Project Engineer - Kettle River

Alaska Aggregate Products, LLC.; Republic (WA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Alaska Aggregate Products LLC. is seeking a Project Engineer to assist in planning, designing, and overseeing construction and maintenance on heavy civil projects at project sites during the season (April–November). Overtime may be required based on workload.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, 4+ years in construction-related field experience, and a valid driver's license. Preferred qualifications include a CM/Engineering degree and MSHA certification, with

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent; 4+ years construction-related field experience; valid driver license.
• Preferred CM or Engineering degree and MSHA certification.

Responsibilities

• Help plan and design systems and structures and draft detailed drawings to conform to specifications.
• Read project blueprints and determine dimensions and material requirements.
• Estimate quantities, costs, and equipment/labor needs.
• Assist in site inspections to monitor progress and safety compliance.
• Support Senior Project Manager in construction, operations, and maintenance at project sites.

Skills

Site Engineering

Drafting

Blueprint Reading

Surveying

Safety Compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

4+ years construction-related field experience

Valid state driver license

Degree in CM or Engineering

MSHA certification

Job description

Department/Location:
Projects Sites Reports to:
Project Manager /Lead Engineer

Status:
Temp/Seasonal, Full-Time EEO-1:
Professionals

Normal Work Hours and Days: Regularly scheduled during the work season, approximately from April to November 6 days a week 12 hours days. Hours, start time, and days worked may vary depending on workload and seasonal project needs. Mandatory overtime based on seasonal workload and remote work settings

Job Title:
Project Engineer SOC code:
17-3022 FLSA Classification:
NON-Exempt Department/Location:
Projects Sites Reports to:
Project Manager /Lead Engineer Status:
Temp/Seasonal, Full-Time EEO-1:
Professionals Normal Work Hours and Days: Regularly scheduled during the work season, approximately from April to November 6 days a week 12 hours days. Hours, start time, and days worked may vary depending on workload and seasonal project needs. Mandatory overtime based on seasonal workload and remote work settings

EEO Statement:
Alaska Aggregate Products LLC. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, other protected activities, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. **This employer participates in E-Verify. Este Empleador Participa en E-Verify.**

Summary:
Responsible to help plan, design, assess and oversee construction and maintenance functions on projects, under the direction of the Senior Projects Manager or designated engineering staff.

Essential Functions:

• Help plan and design systems and structures and draft detailed dimensional drawings and design layouts for projects and to ensure conformance to specifications, using design software and drawing tools.
• Read and review project blueprints and structural specifications to determine dimensions of structure and material requirements
• Calculate dimensions, square footage, profile and component specifications, and material quantities, using calculator or computer.
• Assist in project site inspections to monitor progress and ensure conformance to design specifications and safety and sanitation standards.
• Assist the Senior Project Manager in construction, operations, and maintenance activities at project sites, including transporting of supplies and materials needed to conduct work.
• Participate in surveying to lay out installations and establish reference points, grades, and elevations to guide construction.
• Estimate quantities and cost of materials, equipment, or labor to determine project feasibility.
• Help prepare or present reports, bid proposals, deeds, environmental impact statements, and property and right-of-way descriptions.
• Provide technical assistance regarding design, construction, or project modifications and structural repairs to management and workers, as appropriate.
• Analyze proposed site factors and design maps, graphs, tracings, and diagrams to illustrate findings.
• Test soils and materials to determine the adequacy, strength, and necessary quantity.
• Document project activities and data, as required.
• Confer with supervisor to determine project details.
• Inspect project site and evaluate contractor work to detect design malfunctions and ensure conformance to design specifications and applicable codes.
• Plan and conduct field surveys to locate new sites and analyze details of project sites.

Other Tasks:

• Monitor and help ensure safety standards on current projects.
• Performs other related duties, as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function and preferably can also perform other tasks satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

Education and/or Experience:

Minimum:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Four or more year’s construction-related field experience
• Must possess a valid state driver license

Preferred:

• Degree in CM or Engineering
• MSHA certification

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

• Knowledge of engineering and technology principles and the ability apply techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of goods and services in heavy civil construction and remote field work.
• Knowledge of and the ability to use a computer and software to record, track and design and analyze data.
• Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved the heavy remote construction projects, such as structures and ice roads.
• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
• Ability to professionally represent the company to suppliers, venders, customers, regulatory agencies and the public.
• Ability to effectively communicate information and ideas in writing.
• Ability to understand and effectively communicate verbally with others.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to ensure that proper safety and incident reporting procedures are followed.
• Ability to meet design schedules with dependability and consistency.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and exercise good judgment in prioritizing and
• carrying out duties.
• Ability to wear protective clothing, as needed on project sites.
• Knowledge of and the ability to apply basic first aid in emergency situations.
• Ability to operate a vehicle to transport work related equipment, supplies and
• materials.

Physical Demands:

The following activities were rated for frequency of occurrence based on the following: Not Present = NP 1-10% of the work day = Rare 34-66% of the work day = Frequent 11-33% of the work day = Occasional 67-100% of the work day = Constant Sitting

Frequent

Reaching Overhead Frequent Standing Frequent Reaching Straight Ahead Frequent Walking Frequent Reaching Downward Frequent Bending/Stooping Frequent Handling Frequent Crouching Frequent Fingering Occasionally Kneeling Frequent Feeling Occasionally Crawling Frequent Talking Occasionally Climbing Frequent (Onto equipment) Hearing Occasionally Balancing Occasionally Twisting Frequent Operate Foot Controls Occasionally Twist of Wrist Frequent (Pounds) Constant Frequent Occasional Rare Lifting 50 lbs. 100 lbs. Carrying 50 lbs. 100 lbs. Pushing/Pulling 50 lbs. 100 lbs.

Working Conditions: ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS CHECK (If Present) COMMENTS

• 1. Exposure to Inclement Weather X Is exposed to weather to & from each piece of equipment that he/she walks to service.
• 2. Extreme Cold X 0 to –50 degrees, Arctic weather outside.
• 3. Extreme Heat X Exposed to hot diesel engines and hoses while lubricating equipment.
• 4. Wet and/or Humid X Will experience Rain/Snow/Ice on location
• 5. Noise X Frequent noise from equipment.
• 6. Vibration X Occasional Normal Equipment Vibration
• 7. Atmospheric Conditions (dust/fumes/etc.) X Possible diesel fumes
• 8. Moving Mechanical Parts X Exposed to engine components and drive train/track.
• 9. Electric Shock X Generator sets.
• 10. High, Exposed Places X Crawling onto top of equipment to service it.
• 11. Radiant Energy NP
• 12. Explosives X Diesel fuel exposure.
• 13. Toxic or Caustic Chemicals X Petroleum distillates.
• 14. Other Risks X Aware of the potential hazards of working around equipment.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments