Project Engineer

Multifamily-Project Engineer - Las VegasD.R. Horton, Inc., the largest homebuilder in the U.S., was founded in 1978 and is a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange. It is engaged in the construction and sale of high quality homes designed principally for the entry-level and first time move-up markets. The Company also provides mortgage financing and title services for homebuyers through its mortgage and title subsidiaries. DHI Communities is a multifamily development division of D.R. Horton, Inc. DHI Communities is currently looking for a Multifamily-Project Engineer in our Construction Department. The right candidate will be responsible for assisting Project Managers and Superintendents in coordinating the activities of projects to ensure cost, schedule, document control and quality standards are met.Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.Work to obtain all necessary permits as requestedEnsure contracts, insurance, and bonds are current and received before subcontractor performs any work on site.Follow up and escalate any issues as necessaryPrepare and assist with all project meeting agendas and associated attachments, including pre-installation meetingsProduce and maintain all meeting minutes for publishing to project teamDistribute all short interval and overall project schedules.Ensure subcontractors have current scopes of work.Assist Project Manager in the development of the overall project scheduleReview drawings and specifications in order to identify long lead times and critical path items for projectDraft, submit, track, and distribute all RFIs to team members as appropriatePursue and monitor submittals and track deliveries of materials.Verify all submittal conformity to plans & specificationsCollect Superintendent and subcontractor's daily reports including weekly project pictures and safety documentation.Review project documentation and inform Project Manager of incomplete items or deficienciesReview and code budget line Items, change orders, and invoices. Check for accuracy and compare to cost to complete forecastDistribute all punch-lists and the follow-up as necessary to ensure timely completion of punch-list workDemonstrate effective communication and relationship building. Keep field team members and Superintendent informed and active in all decision-makingConducts all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the companyAbility to work overtimeAbility to travel overnightEducation and/or Experience High School Diploma or equivalent One (1) to Three (3) years related experience and/or training, one year of construction experience is required Working under the direction of the Project Manager and Superintendent, pursue appropriate tasks in order to develop necessary skills and knowledge of construction on path to becoming a Superintendent or Project Manager Must have a valid driver's license Ability to utilize DRH Construction applications on a smart phone, tablet, or laptop Must have good working knowledge of construction management theory, practice and have a good knowledge of construction business software, including scheduling, estimating, spreadsheets and work processing Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written oral form or via DRH applications Proficiency with MS Office and email Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in construction or related field preferred