Intern/Project Engineer - Eagle, ID

Named as a national "Top 10" Affordable Housing Developer by Affordable Housing Finance Magazine, The Pacific Companies is working to fulfill the need for quality housing in the West without compromising efficiency or sustainability. With comprehensive expertise in development and construction, we are constantly seeking new opportunities to magnify our efforts by building an effective team. We are searching for trustworthy and committed individuals who are prepared to uplift others, execute goals, and support our mission through their efforts.

We are currently seeking a Intern/Project Engineer to work in Eagle, ID.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
This position provides overall administrative direction for several projects and assuming responsibility for the overall project performance including costs, schedule, quality and project status. This position involves subcontract negotiations, liaison with owners and partners, engineers and sub-trades and management of the technical and financial aspects of the contract.

• Assist with solicitation of subcontractor proposals
• Develop site plans to facilitation execution of construction means and methods
• Maintain excellent relationships with owner, partner, architect, consultants, subcontractors and public
• Digital drawing red-line updates and management
• Liaise with authorities and regulatory agencies
• Assist with establishing project reporting procedures
• Assist with development and monitoring of the project schedule and budget
• Establish construction plans and engineering methods
• Assist with negotiating and issuing of subcontracts and major purchase orders including the development of scope
• Writing, tracking and following up on RFI's and Submittals
• Reviewing submittals and shop drawings for general conformance with contract documents
• Understand and enforce contractual responsibilities, contract documents and provide dispute resolution
• Assist with managing and reviewing change orders, including negotiating, processing and assessing cost and schedule impacts

Qualifications:

• Computer knowledge and efficiency, including Microsoft Office products
• Thorough understanding of industry
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Good math/accounting skills
• Strong management skills
• Functions effectively as part of a team
• Ability to develop or maintain relationships with clients
• Exhibits strong leadership qualities
• Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality at all times
• Dependability
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Strong decision making/problem solving skills

Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor's degree or pursuing a degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, Civil Engineering, equivalent degree or direct related professional work experience.
• Experience with RFI's, Submittals and Contract Administration
• Experience with Project Scheduling and Budgeting
• Understanding of the Bidding Process
• Leadership, problem solving, organizational ability, customer service and communication skills are required

Preferred Experience:

• Experience in Multi-Family Unit Construction
• Experience with Project Management Software including Microsoft Project, Procore or similar
• Experience in Commercial Construction

All Employment with The Pacific Companies is at will, meaning that employees or the company may terminate employment at any time and for any reason.

The Pacific Companies' team has extensive experience in the industry, with over 300 projects undertaken in our over 25 years of business. Between planning, design, finance, construction, and management, our fully integrated structure supports opportunities for growth, collaboration, and expertise for every contributing individual. Join us and apply your personal strengths to help make quality housing more accessible to those who need it most.