Project Engineer I

Job Description

Job Description

Title of position: Project Engineer I, Civil/Structural

Position type: Full Time

Pay range: $80,000-$120,000 Annual salary (Compensation ranges are provided in good faith based on what we anticipate when researching wages for this position at the state and national levels. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range).

Location: Westminster, Colorado

About Kahuna

At Kahuna, we offer a fast-paced, collaborative, and rewarding work environment rooted in our core values: Integrity, Relationships, Innovation, Safety, and Empowerment . We are committed to creating a workplace that employees are proud to be part of — and one they can build a long and fulfilling career with.

About the Role

Proactively lead advanced technical structural engineering efforts and assist with project estimates for midstream oil and gas projects with limited requested peer review from other PE’s. Project assignments will include engineering, design, and project management tasks for large facility foundation and steel systems. Will report to Director, Civil and Structural Engineering & Design.

What You’ll Do

• Able to adjust and evolve complex control system designs and pre-developed tools/templates to fit unique project situations, and coach/lead staff engineers through tool/template use and drawing reviews.
• Assist driving group standards and practices, as well as training staff engineers, on topics relating to ACI, AISC, ASCE, IBC, and PIP codes.
• Able to adjust and evolve complex structural system designs and pre-developed tools/templates to fit unique project situations, and coach/lead staff engineers through tool/template use and drawing reviews as well as peer model reviews. Stamp IFC drawings following peer PE review.
• Independently lead structural portion of projects, coaching and managing staff engineer efforts, and stamping results following peer PE review.
• Act as primary project team and client contact for Civil and Structural discipline on smaller to mid-sized projects. This includes performing structural PM tasks of scope/schedule/cost tracking and management, and reviewing procurement efforts for building, rebar & steel contractor bids.
• Other duties as assigned.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s or Advanced degree in Civil Engineering (Structural Specialty preferred).
• Taken and passed Professional Engineering Exam (Preferred)
• Strong work ethic, and willing/able to travel to field project locations.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills as well as attention to key prioritized details.
• Self-motivated and able to quickly react to changing priorities and deadlines.
• Has become proficient at the responsibilities required for Staff Engineer II, Structural.
• Self-manage work load, and direct work load of staff engineers.
• Advanced technical writing and client/team communication skills.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Kahuna offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) participation
• Optional supplemental insurance coverage
• Paid Time Off and company holidays
• Access to onsite fitness facilities
• Opportunities for growth, mentorship, and professional development

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Next Steps

To apply, please provide a copy of your resume and cover letter and apply directly through our website at  Kahuna is a DOT-regulated company; therefore, this position will require that the candidate pass an initial drug screen and background check upon hire. Must be eligible to work in the United States as this job is ineligible for sponsorship.