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Sr. Project Engineer

$100k - $120k
Full-time

DPR

Job Description

At DPR roles and responsibilities are more than describing a job titlethey are a commitment to building great things together. The job description(s) below defines core responsibilities and the scope of the role and is a starting point. Every employee is expected to lead from where they are take ownership of outcomes and always act in the best interest of the team customer project and organization.

As a purpose-driven organization on a journey to be most admired we rely on trust shared leadership open communication disciplined action and a deep respect for the individual to drive exceptional performance. Success is not just about what we build but who we build and how we build it: with integrity enjoyment uniqueness and an ever-forward mindset.

Job Summary:
Facilitates the successful delivery of construction projects independently by applying comprehensive technical expertise in project activities methodologies and leading practices. Collaborates with multidisciplinary project teams contractors and stakeholders to ensure alignment with project requirements adherence to schedules and achievement of rigorous quality standards. Facilitates efficient project execution by proactively monitoring progress analyzing performance metrics identifying moderately complex project issues and recommending strategic solutions to mitigate risks and optimize outcomes. Elevates team performance and facilitates continuous improvement by sharing comprehensive project knowledge and resolving moderately complex tasks.

Key Responsibilities:
Reviews moderately complex technical aspects of construction projects ensuring adherence to design specifications and quality benchmarks while maintaining consistent field presence to support safe execution of work participating in safety meetings including stretch and flex and applying working knowledge of high-risk activities to support effective planning and controlled outcomes.
Coordinates with project managers architects and subcontractors to resolve moderately complex technical challenges on projects ensuring uninterrupted crew productivity and project progress.
Reviews and provides feedback on construction drawings submittals and change orders for accuracy and alignment with project goals.
Supports the implementation of project controls including schedule tracking and cost monitoring to support timely and cost-effective delivery.
Prepares and presents progress reports and technical documentation for internal and external stakeholders.
Identifies and mitigates risks on projects through field analysis and the application of engineering solutions.
Supports less experienced project team members in resolving moderately complex project issues and provides technical expertise on safety and quality standards.

Education Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in construction management engineering architecture a related field or equivalent experience required.

Work Experience:
4 - 6 years of experience in construction engineering project engineering or a related field required.

Certifications and Licenses:
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 30-Hour Construction certification preferred. OSHA 30 program completion within 6 months of hire is required.

Anticipated starting pay range:

$100000.00- $120000.00

Nothing is more important than your health and wellness. DPR offers a variety of medical dental vision and wellness benefits to keep you healthy. Read more about eligibility and available benefits programs

for .

DPR Construction is a forward-thinking self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology life sciences healthcare higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990 DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world.

Working at DPR youll have the chance to try new things explore unique paths and shape your future. Here we build opportunity togetherby harnessing our talents enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report Forbes Fast Company and Newsweek.

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