Project Engineer - Industrial

Kokosing, Inc.; Shippingport (PA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kokosing, Inc. is looking for a Project Engineer (Industrial) to manage civil industrial projects in the Midwest market. The role involves planning, directing, and coordinating project activities to meet established goals. Candidates should have a degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management and at least 2 years of related experience.

The successful applicant will be proficient in CPM scheduling, Microsoft Office, and possess strong analytical skills. This position is crucial for ensuring compliance and safety on job sites, while maintaining quality and efficiency in project planning.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in related field.
• Proficient with spreadsheet and word processing programs.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret reports.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate civil industrial projects.
• Maintain and update project schedules.
• Analyze and report cost and income data.

Skills

Cost and productivity data analysis

Effective communication

Use of CPM scheduling programs

Mathematical problem-solving

Education

Civil Engineering or Construction Management degree (B.Sc.)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Primavera Project Planner

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a Project Engineer (Industrial) in the Midwest market.

SUMMARY

Plans, directs, and coordinates activities of civil industrial projects and large‑scale utility projects. Ensure that project goals are accomplished within prescribed time frame and funding parameters by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate supervisors.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Analyze and understand plans and specifications.
• Follow administrative procedures as outlined in Project Administration Manual.
• Possess field experience: inspect construction site to monitor progress and ensure conformance to engineering plans, specifications, and construction/safety standards.
• Proficient with CPM scheduling program; produce accurate schedules as needed.
• Supervise and coordinate submittal process and working drawings requirements.
• Prepare or direct preparation and modification of reports, specifications, plans, environmental impact studies, and designs for the project as necessary.
• Provide contract interpretation and clarification.
• Maintain and update project schedules by updating monthly schedules with the assistance of the Project Superintendent and assist Project Superintendent with weekly two‑week look‑ahead schedule review.
• Understand cost and productivity data.
• Maintain, verify, and report cost and income quantities for work performed.
• Review, approve, and submit progress billings.
• Analyze, prepare, maintain, and monitor job costs and production budget.
• Work with Superintendent to control job costs and production budget.
• Prepare and submit accurate and timely monthly cost, income, and cash flow projections.
• Execute and approve subcontractor requisitions and vendor invoices.
• Coordinate, price and assist Project Manager in settlement of change orders and claims.
• Respond to issues quickly; proactive in problem solving; handles multiple tasks.
• Manage time and organize office and filing system efficiently; organize and maintain accurate project correspondence files.
• Maintain subcontractor insurance certificate compliance.
• Maintain project compliance with underground utility notifications and locations (i.e. Miss Utility and others).
• Promote and participate in 2‑week and long‑range planning with job team; include job team in all planning.
• Treat all coworkers with respect; work well with subs and suppliers.
• Consistently apply and enforce Safety Policy at all times.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Civil Engineering or Construction Management degree (B.Sc.) from a four‑year college or university.
• 2+ years of experience in related field.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Computer literate: proficient with spreadsheet and word processing programs, CPM scheduling programs such as Primavera Project Planner, Project Management software, Microsoft Office software.
• Understanding of, and experience using, cost and productivity data.
• Communicates in clear and professional manner both verbally and in writing with job team and owners.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business reports, correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages to practical situations.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Kokosing is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action federal and state contractor. The company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.