Project Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary

The Project Engineer is responsible for planning and execution of a construction project as part of a project team. This position also plans and coordinates the activities concerned with the construction of structures, facilities, and systems of a construction project.

Bristol Alliance of Companies (Bristol) is committed to building lasting relationships that reflect our hard work, ingenuity, and dedication to safety. Every employee has an impact on our success, which benefits the Native Culture, land, and people of the Bristol Bay region.

Our values: People, Communities, Reputation, Teamwork, Trust, and Truth.

Essential Functions

• Study Contract Documents to thoroughly understand the scope of work and explain plans and contract requirements to administrative and field staff.
• Participate in site pre-planning meeting. Review scope of work in detail. Review and discuss any special job requirements.
• Discuss the schedule and participate in a comprehensive review of the Job Schedule.
• Discuss methods for interval planning (i.e., daily, weekly, bi-weekly, monthly, etc.), review forms and reporting methods.
• Confirm that all required permits and licenses have been obtained.
• Responsible for the management of a variety of project documentation, including, but not limited to, processing and review of submittals and writing and coordinating of RFI’s.
• Assist with and/or be responsible for coordination of work activities and other project requirements with Owner, consultants, subcontractors, and other entities.
• Assist in and/or negotiate revisions, changes, and additions to contractual agreements with subcontractors and suppliers.
• Assist in preparation of budget estimates and progress and cost tracking reports.
• Confer with supervisory personnel, owners, contractors, and design professionals to discuss and resolve matters such as work procedures, complaints, and construction problems.
• Confer with the Superintendent to take appropriate actions to deal with the results of delays, bad weather, or emergencies at the construction site.
• Attend weekly job site meetings and maintain/revise interval planning requirements to satisfy job conditions.
• Assist Project Manager with evaluation of changes and discuss impact on job completion.
• Assist in review and updating of the project schedule with Project Manager and Superintendent and assist in the evaluation of effects of changes on the project work plan.
• Inspect and review projects to monitor compliance with the Contract Documents, building and safety codes, and other requirements and regulations.
• Assist in the initiation and pricing of change orders and claims.
• Review job charges (Material, Sub-contract, Equipment Rental, Labor, etc.).
• Participate in the investigation of damages, accidents, or delays at construction sites.
• Close-out project with Superintendent and confirm all required documentation has been submitted/provided to the Owner.
• Other duties as assigned.

Competencies

• Ability to read and comprehend construction documents.
• Skilled with Microsoft (MS) Excel and Word.
• Ability to gather and analyze data, reason logically and creatively, draw conclusions and make appropriate recommendations.
• Ability to monitor and review information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems and control resources.
• Skilled in interpersonal communication to connect and assist with staff and clients.
• Ability to write in a clear and concise manner.
• Ability to prioritize and organize, work well under stress, meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of buildings and other structures.
• Ability to identify problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Ability to perform tasks in a safe and responsible manner.
• Knowledge of MS Project or Primavera.

Required Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or business management. Equivalent years of experience may be substituted for a degree.
• Valid driver’s license.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience on commercial/industrial construction projects.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Position may be subject to both inside and outside environmental conditions, noise sufficient to cause the worker to shout.
• Position may be subject to a variety of physical conditions – proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electric current, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals.
• Position may be subject to atmospheric conditions – fumes, odors, dusts, mist, gases, or poor ventilation.
• Position may be subject to close visual acuity to perform activities such as viewing a computer terminal and extensive reading.

Physical Qualifications

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Mobility: must be able to stoop, kneel, reach, walk, lift, grasp, feel, talk, hear, and perform repetitive motions.
• Hearing: must be able to hear audible safety alarms.
• Visual Acuity: must be adequate to perform the above listed tasks in a safe manner and perform activities such as viewing a computer terminal and extensive reading.
• Lifting: must be able to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.

Benefits

Excellent salary and benefits package to include paid time off, paid holidays, comprehensive health plan including medical, dental, vision, life, short-term disability insurance, and 401(k) plan with employer match.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Bristol companies are equal opportunity employers and offer any available positions to all, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, parenthood, pregnancy, marital status, or changes in marital status, in accordance with applicable state and federal laws. This applies to recruitment, placement, pay, benefits, training, employment status changes, social and recreational programs, and other conditions and benefits of employment.

Bristol grants employment preference first to BBNC and Choggiung shareholders, their spouses, or descendants, and second to Alaska Native Corporation shareholders in accordance with P.L. 93-638.

Disclaimer

This job description is not intended to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

This job description is not a contract or employment. It does not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. All employment with Bristol is “at-will” which means that Bristol or employee can terminate the employment relationship at any time with or without cause.