Project Engineer I - Underground Utilities

Mortenson Construction; United States; 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 a generous  

Paid time off

Life, AD&D, and disability insurance

No-Cost mental health tools and work‑l

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption Assistance

Gym Membership Discount Program

Job summary

Mortenson Construction is seeking an experienced Project Engineer I - Underground Utilities to coordinate field work, review plans, and support project teams with professionalism and confidentiality in a dynamic environment.

The role emphasizes coordinating with the Project Manager and Superintendent, managing submittals, RFIs, and change orders, and mentoring field engineers while ensuring safety, schedule, and quality across sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Construction, Civil, or Architectural Engineering or Construction Management.
• Minimum of two years related construction experience.
• Detail oriented with ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Knowledge of construction law and business practices is preferred.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Current driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Interpret project plans, specs, and details for subs and self-perform teams.
• Oversee quality control and assurance plans.
• Obtain and manage construction permits and related expenses.
• Support PM and Superintendent with schedules and phase plans.
• Coordinate with engineers, RFIs, submittals, and change orders.

Skills

Detail orientation

Teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

Customer service

Driver's license

Education

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

Job description

Mortenson is currently seeking an experienced Project Engineer I - Underground Utilities with the ability to interact with a variety of staff at all levels in an ever-changing environment, remaining flexible, resourceful, proactive, and efficient with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality. The Project Engineer will review, provide analysis, management, and resolution of field coordination issues with project team members and participants.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Interpret project plans, specifications, and details for subcontractors and self-perform operations
• Implement and oversee the project quality control and quality assurance plan
• Obtain and maintain construction permits; manage fee payments and recurring expenses
• Support Project Manager and Superintendent in the development of sequence/phase plans and updates to schedule
• Coordinate onsite staging of materials, and delivery of materials to project site
• Coordinate with Engineer of Record on shop drawings, material change requests, and RFI's Develop and maintain various tracking logs including Material Tracking List, Project Test and Inspection Listing, Procurement Tracking 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
• Schedule and coordinate with 3rd party testing agencies to 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

QUALIFICATIONS

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

A few benefits offered include:

(for Non-Craft & Non-Union Craft working 25+ hours / week)

• Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage
• Dental plan
• 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
• Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources
• Tuition reimbursement
• Adoption Assistance
• Gym Membership Discount Program

The base pay range for this role is $84,100 MIN - $113,500 MAX. (Actual range is higher for the following office locations: Denver, CO and Chicago, IL - 5%, Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR - 10%, Washington, D.C. - 12.5%).

Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual's knowledge, skills, and experience, with consideration given to internal equity. This position is eligible for Mortenson's incentive plan.

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• Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.

• Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.

ABOUT MORTENSON

As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.

• Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations. No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement.

• Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.