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M. A. Mortenson Company; Los Lunas (NM); On-site; USD 93,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental plan

401k match

Paid time off

Life/AD&D insurance

Mental health resources

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Gym discount

Job summary

Mortenson is seeking a Project Engineer II in the United States to interact with staff at all levels, manage field coordination issues, and contribute to project success with professionalism and confidentiality.

The role involves interpreting plans, managing QA/QC, permits, and submittals, while mentoring field engineers and ensuring safety and schedule adherence across the project team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, or Architectural Engineering or Construction Management.
• Minimum of three 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.
• Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.
• Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.

Responsibilities

• Interpret project plans, specifications, and details for subcontractors and craft persons
• Implement the pre-construction quality plan and manage testing and inspection processes
• 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, and Non-Conformance Report
• Manage, create, and distribute contract documents; establish handling procedures for electronic documents (RFIs, correspondence)
• 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
• Incorporate processes and procedures for the project closeout phase; define and implement procedures for posting revisions and updates to as‑built construction documents
• 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

Communication

Problem solving

Proactive

Education

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

Job description

SUMMARY

Mortenson is currently seeking an experienced Project Engineer II 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 craft persons
• Implement the pre-construction quality plan and manage testing and inspection processes
• 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, and Non-Conformance Report
• Manage, create, and distribute contract documents; establish handling procedures for electronic documents (RFIs, correspondence)
• 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
• Incorporate processes and procedures for the project closeout phase; define and implement procedures for posting revisions and updates to as‑built construction documents
• 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 three 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
• Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.
• 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.
• Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.

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 $93,400 MIN - $126,100 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%).

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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.

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.