Project Engineer I

Project Engineer

The Project Engineer will perform engineering evaluations of design, process, and manage design information necessary to construct projects on time and within the budget to the quality specified by the contract documents. This position will provide technical support for the engineering process and contribute to the project completion. Project Engineers will also analyze project requirements, perform standard technical calculations, and review production, malfunction, and maintenance reports to determine or address problems.

Essential Responsibilities

• Act as a liaison with CMS Team Members, Architects, Subcontractors, Consultants, Suppliers, Inspectors and other parties as needed to resolve issues related to plans and specifications
• Review project documents and prepare concise statements of work for subcontractors, ensuring avoidance of scope gaps or overlap
• Assist the Estimating team in reviewing the design requirements of design-build projects, coordinating with the DOR (Designers of Records), technical requirements for developing costs, material needs, and preparing proposals
• Ensure all drawings and specifications are appropriately generated and related to the bid documents used in developing the estimate
• Review submittals, shop drawings, and design drawings specifications/design analysis documents to ensure conformance to the project's contract requirements. This may include multiple design disciplines.
• Coordinate with the DOR and the client to ensure that all design deliverables are submitted in adherence to the project schedule.
• Assist in resolving design problems, including running calculations, performing field investigations or inspections, documenting findings, and proposing solutions.
• Develop/ review red line drawings provided by project team members to ensure all changes to the contract drawings and specifications have been captured during the project's lifetime. Will also review the as-builts for conformance with redline drawings and contract requirements.
• Develop plans, specifications, drawings, and inspection reports, as needed, on assigned tasks and projects. Ensure these items are complete, accurate, and in accordance with applicable engineering codes and specifications.
• Prepare statements of work for designers of record.
• Adjust work schedule to meet short deadlines and manage multiple assignments simultaneously
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

• Proficient in math, AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, and Adobe Acrobat
• Utilizes technologies such as Building Information Modeling (BIM)
• Knowledge and ability to perform calculations accurately and within a timely manner.
• Familiarity with reference materials and where/how to find information needed in professional work
• Ability to respectfully and professionally represent CMS when communicating in person or through written communication when interacting with clients, team members, and all others.
• Ability to effectively work in a cohesive team working together to achieve project goals.
• Proficient organizational skills to effectively manage time and resources in the most efficient manner
• Self-starter proficient in organizing and completing assigned tasks within a specified time frame

Education and Experience

• A bachelor's degree in Structural /Electrical/Mechanical/Civil Engineering and two or more years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience

Reporting Structure

• Reports to the Engineering Manager
• This position does not have direct reports.

Travel

• 0-10% travel required.
• This position will require occasional local, regional, and interstate travel to client offices, project sites, and other locations as assigned. Some projects may require international travel.

Physical Requirements

This position required Team Members to work in the Field and office setting. When working in the field, team members will work around moving heavy machinery and equipment and working in outside conditions, including inclement weather, heat, humidity, and cold. The noise level may be loud at times due to machinery and equipment. Must be able to move objects weighing up to 40 Ibs. using abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support repetitively for 10 to 20 minute intervals without fatigue. Constant movement and use of limbs for the duration of shift.

When in the office, Team Members can anticipate Sedentary work in a climate-controlled environment with moderate noise levels. Most duties performed require the use of a computer, phone, and in-person or virtual meetings. Maintain a stationary position for prolonged periods during the shift. Constant operation of computer and other office equipment such as copy machine, phone, and printer. Occasionally transport objects up to 15 Ibs. such as small parcels, packages, and other items.