Project Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Summary:

Provides technical, quality control and administrative support to Superintendents, Project Engineers and Project Managers on jobsites

Essential Functions:

• Ensures that all Nicholson and OSHA safety regulations are followed and enforced
• Performs field quality control tests and day to day tasks associated with preconstruction group responsibilities
• Prepares and manage quality control, production records and scheduling
• Orders materials, writes purchase orders, and tracks inventory
• Runs small work crews (technical tasks like water testing, load testing, etc.)
• Research and resolve drawing interpretation problems, conflicts, interferences, and errors
• Performs field surveys and resolves geometry issues
• Prepares drawings and sketches to support construction work
• Assists in preparation technical writing of change order documentation and claim analysis
• Ensures all installation follows Nicholson Quality Control Manual
• Expand Takeoffs/Approaches from Estimate to Constructability Level
• CAD Work/Sketchup
• Expand Drawings / Design to Shop Drawing Level on Key Components
• Solicit Vendors/Subs

Education & Training:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related degree

Experience:

• Experience (2-6 years) of construction equipment/ techniques (i.e. drawings, specifications, building materials, surveying, design, or geotechnical work)

Knowledge and Abilities:

• Basic knowledge of bidding and job costing procedures
• Knowledgeable in structural and geotechnical designs related to our techniques
• Proficient with MS Word, Excel and Outlook

Physical Requirements:

• Lift, carry, pull and push at least 40 pounds
• Travel per the company travel policy, often overnight and away from home

Mental Requirements:

• Converse effectively using both verbal and written communication.
• Make decisions and assume accountability
• Concentrate on tasks
• Demonstrate ability to manage stress and emotions as related to the workplace
• Attention to detail
• Identify and resolve conflict
• Assess safety and risk

Benefits:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment
• Life Insurance
• Maternal and Paternal Leave
• 401(k)matching
• Safe Harbor Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation
• Sick Days

Nicholson Construction participates in E-Verify.

Please be advised that all interested candidates are REQUIRED to attach a copy of your resume in order to be considered.

In an effort to foster a diverse workforce Nicholson Construction encourages applications from minorities, veterans, women and individuals with disabilities. EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability

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