Project Engineer

DescriptionKforce has a client in Warren. MI that is seeking a Project Engineer. The main function of a Project Engineer is to plan, direct, or coordinate activities across engineering-based projects. A typical Project Engineer is responsible for project design, scope management, cost control, quality, and performance reporting.Job Responsibilities:* Coordinate projects, making detailed plans to accomplish goals and directing the integration of technical activities* Develop, track and manages project budget, project plans, timelines, and scope* Present and explain proposals, reports, and findings to clients* May recruit employees, assign, direct, and evaluate their work, and oversee the development and maintenance of staff competence* Analyze technology, resource needs and market demand, to plan and assess the feasibility of projects* Manage project resources including procuring project staff, developing, motivating, coaching, and advising* Partner closely with other members of functional project teams to define business requirements* Develop product rollout plans and procedures* Prepare and present cost-benefit analyses* Ensure appropriate project management processes are being utilizedRequirements* Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field* PMI or PMP certification preferred* 8-10 years of experience required* Proven project management experience* People management and team building skills* Demonstrated ability to be flexible/ adaptable in exercising judgment in a changing environment and to manage competing priorities* Advanced knowledge of engineering principles and theory* Strong written and verbal communication skills* Proven ability to learn business processes quickly and to work well with business partners at different levels within the organization* Strong ability to assess risk and apply management principles engineering and business functions* Basic ability to work independently and manage one's time* Basic knowledge of production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods* Basic knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, and production methods* Basic knowledge of computer software, such as MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Project, Visio, etc.Job TypeContractCompensation58 - $61