Lead Project Engineer

Job Description Plans, directs, and coordinates activities of civil industrial projects such as Wastewater Pump Stations, Water Reclamation Facilities, and large‑scale utility projects. Ensures that project goals are accomplished within prescribed time frame and funding parameters. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Analyze and understand plans and specifications. Follow administrative procedures as outlined in the Project Administration Manual. Inspect construction sites to monitor progress and ensure conformance to engineering plans, specifications, and construction/safety standards. Produce accurate schedules using CPM scheduling programs. Supervise and coordinate the submittal process and working drawings requirements. Prepare or direct preparation and modification of reports, specifications, plans, environmental impact studies, and designs for the project as necessary. Provide contract interpretation and clarification. Maintain and update project schedules, including monthly schedules and weekly two‑week look‑ahead reviews. Understand and manage cost and productivity data. Maintain, verify, and report cost and income quantities for work performed. Review, approve, and submit progress billings. Analyze, prepare, and maintain job costs and production budget. Work with the Superintendent to control job costs and production budget. Prepare and submit accurate and timely monthly cost, income, and cash flow projections. Execute and approve subcontractor requisitions and vendor invoices. Coordinate, price and assist the Project Manager in settlement of change orders and claims. Respond to issues quickly; proactively solve problems and handle multiple tasks. Manage time and organize office and filing system efficiently; maintain accurate project correspondence files. Maintain subcontractor insurance certificate compliance. Maintain project compliance with underground utility notifications and locations (e.g., Miss Utility). Promote and participate in two‑week and long‑range planning with the job team. Treat all coworkers with respect and work well with subcontractors and suppliers. Consistently apply and enforce the Safety Policy at all times. Education and/or Experience Civil Engineering or Construction Management degree (B.S.) from a four‑year college or university. 5‑10 years of experience in a related field. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Computer literate: proficient with spreadsheets, word processing, and CPM scheduling programs such as Primavera Project Planner, Project Management software, and Microsoft Office. Experience using cost and productivity data. Communicates clearly and professionally, both verbally and in writing, with the job team and owners. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business reports, correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to present information and respond to questions from managers, clients, customers, and the public. Ability to apply mathematical concepts such as plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply fractions and percentages to practical situations. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret technical instructions in textual, diagrammatic, or schedule form. Ability to solve practical problems in situations with limited standardization. Kokosing 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Kokosing Industrial, Inc.