Project Engineer - Level 1

Barnhill Contracting Company; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental

Vision

Short Term Disability Insurance

Long Term Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Weather Related Pay

401(k) and Profit Sharing

CareOne(EAP)

Corporate Chaplains of America

Job summary

Barnhill Contracting Company in Wilmington, NC is seeking an entry-level project support to assist with the daily operation of one or more projects. You will help manage schedules, procurement, subcontractors, RFIs, and project closeout, aligning with Barnhill's mission and values.

You will work with mentors to learn planning, design interpretation, and coordination of field activities, ensuring documentation stays current and field teams remain efficient and safe.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of training and work experience preferred.
• Entry level work experience.
• NC Driver's License
• Must be 21 yrs old
• Construction Management or Civil Engineering preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Learn to effectively manage project schedules, material procurement, subcontractors, resources, and project documentation.
• Assist in the management of Owner Change Orders, Subcontractor Change Orders, RFI’s, and project closeout.
• Develop a knowledge base by conducting frequent site inspections to ensure installations meet approved submittals and quality standards.
• Effectively manage, document and keep record of project submittals with subcontractors, design team and owners to ensure materials are approved on time.
• Manage and update all Contract Drawings and Specifications to ensure field operations have the most current documents.

Skills

Project coordination

Scheduling

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Company Overview:

Barnhill Contracting Company's success is built on the values, principles and vision of the man - Robert E. Barnhill, Sr. - whose name we proudly bear. Robert Barnhill built this company on a foundational belief that there is power in people. He was a motivator. A hard worker. A leader of leaders. His passion for people and his firm belief in the Golden Rule - treating others as you want to be treated - still drive us today. We are firm, flexible and honest. We do the right thing, every single time. We empower our leaders in the field to be decision makers. We are easy to work with - a core philosophy that is both intentional and deliberate. One that requires discipline. Grit. All of these qualities, along with our founder's vision, have helped grow Barnhill Contracting Company into one of the Southeast's leading contractors.

Our success is built from the dedicated service of each and every one of our employees. Construction is hard work - long hours and immense pressure to meet critical deadlines - and we are proud to employ the most talented group of people in the industry. When you join the Barnhill team, you become part of the Barnhill Family.

Job Description:

Assist in the effective daily operation of a single project, or multiple projects, by providing technical and informational support to the project team. Take action as needed to ensure project goals, objectives and initiatives are met in alignment with the mission, vision and values of Barnhill Contracting Company.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Learn to effectively manage project schedules, material procurement, subcontractors, resources, and project documentation. Assist in the management of Owner Change Orders, Subcontractor Change Orders, RFI’s, and project closeout.
• Develop a knowledge base by conducting frequent and regular site inspections to ensure installations meet, or exceed, approved submittals, shop drawings and quality of construction in support of overall project schedule.
• Effectively manage, document and keep record of project submittals (Product Data, Shop Drawings, Samples, Mock-ups) with subcontractors, design team and owners to ensure all materials (and associated installations) are approved in a timely manner to keep the project on schedule.
• Manage and update all Contract Drawings and Specifications with Architect Supplemental Information to ensure field operations has the most current set of documents. Prepare all meeting agendas, record and distribute all meeting minutes to the Project Team.
• Participate in pre-construction activities regarding project planning and design; interpretation of design, application of construction methods; resolution and documentation of design conflicts; construct ability reviews, bidding processes, subcontractor solicitations, and post bid scope reviews.
• Collaborate with mentors to learn implementation and maintenance of safe working conditions and to ensure personnel are working to their highest efficiency to meet project, operating division productivity and profitability.

Minimum Qualifications & Training:

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of training and work experience preferred.
• Entry level work experience.
• NC Driver's License
• Must be 21 yrs old
• Construction Management or Civil Engineering preferred, but not required.

Tasks Essential to Job Functions:

• Daily Commitment to Barnhill's values:
  • Commitment - Individual ownership to achieve team success
  • Family - Sense of belonging
  • Integrity - Uncompromising character that earns trust and respect
  • Learning and development - Investing in employees to enable their long-term success
  • Diversity - Open and adaptable to a changing world
• Computer Skills:
  • Word, Excel, Outlook, P6, Spectrum, BlueBeam, BIM360 and Revit
• Technical Skills:
  • Plan and Specification Reading
  • BIM Coordination
  • Scheduling
  • Construction Technology
  • Record-keeping Principles and Procedures
  • Means and Methods
  • Safety and Environmental Regulations (OSHA)
  • Knowledge of Barnhill Contracting Company history
• Personal Skills:
  • Ability to build strong working relationships
  • Ability to demonstrate a high level of integrity and establish a proactive approach to Values Based Leadership
  • High Level of emotional intelligence
  • Conflict management skills

What We Offer:

• Choice of Health Insurance options (BCBSNC)
• Dental
• Vision
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• Weather Related Pay
• 401(k) and Profit Sharing
• CareOne(EAP)
• Corporate Chaplains of America

Barnhill Contracting Company is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.