Senior Project Engineer

Kitchell; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Kitchell is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to support CM services for vertical public sector projects in the Greater Salt Lake City area. This role focuses on understanding contract documents, schedule maintenance, and effective communication across owners, designers, and contractors.

Ideal candidates have a bachelor’s degree in CM/Engineering/Architecture and 3+ years of construction experience, with strong proficiency in Procore and Bluebeam.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of construction-related experience required.
• Bachelor’s degree in CM, Engineering, or Architecture preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops full understanding of contract documents and project scope.
• Observes jobsite activities and ensures work aligns with contract requirements.
• Maintains document control for the project to reflect contract documents.
• Evaluates change orders, design changes, specs and drawings releases.
• Reviews submittals and ensures compliance with contract specs.
• Maintains project schedule and assists PM with updates.
• Manages RFIs and supports cost control and project close-out.
• Coordinates meetings and records action items.
• Maintains safe work practices and professional relationships with project stakeholders.

Skills

Construction knowledge

Engineering knowledge

Communication skills

Blueprint reading

Education

Bachelor's degree (Construction Management/Engineering/Architecture)

Tools

Bluebeam

Procore

MS Office

Job description

Brief Description

Kitchell is seeking a dedicated Senior Project Engineer to join our Mountain Region in Greater Salt Lake City and build a long-term career at one of the most innovative and growth-oriented building companies in the United States.

Overview

Assist with CM Services for vertical public sector construction projects in and around the Salt Lake City I-15 corridor.

Responsibilities

• Develops full understanding of the scope and interdependence of all contract documents
• Observes and records jobsite activity in accordance with required contractual frequency
• Manages effective document control mechanisms for the project to ensure that work is performed in accordance with contract documents
• Evaluates change order requests including design changes, specifications and drawing releases and reports status
• Evaluates submittals of shop drawings, material data and samples and takes appropriate action based upon contract specifications
• Reviews and processes as-built drawings to ensure that all changes during the course of construction are recorded
• Reviews the project schedule and assists the project manager in the maintenance of it as requested
• Manages the request for information process in order to facilitate the timely exchange of information between designer and contractor
• Assists the project manager in the maintenance of effective cost control mechanisms for the project
• Assist with project close out requirements in accordance with contract documents
• Coordinates meeting agendas, prepares minutes and follows up on action items
• Utilizes safe work practices and follows directives, policies and procedures for assisting and maintaining a healthy and safe work environment
• Maintains effective and professional relationships with owners, architects, engineers and contractors
• Executes additional duties and responsibilities as assigned

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or Architecture is preferred
• 3 or more years of related work experience in construction is required
• Industry experience in the vertical public market sector is preferred but not required

Knowledge And Skills

• Knowledge of construction and engineering related processes, as well as industry practices is required
• Knowledge of the roles and interdependence between the contractor, designer, owner, and construction manager is required
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to build and maintain effective interpersonal relationships is required
• Proficiency with the MS Suite of tools is preferred
• Proficiency with construction specific software like Bluebeam and Procore is strongly preferred
• Ability to read and comprehend technical drawings and blueprints is needed

Travel Requirements

This position is regional. The work will be performed around Greater Salt Lake City (from Ogden to Murry) at active project site locations.

License and Certifications

A valid driver’s license with an acceptable motor vehicle record, free from suspensions or restrictions is required.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must regularly work in an office and/or construction environment. Conditions regularly include exposure to outdoor elements, hot/cold temperatures, wet conditions, noise, atmospheric conditions and cramped quarters. The noise level in the work environment is occasionally loud. Have the ability to manage a commute regionally as project site change.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must regularly sit, stand, walk, talk or hear and use hands to finger, feel and handle; frequently reach with hands and arms; occasionally climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Must frequently lift and or move 10 pounds and occasionally lift and or move up to 50 pounds.

Summary

ABOUT OUR COMPANY

Founded in 1950, Kitchell began as a commercial contracting business and over the years developed new talents and enterprises, acquiring complementary businesses and expertise to remain competitive. Today, Kitchell Corporation serves as the holding entity for several companies that are integral to Kitchell's core business, as well as those that operate independently. We provide a wide range of services within the built environment, including general contracting, construction management, development, facilities management, engineering, architecture, and myriad other services. Our employees manage projects from our main offices located in Arizona, California, and Texas. We offer an entrepreneurial environment that fosters personal and professional growth through in‑house education programs, formal and informal mentoring, and cross‑training opportunities. At Kitchell, we prioritize internal growth and building careers from within. We consistently rank among the top places to work, thanks to our tenured staff and outstanding benefits that are designed to enrich our employees’ physical, mental, emotional, and financial well‑being. These benefits include company performance bonuses, discretionary stock options, incentive bonuses, health, and life insurance, health savings accounts (HSA) with wellness incentives, flexible spending accounts (FSA), 401(k) plans with a 4% company match, tuition reimbursement, weight loss programs, discounted auto insurance, identity theft protection, rewards programs, and much more.

Kitchell is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

The Company’s salary ranges are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual pay is determined through interviews and an assessment of various factors, including job‑related skills, relevant education and experience, abilities of the applicant and equity with other team members. The annual base salary range listed here is subject to change at any time, in the Company’s discretion, and does not alter in any way the at‑will nature of the employment relationship.