Commercial Construction Project Engineer

Overview Commercial Construction Project Engineer. Location: Cherokee, AL. This position is located in Tualatin, OR. Essential Duties Supports the execution and technical management of each project from conception to the finished structure. Interfaces with construction professionals, subcontractors, and the client on a day‑to‑day basis regarding technical and operational needs. Masters reading blueprints, structural drawings, and plan sets to identify constructability issues or discrepancies. Maintains a strong knowledge of construction materials, processes, verbiage, and equipment. Assists the Project Manager in tracking, updating, and managing the project budget. Estimates both construction management and self‑perform work items. Collaborates with the Project Manager and Superintendent to create, update, and maintain the project schedule. Reviews subcontractor quotes, coordinates vendor procurement, and assists with negotiations. Assists in preparing and organizing project proposals, clarifications, alternates, and value engineering options for clients and architects. Supports Project Managers in reviewing contract requirements and owner agreements. Processes, tracks, and manages subcontracts and subcontractor change orders. Directly manages, reviews, and processes submittals, RFIs, change proposals, and owner change orders. Authors and distributes detailed project meeting minutes. Participates in and helps lead onsite meetings with the client, architect, subcontractors, and construction crew. Collaborates with the architect, subcontractors, and construction crew to ensure the physical feasibility of each project. Identifies and responds to potential technical or field issues throughout the life of the project to minimize negative impacts and help ensure the safety of the work. Assists in preparing monthly client billings and tracking progress. Reviews vendor and subcontractor invoices for accuracy and compliance prior to payment approval. Tracks project costs and assists with preparing monthly cost projections. Leads the quality control, punch list, and project closeout processes. Assists in marketing and business development efforts. Works collaboratively in a team environment with a spirit of cooperation. Respectfully takes direction from Project Managers, Senior Project Managers, and the Vice President of Construction. Maintains punctual, regular, and predictable attendance. Maintains a professional appearance and demeanor. Other duties as assigned. Interpersonal Skills Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally and in written form. Exhibits good listening and comprehension. Selects and uses appropriate communication methods. Writes clearly and informatively. Able to effectively multitask and prioritize tasks autonomously. Displays passion and optimism. Inspires respect and trust. Confronts difficult situations professionally. Uses negotiation skills to resolve technical conflicts. Adapts to changes in the work environment. Varies communication style to meet needs of field crews and clients. Establishes and maintains effective relations. Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations. Exhibits tact and consideration. Works cooperatively in group situations. Works actively to resolve conflicts. Balances team and individual responsibilities. Communicates changes effectively and prepares and supports those affected by change. Exhibits confidence in self and others. Inspires and motivates others to perform well. Cost tracking and administrative management. Risk identification and mitigation. Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected field events. Changes approach or method to best fit the situation. Displays ability to influence key decision‑makers. Uses authority appropriately to accomplish goals. Displays original thinking and creativity. Displays willingness to make technical decisions. Exhibits sound and accurate judgment. Includes appropriate people in decision‑making process. Makes timely decisions. Ability to work independently with minimal oversight. Supervisory Responsibilities While this role does not have direct corporate hiring or disciplinary responsibilities, a Project Engineer with 5+ years of experience is expected to actively mentor junior project engineers, assist in their training, and help delegate and review project documentation workloads within the team. Qualifications Education & Experience 5+ years of related commercial construction experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education (e.g., Construction Management or Civil Engineering degree) and field experience. Certificates, Licenses, and/or Registrations N/A Language Skills Excellent phone etiquette and verbal communication skills; ability to read and interpret complex technical documents; skill in writing routine reports and correspondence. Computer Skills Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Project, and Bluebeam; Viewpoint and/or AIA Construction Software knowledge preferred. Reasoning Ability Ability to apply common sense; make quick decisions; commit to a clear course of action. Physical Demands & Work Environment The role requires sitting, standing, walking, using stairways to climb to multiple floors in office buildings or active jobsites, talking or hearing; occasionally using hands and fingers to type or dial; climbing or balancing; stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling; and reaching with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. This position requires frequent computer use. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, color vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Regular travel to active construction job sites is required. #J-18808-Ljbffr