

Job description

JMT is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm with more than 2,800 professionals, providing a full range of multidisciplinary engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT is currently ranked #45 on Engineering News-Record's list of the Top 500 Design Firms.

JMT is seeking a Project Engineer I to be responsible for supporting Construction Management services in the assigned region.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Maintain excellent relationships with clients, designers, and contractors
• Actively manage project schedule from inception to close out
• Participate in weekly progress meetings, create minutes, assign action items, and follow up
• Upload and manage all pertinent project information
• Develop and implement collaborative solutions to project issues and problems
• Prepare project related change orders and obtain approvals
• Manage job work item turn over and close-out efficiently to meet owner/user expectations
• Assist and coordinate with 3rd party engineering and special inspections requirements
• Coordinate with various stakeholders involved in construction projects

Nonessential Functions and Responsibilities

• Perform other related duties as assigned

• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and jobs in an efficient manner
• The ability to work well with others, and willingness to learn in a team environment
• Attention to detail and good organizational skills
• Ability to read and understand construction drawings, plans, details, and specifications
• A strong work ethic and a positive attitude
• Microsoft Office and construction management software systems fluency
• Active driver's license and reliable motor vehicle
  • Must successfully complete and pass JMT's Motor Vehicle screening

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field from an accredited engineering or construction management program
• Minimum of 10 +/- years of construction experience
• Experience working with local agencies such as PRT, PennDOT, PA Turnpike, PGH2O, ALCOSAN, and ACAA

Preferred Experience

• Certified Construction Manager (CCM)
• Registered Engineer in Training (EIT) or Professional Engineer (PE)
• Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 10-hour construction safety training
• Experience with water and wastewater, rail and transit, and/or aviation
• NASSCO Certification including PACP, MACP, and LACP

Working Conditions

Work is performed within a general office, construction field office or on a construction project site environment. Work is generally sedentary in nature, but may require occasional standing, climbing and walking. Most locations provide an environment where lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.