Project Engineer

Summary:

Provides technical, quality control and administrative support to Superintendents, Project Engineers and Project Managers on jobsites

Essential Functions:
• Ensures that all Nicholson and OSHA safety regulations are followed and enforced
• Performs field quality control tests
• Prepares and manage quality control and production records
• Orders materials, writes purchase orders, and tracks inventory
• Runs small work crews (technical tasks like water testing, load testing, etc.)
• Researches and resolves drawing interpretation problems, conflicts, interferences, and errors
• Performs field surveys and resolves geometry issues
• Prepares drawings and sketches to support construction work
• Assists in preparation of change order documentation and claim analysis
• Ensures all installation follows Nicholson Quality Control Manual

Education & Training:
• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related degree

Experience:
• Experience (1-3 years) of construction equipment/ techniques (i.e. drawings, specifications, building materials, surveying, design, or geotechnical work)

Knowledge and Abilities:
• Basic knowledge of bidding and job costing procedures
• Knowledgeable in structural and geotechnical designs related to our techniques
• Proficient with MS Word, Excel and Outlook

Physical Requirements:
• Lift, carry, pull and push at least 40 pounds
• Travel per the company travel policy, often overnight and away from home

Mental Requirements:
• Converse effectively using both verbal and written communication.
• Make decisions and assume accountability
• Concentrate on tasks
• Demonstrate ability to manage stress and emotions as related to the workplace
• Attention to detail
• Identify and resolve conflict
• Assess safety and risk