Water and Wastewater Plant Project Engineer

Building Crafts, Inc.; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction firm in Nebraska is seeking a Project Engineer for their water and wastewater treatment projects. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects. Responsibilities include updating project schedules, assisting in procurement, and coordinating with teams. This role requires travel and adherence to safety standards, offering a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Educational background- preferably a Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, environmental engineering or construction management.
• Prior internship or Co-op experience is a plus.
• Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multi-tasking skills.

Responsibilities

• Update project schedules as required.
• Assist the Project Manager with purchase orders and submittal reviews.
• Maintain job files and verify field measurements.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office knowledge

Ability to manage priorities

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field

Job description

Summary of Position:

This position is a corporate office or field position that assists with the management, coordination, and hands‑on construction of one or multiple projects in the water and wastewater treatment industry. Project Engineers work directly for the Project Manager, Project Superintendent or Estimators. Previous Water and Wastewater construction experience is preferred. They thrive on planning projects and working with project teams.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Update project schedules as required
• Assist the Project Manager with purchase orders, submittal reviews, and preparation
• Maintain job files, submittal logs, request for information, change and field orders
• Verify field measurements for material fabrication and expedite deliveries
• Spare parts transfer
• Attend meetings with subcontractors, engineers, and owners
• Remain current on safety standards and provide knowledge & feedback
• Perform other related duties as assigned by management
• Assist in estimating responsibilities

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Educational background- preferably a Bachelor’s degree (at a minimum) in the fields of civil engineering, environmental engineering and/or construction management
• Prior internship or Co‑op experience is a plus
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage priorities, workflow and handle multiple projects while meeting deadlines
• Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multi-tasking skills
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office

Physical Requirements/Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to do the following:

• Frequent travel by car; Proof of insurance and a clean DMV record may be required.
• Coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously.
• The noise level in the work environment varies from quiet to loud.
• May be required to wear appropriate PPE equipment when in the field.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision ability to adjust focus.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop; kneel; sit; talk and hear. The employee may need to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Building Crafts, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action federal and state contractor. The company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.