Project Engineer

A bit about us:

Leader in design/build construction, interior renovations, and construction management in the St. Louis market for over 20 years. Recognized as the Largest Minority Owned Business Enterprise in the area. Extensive network of personnel, subcontractors, and vendors ensures every detail is considered from project conception to completion, including budgeting, scheduling, and construction.

Why join us?

Career Growth: Promoting from within and supporting long-term development.

Comprehensive Benefits:
100% Employer-Paid Health Plans for employees
Employer-Provided Dental and Vision Plans
Employer-Sponsored Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
Employer-Provided Basic Life Insurance (up to $200,000)
Employer-Provided Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance
Additional Benefits available for employees and their families

Other Perks:
In-office gym
Personal training sessions
Yoga classes
Massage therapist
Game room

Company Culture:
Fun, energetic, and people-centered
Strong focus on work-life balance and safety
Team activities and employee engagement
Support for both physical and mental wellness

Impact and Recognition:
Fastest-growing contractor in St. Louis
Largest MBE construction firm in St. Louis
Ranked #34 Top Data Center Construction Firms (BD+C)
Ranked #74 Top Healthcare Construction Firms (BD+C)
Known for high-profile, complex, award-winning, mission-critical projects

Job Details

The construction Project Engineer will be based on the construction project site, and may even travel to sites across the country. The Project Engineer will provide support to the project staff to ensure quality and timely execution of design/build, self-perform projects from design to completion. These phases include: Scheduling, bidding, permitting, subcontractor buyout, cost reporting, preparation of subcontracts, the handling of owner coordination, construction quality oversight, and project closeout. Travel or relocation will be required.

Responsibilities:
Effectively influence, negotiate, and communicate with owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, suppliers and co-workers
Ability to negotiate, track, and create change orders, submittals, RFI's, and pay requests
Actively contribute to the project schedule and close-out process
Assist Superintendent in the management of subcontractors.
Monitor project labor, project costs, and equipment needs
Participate in the design development process to collaborate and value engineer construction methods to reduce time and cost
Assist in the preconstruction, quality, and safety processes
Establish and maintain project schedules and budgets, responsible for overall project delivery
Ensure contractor compliance of safety/OSHA requirements are met on all job sites to minimize risk
Manage submittal process, change order negotiations and contract compliance
Establish effective relationships and strive for a collaborative team environment
Provide pricing for changes in project scope
Any other work related-tasks required
Our projects are nationwide - Travel or relocation will be required

Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field of study
1-5 years of experience in commercial project management
Successful internships or project engineering experience is a plus
Design-Build experience is ideal
Active jobsite experience and strong safety record
Ability to interpret blueprints, specifications, inspection reports, etc.
Significant knowledge of construction methods as well as an understanding of municipalities and the permit processes
Ability to manage subcontractors and vendors
Proven ability to negotiate and track change orders, submittals, RFI's, and pay requests
Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks at a time
Proven ability to direct Superintendent to ensure accurate completion of project scope
Documented ability to meet sensitive timelines
Strong knowledge of Building Code and Safety Regulations
Strong knowledge of MS Office suite including MS Excel, and MS Project or other project management software
Procore Certified or knowledge and skill in Procore
Ability to walk the job site, climb ladders, and multi floor scaffolding.
Ability to lift objects at least 50lbs.
We are a drug free work place, must be able to pass pre and random drug tests
Self-motivated and able to lead and motivate team members
Thoughtful and confident decision making skills with high ethical standards
Good verbal and written communication skills
Good interpersonal skills and a high level of professionalism
Problem solving skills and the ability to think and react quickly under pressure
Service-oriented approach in working with owners, co-workers, and any joint venture partners
Strong attention to detail and high level of organization
Reliable, dependable and professional with a strong sense of urgency

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