Project Engineer - Shipyards

PROJECT ENGINEER

At ACI we build our company and our culture not by counting people, but by making our people count! $0.00 COST FOR MEDICAL, DENTAL, SHORT TERM DISABILITY & LIFE INSURANCE (EMPLOYEE ONLY) COVERAGE! Atlantic Constructors has been recognized as an industry leader in the Mid-Atlantic Region for over 50 years. Benefits Medical Insurance Plan ($0.00 Employee-Only) Dental Insurance Plan ($0.00 Employee-Only) Short‑Term Disability Plan ($0.00 Employee-Only) Life Insurance Plan ($0.00 Employee-Only) Vision Insurance Plan 401(K) Retirement Plan with Generous Company Matching Health Savings Plan with Generous Company Matching Wellness Programs Atlantic Constructors offers competitive benefits; for more information visit our website at Acibuilds.com. Summary/Objective Our Project Engineers at the Newport News Shipyards work with and support ACI's field operations on shipyard projects. The Shipyard Project Engineer will report directly to the Vice President of ACI and help run operations on Shipyard projects, with the primary responsibility of ensuring our field forces have the materials, equipment and information necessary to effectively complete the scope of work. As an extension of the ACI Project Manager (PM), the Project Engineer is ultimately responsible for understanding and accomplishing the customer's goals while protecting and promoting the interests of ACI and its subcontractors/suppliers in all project‑related matters. Essential Functions Assist project management in the submission and review of permits, proposals, contracts, schedules and change orders. Review specifications and drawings in preparation of subcontractor scopes of work and project tracking. Understand contract documents and help identify scope gaps. Prepare and distribute project RFIs and submittals and maintain subsequent logs. Review vendor/supplier submittals for conformance to contract documents and timely track the submittal process. Manage project‑specific materials and equipment purchases including sourcing, maintaining vendor relations, ordering and tracking deliveries and receiving and processing invoices. Assist project manager and procurement with the buyout process. Create and maintain internal project schedules and project tracking reports. Support field in expediting schedule, completion of field paperwork and expediting materials. Assist project superintendent with enforcement of site safety and notify management of any issues that arise affecting safety, quality, budget and progress of work. Support operations and Project Manager with client communications regarding project schedules and milestones. Assist and support the Project Manager by attending/scheduling project meetings with ACI's project team, clients, subcontractors, vendors and suppliers. Prepare and distribute subcontractor and client meeting minutes. Coordinate and attend punch list walk-throughs as needed; compile the punch list and forward to PM and Superintendent. Compile and provide closeout documentation (turnover packages) to the client at the end of the project (as‑built drawings, O&Ms, warranties, etc.). Establish good working relationships and foster positive communications with other team members, management, vendors/suppliers and clients. Keep up‑to‑date on industry technology, trends and developments. Perform other duties as assigned. Supervisory Responsibility No Required Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field, or 3 years of relevant experience with an equivalent combination of education and experience (preferably in a construction environment). Intermediate to advanced skill level in Microsoft Office products including Word, Project, Excel, Outlook and PDF editing software (Bluebeam, Adobe). Familiarity with 3D modeling software (Revit, AutoCAD, Inventor, Navisworks) is a plus. Ability to learn company‑specific software as needed or required, e.g. Procore and Viewpoint. Proven track record working with people, teams and projects. Must be able to multi‑task, work with minimal supervision, follow written and oral instructions, show attention to detail and demonstrate sound problem‑solving skills. Must adhere to all company policy and procedures. Must be available to work assigned schedules. Work Environment The work environment and physical demands required would be representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job, and may include, but are not limited to the following: Works in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment. Position may require visits to the construction site or job site assignments. Physical Demands This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopier, filing cabinets and fax machines. Travel Traveling out of state and overnight may be required. Preferred Prior military experience. Experience in industrial‑scale mechanical construction projects as an Industrial Project Engineer. Visit us at for more information! Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Atlantic Constructors, Inc.