Preconstruction Project Engineer

Pre-construction Engineer

CK Construction Group has been providing construction services to private and public agencies since 1956. We have established a strong reputation within our markets by executing projects on time and within budget while adhering to strict quality control and safety measures. We have the people, equipment, construction materials, experience, and bonding capacity to complete most any size project.

We offer comprehensive design phase and construction phase services under all delivery and contractual methods, including construction management, general contracting, design-build, and design-assist. In addition, we offer self-perform construction services including concrete, steel erection, carpentry, drywall and acoustical ceilings and an in-house AWI Certified mill shop.

Job Description:

POSITION SUMMARY: The Pre-construction Engineer (PCE) role is to assist the Pre-Construction Manager, Marketing/Business Development, Estimating and Operations team members with project pursuits and preconstruction engineering for Construction Manager at Risk (CMaR) projects. The PCE will primarily be responsible for creating or assisting in the creation and implementation of preconstruction processes explained below.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist in and/or create the deliverables required for RFP project pursuits, including: schedules, site logistics plans, technical project approach writing and business deal development.
• Assist in and/or be responsible for preconstruction project management after award of a project, including: project file set up, team responsibility delegations, attending OAC meetings, generating meeting minutes, communicating between owner, architect, contractor and trade contractors.
• Assist in and/or be responsible for drawing and specs reviews and keeping all applicable logs and document tracking.
• Assist in and/or be responsible for RFI log tracking and communication between the design team and trade contractors during budgeting and bidding exercises.
• Assist in and/or be responsible for creation of CK bidding documents, including: projectsummaries, bid schedules, bid logistics plans, scopes of work, bid forms, and subcontracting documents.
• Assist in and/or be responsible for preparation of design-assist qualification and best value proposal packages.
• Working with the estimating department on any related budgeting and bidding exercises.
• Assist in and/or be responsible for scheduling and attending trade contractor scope reviews, generating scope review meeting minutes, trade contractor follow ups after bidding.
• Working with the procurement department and assisting in and/or being responsible for trade contractor prequalification.
• Assist in and/or be responsible for the completion of the GMP proposal documents, including all applicable exhibits to the contract.
• Working with the contracts department to ensure the project abides by all required contract language, including insurances and safety policies.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Basic understanding of construction and construction processes.
• Proficient in Microsoft programs and basic computer programs.
• Basic understanding of CPM scheduling and Oracle scheduling software.
• Ability to adapt to new computer software.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS: Must have a valid driver's license and good driving record.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Possess a 4-year Bachelor's degree in an Engineering or Construction Management discipline or combination of field and technical experience.

CK Construction 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.