Senior Project Engineer - Alexandria, VA

rand* construction corporation; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Alexandria, VA is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to manage projects, coordinate with trades, and train junior engineers. Ideal candidates should possess a background in Engineering or Architecture, and strong leadership skills. This role offers a dynamic work environment and opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Great company culture

Growth opportunities

Award-winning projects

Qualifications

• Understanding of project management and project sequencing.
• Ability to negotiate with subcontractors.
• Knowledge of finance principles including job cost, revenue, budgets.

Responsibilities

• Manage project aspects as determined by the PM or SPM.
• Coordinate trades and work on project sites.
• Facilitate trade coordination onsite.

Skills

Effective time management

Excellent analytical skills

Ability to build relationships

Education

BS in Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

Procore

Job description

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Love Where You Work!

If working for a team of dynamic professionals that creates award winning projects for some of the world’s most successful companies sounds exciting, rand* construction corporation is where you want to be. Voted a Great Place to Work for 15 years in a row, rand* provides a culture of excellence that offers unlimited growth. We are seeking a dynamic

Love Where You Work!

If working for a team of dynamic professionals that creates award winning projects for some of the world’s most successful companies sounds exciting, rand* construction corporation is where you want to be. Voted a Great Place to Work for 15 years in a row, rand* provides a culture of excellence that offers unlimited growth. We are seeking a dynamic Senior Project Engineer (SPE) that is looking for a company where they can learn and grow.

What you’ll do: The SPE’s primary focus is project coordination. The ideal candidate will proactively overcome project challenges, partnering with internal leadership and external partners—while training and leading Project Engineers (PE). It is expected that those who are promoted to this position have mastered and performed successfully as a PE.

ABOUT rand*

rand* construction is an award-winning, woman-owned national commercial contractor specializing in tenant interiors, retail, restaurants, and building renovations (capital expenditure). Founded in 1989 by Linda Rabbitt, rand* has grown from a small interiors firm to a multi-market construction company offering a wide range of services to national and regional clients. Today, rand* is headquartered in Alexandria, VA, and manages regional offices in Atlanta, GA; Austin, TX; Dallas, TX; Houston, TX; Denver, CO; and Salt Lake City, UT with revenues in excess of $600mm annually.

Essential Job Duties

• Independently manage certain aspects of a project, as determined by Project Manager (PM) or Senior Project Manager (SPM)
• Time spent on project sites coordinating with the superintendent and helping manage trades and work in place
• Facilitate trade coordination onsite
• Develop basic project/breakout schedules
• Train and manage PEs on key tasks such as meeting minutes; RFI review/evaluation; and timely issuance and receipt of workflow processes
• Evaluate and manage RFI and submittal distribution
• Assist assembling prime contract exhibits
• Identify cost and schedule impacts through material tracking log
• Support PM in subcontract creation and administration for MSAs and subcontractor agreements
• Collect all COI requirements; maintain and update COIs throughout project
• Enforce, lead and follow rand* jobsite safety and cleanliness standards
• Review and approve subcontractor invoices with oversight of PM
• Generate basic estimates for change order work and / or small service projects
• Review, vet and compile all costs related to owner change orders for review by PM
• Establish peer relationships with construction managers, architects, building management teams
• Serve as the primary point of contact for client, owner, architect, and project team on service jobs
• Additional duties as assigned
  
  

Preferred Qualifications And Experience

• BS in Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management is preferred
• Understanding of project management and project sequencing
• Familiarity with field trades duties and responsibilities
• Ability to negotiate with subcontractors
• Effective time management skills
• Excellent analytical and quantitative skills
• Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with clients, building owners, building managers, consultants, architects, and fellow employees
• Knowledge and familiarity with contracts
• Basic understanding of finance principles including job cost, revenue, budgets and cash flow
• Computer knowledge and efficiency, including Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, and Procore
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  
  

PHYSICAL JOB DEMANDS & WORKING CONDITIONS

This position is located in the Alexandria, VA office.

Note: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee.

rand* is consistently ranked among the best companies to work for, and we aspire to be the most respected and renowned builder for excellence, leadership, integrity, and unsurpassed value.

rand* construction is committed to ensuring an inclusive environment. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer by providing opportunities for all employees and applicants without regard to race, sex, gender, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and LGBTQ+ individuals are encouraged to apply.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Construction

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