Project Engineer 1

With guidance from an assistant project manager and project manager, the project engineer is on a career path to become an assistant project manager, assisting in preconstruction, contract follow-up, and site set-up efforts.

Location Hampton Roads, VA Office Greater Virginia Job ID 1156


Responsibilities

• Work closely with project manager, assistant project manager, or lead superintendent in field assignment.
• Ability to lead, manage, and instruct on-site assigned personnel, providing them with a positive work environment with opportunity for growth and training.
• Ability to read, understand, and interpret plans, specifications, and shop drawings, and to ensure that the project is constructed in strict accordance with the Contract Documents.
• Working knowledge of AIA Contract Documents, contract law, and subcontracts.
• Demonstrated ability to interact, communicate, and function professionally with all parties associated with the project.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate and maintain activities of a jobsite office.
• Ability to utilize technology and computer programs to assist in the performance of job duties.
• Thorough knowledge of all construction trades, including surveying and engineering procedures.
• Thorough knowledge of cost accounting systems and Company policies and procedures.
• Strict adherence to safety and cleanliness throughout the project.
• Demonstrated ability to develop, manipulate, and maintain project schedules.
• Demonstrated understanding in estimating, contracting, cost reporting, project accounting, logs and documentation, shop drawing and submittal process, meetings, quality assurance, safety, scheduling, field applications, and project close-out.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Construction Management, Engineering, or related discipline.
• Three (3) years of experience in field construction.
• Proficient with construction terminology, general contracts, and subcontracts.
• Proficient with reading, interpreting, and modifying construction plans/specs as it relates to the general contract.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage assigned personnel effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with the owner, design team, site team, subcontractors, and vendors.
• Demonstrated ability to organize necessary resources to meet deadlines and achieve desired results.
• Ability to use construction management software, including MS Excel, MS Word, MS Project, Procore, and other web-based or mobile document and project management solutions.

Benefits

Harkins offers a total compensation package that includes base salary, bonus potential, and a comprehensive benefits package including health/dental/vision benefits, paid time off, retirement/401k, and Company Contribution plan. Additional benefits include life insurance, short & long-term disability, HSA/FSA, tuition reimbursement, and mileage and expense reimbursement. For this role, the base salary range is $65,000-$75,000. Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. Base pay is one part of the Total Compensation Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

• Medical, Dental & Vision
• Life & Disability
• HSA/FSA
• 401k Plan
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Profit Sharing Program
• Performance Bonus
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation & Sick Leave
• Mileage and Expense Reimbursement
• Phone Allowance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Pet Insurance
• Jury Duty Pay
• Bereavement Pay
• Training Programs & Seminars
• Wellness Programs
• Health Fair
• Workers’ Compensation
• Membership with Associated Builders & Contractors Association and other Professional Organizations
• Product Discounts with GE and other vendors
• Employee Award and Recognition Programs
• Discounts on Financial Planning
• Tower Federal Credit Union Membership