Project Engineer

Project Engineer

Kraemer North America is currently looking for an experienced Project Engineer to join our National Railroad Group. This role will be based on a multi-year rail project in Ranier, MN with the home office out of Eau Claire, WI. The Project Engineer assists project management in coordinating resources, schedules and subcontractors for on-site engineering activities. This person ensures Kraemer crews are planning their work by following the Work Activity Plan process while adhering to and promoting Kraemer's culture of QUALITY, SAFETY, EXCELLENCE. The Project Engineer will also assist the Project Manager to ensure the Five Point Planning Process is implemented and followed.

We value our people. We work safely. We provide quality and commitment.

We're proud to offer a stable and challenging work environment that supports personal and professional growth. As a family-centered company, Kraemer is committed to delivering technical, innovative, and complete solutions for challenging highway and bridge construction projects. We recognize that our people are our greatest strength, and we're proud to employ some of the most talented professionals in the construction industry.

Responsibilities

• Ensure Work Activity Plans (WAP) are completed
• Oversee and review WAPs
• Work with project superintendents and foremen on Work Activity Planning and Team communication
• Provide leadership and carry out our Kraemer safety culture in day-to-day operations and TEAM meetings
• Assist with the administration and compliance of Kraemer Safety and Quality Programs
• Ensure quality records are completed and documented
• Assist with project planning; coordinate schedules, subcontractors, etc.
• Monitor project cost control and material/equipment inventory
• Process routine paperwork: invoices, transmittals, submittals, etc.
• Assist the Project Manager with handling concerns, complications, etc. of owners/agencies
• Assist the foremen and superintendents with engineering-related tasks that occur in the field
• Participate in estimating processes when needed
• Interact with subcontractors, suppliers, owners and project managers when coordinating project construction
• Mentor and develop field engineering staff
• Assist in identifying market opportunities for assigned region by establishing and maintaining effective contact
• with owners, subs, suppliers and potential clients
• Ensure compliance with EEO/Affirmative Action contract requirements
• Review and submit RFIs; check for accuracy, process submittals and RFIs from subs and suppliers
• Perform CTCs with PM
• Process internal and external CMOs

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management or equivalent experience
• Minimum 3 years of previous rail/bridge experience preferred
• Movable bridge experience preferred
• Ability and willingness to travel as needed
• Experience in formwork and falsework engineering
• Strong decision-making and/or problem-solving skills
• Effective interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• Efficient in Microsoft Office applications
• Previous experience working with document controls
• Previous experience with construction software and AGTEK/AutoCAD preferred

Benefits

• Medical & Dental Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401(k) Savings Plan with company match
• Profit Sharing
• Health Care Reimbursement Plan
• Life Insurance & Dependent Life Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Holidays/Vacation/Sick Pay
• Educational Assistance
• Computer Purchase Program
• Company Vehicle/Fuel Card
• Company Cell Phone/Computer

Hiring Range: $95,000 - $120,000. Base salary is dependent on multiple factors: education, experience, skills, market rates, internal equity and/or location.