Project Engineer I | TX & OK Field Roles

JE Dunn Construction; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional Non-Union

Job summary

JE Dunn Construction is seeking a Project Engineer 1 to support construction and field execution across projects, applying company standards, processes and tools. You’ll help manage general construction tasks, punch lists and self-perform work while learning the building process and JE Dunn practices.

Key growth paths include advancing to Project Engineer 2, with emphasis on safety, quality, scheduling and documentation.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform work accurately and completely, and in a timely manner.
• Communication skills, verbal and written
• Proficiency in MS Office
• Knowledge of organizational structure and available resources
• Knowledge of Lean process and philosophy
• Knowledge of required construction technology
• Ability to apply fundamentals of the means and methods of construction management
• Knowledge of self-perform and labor productivity
• Ability to assess and optimize project productivity
• Knowledge of specific trades and scopes of work
• Ability to build relationships and collaborate within a team, internally and externally

Responsibilities

• Learns and actively participates in all aspects of the company’s safety and quality plans and culture by demonstrating commitment to an injury-free environment through individual actions and mentoring others.
• Participates with project QA/QC planning to ensure quality for assigned tasks.
• Learns and participates in the estimating and change management process and tools, including quantity take-off and review of subcontractor proposals.
• Works on site with the project team to support a variety of tasks such as monitoring crew size, self-perform hours, materials, quantity and equipment.
• Participates in activities such as punch lists, city inspections, safety reviews, quality reviews and preparation of the necessary documentation.
• Posts drawings and specifications with most recent information.
• Organizes and participates in various project meetings. Prepares and disseminates required documentation as appropriate.
• Participates and prepares a variety of reports including project daily reports, weekly progress reports, unit reporting, percentage complete, daily manpower, production schedules, equipment tracking, etc., in order to support the project.
• Performs periodic job site observations with project leadership.
• Creates procurement logs based on the project schedule and specification requirements. Tracks shop drawings and follows up with deliveries as directed by the project team.
• Provides progress updates and reports back to the project team to support the scheduling process.
• Supports the close out of projects, including but not limited to the punch list, operations and maintenance manuals, as-built drawings, etc.
• Utilizes company best practice standards and fundamentals for building and construction techniques.
• Builds relationships and develops communication and interpersonal skills with tradespeople and project team members such as foreman, journeymen, superintendents, subcontractors, etc.
• Develops an understanding about the various functions and support roles across the company and how each contributes to the success of a project.
• Collaborates and demonstrates teamwork in project setting.
• Learns and incorporates Lean practices into regular activities.
• Learns about best practices for identifying, developing and integrating self-perform opportunities into the project.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

MS Office

Lean process

Construction tech

Means & methods

Self-perform

Labor productivity

Trades knowledge

Teamwork

Education

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

Equivalent relevant experience

Job description

JE Dunn Construction is seeking a Project Engineer 1 to support construction and field execution across projects, applying company standards, processes and tools. You’ll help manage general construction tasks, punch lists and self-perform work while learning the building process and JE Dunn practices.

Key growth paths include advancing to Project Engineer 2, with emphasis on safety, quality, scheduling and documentation.