Rail & Bridge Project Engineer — Field Planning Leader

Kraemer North America; Puyallup (WA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Dental Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan with company match

Profit Sharing

Life Insurance & Dependent Life

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Holidays/Vacation/Sick Pay

Educational Assistance

Computer Purchase Program

Company Vehicle/Fuel Card

Company Cell Phone/Computer

Job summary

Kraemer North America is seeking a Project Engineer to support the Mountain West Region (WA). The role assists project management in coordinating resources, schedules, and subcontractors for on-site engineering activities, while promoting Kraemer's safety and quality culture.

The position requires a Civil Engineering or Construction Management background, travel as needed, and engagement with field teams, estimators, and owners/ subs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 3 years of rail/bridge experience preferred.
• Ability and willingness to travel as needed.
• Experience in formwork and falsework engineering.
• Strong decision-making and/or problem-solving skills.
• Effective interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Efficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Previous experience with construction software and AGTEK/AutoCAD preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure Work Activity Plans (WAP) are completed.
• Oversee and review WAPs.
• Coordinate with project superintendents and foremen on planning and communication.
• Provide leadership and promote Kraemer safety culture.
• Assist with safety and quality programs administration and compliance.
• Ensure quality records are completed and documented.
• Assist with project planning: schedules, subcontractors, etc.
• Monitor project cost control and material/equipment inventory.
• Assist Project Manager with owner/agency concerns.
• Assist field staff with engineering tasks in the field.
• Participate in estimating processes when needed.
• Interact with subcontractors, suppliers, owners and PMs.
• Mentor and develop field engineering staff.
• Identify market opportunities by maintaining effective contacts.
• Ensure compliance with EEO/Affirmative Action requirements.
• Review and submit RFIs; process submittals and RFIs from subs and suppliers.
• Perform CTCs with PM.
• Process internal and external CMOs.

Skills

Decision-making

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Microsoft Office

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

AGTEK

AutoCAD

Job description

Kraemer North America is seeking a Project Engineer to support the Mountain West Region (WA). The role assists project management in coordinating resources, schedules, and subcontractors for on-site engineering activities, while promoting Kraemer's safety and quality culture.

The position requires a Civil Engineering or Construction Management background, travel as needed, and engagement with field teams, estimators, and owners/ subs.