Project Engineer

Position Description

Purpose
The purpose of this role is to develop well-rounded future talent with construction expertise across multi-disciplines - ultimately creating professionals with experience in the full scope of construction management. Specifically, this role assists and supports Field Operations and/or Estimating functions in achieving their respective goals and objectives. This role contributes to several facets of construction (project management, field operations, estimating).
Focus & Scope
Essential duties and responsibilities, i.e. those which are basic, necessary, and an integral part of the job, are indicated below:

Company / Entity

• Actively supports estimating and field operation goals and objectives through completing technical/ administrative projects on time, providing ongoing support, and proactively resolving challenges and issues. Uses customer feedback to make improvements to day-to-day processes and procedures.
• Collaborates across department and supports consistent Field Operations and Estimating practices and administrative procedures. Adheres to policies, procedures, and standards that protect the company's interests.
• Promotes, and protects Teichert Construction values including diversity, teamwork, fair work environment, and respect of others. Maintains a "team" spirit within the business unit. Works and cooperates with other disciplines (across company lines). Uses resources effectively and efficiently.
• Promotes and protects the community perception of Teichert.

Technical / Specialty Area

• Assists in achieving a zero injury culture through the support of Teichert's Injury Prevention and Safety program and active participation in safety meetings and training sessions. Proactively identifies, and communicates, safety improvements and hazardous/potentially hazardous conditions to maintain a safe, healthy work environment and meet corporate safety standards.
• Completes assignments and tasks on time, accurately, and meets customer expectations. Specifically, collaborates with Project Managers, Superintendents, and/or Estimators in circumventing and resolving problems, and ensures adherence to, and maintenance of, company/project policies, procedures, work rules, schedules, and standards and in monitoring work performance and productivity of the Craft labor workforce.
• Provides support, and assists, in coordinating resources for assigned projects. Specifically, may independently identify problems pertaining to checking labor, equipment, and materials for accuracy pertaining to the job and makes suggestions or implements solutions; coordinate subcontractors and suppliers; order and schedule material for assigned jobs; and/or build GPS models on the computer for the field.
• Assists Estimators in performing material takeoffs via validating work submitted by Take-Off Techs and exercising discretion and judgment with resolving miscalculations and/or job related issues. Specifically, occasionally may gather, calculate, and compile data for uses in bid proposal estimates for one or more disciplines. In addition, may develop guidelines and precedence for future estimates through researching historical data and compiling summary reports.
• Accurately prepares estimates, as required. Exercises discretion and independent judgement in reviewing proposal specifications and drawings to determine scope. Determines required contents of estimates and evaluates historical data in order to project unit and man hour figures.
• Builds and maintains positive working relationships with internal and external customers. Communicates company and project policies, procedures, and standards. Maintains a favorable impression of the company with external customers through professional and courteous interactions.
• Completes internal administrative organization responsibilities and documentation, including project logs, files, records, reports and estimates. Develops and creates diaries, submittals, RFI's, contracts, permits, price quotes, purchase orders, work orders, invoices, traffic control plan design, and quantity take-off materials. Assists in developing written Construction Program guidelines relating to Teichert polices.
• Takes ownership of managing career, professional growth, and contribution to Teichert Construction. Works closely with engineering services, field operations, and/or estimating on work performance and productivity. Gains exposure, and contributes to, multiple areas of the company. Communicates personal and professional goals and objectives, with the ultimate result of progressing from a Project Engineer into an Engineering Services, Field Operations, or Estimating role.

Relationships, Qualifications and Requirements, & Competencies
Key Relationships
Reports to:

• Area Manager
• (or) General Superintendent
• (or) Chief Estimator
• (or) Project Executive
• (or) Engineering Services Manager

Direct reports:

• None

External clients:

• Material suppliers, equipment suppliers, subcontractors, owners, developers, consultants, private customers, public agencies, state and federal regulatory agencies, A/E representatives

Internal clients:

• Area Manager, General Superintendent, Project Managers, Superintendents, Foremen, Estimators, Estimating Manager, Administrative Manager, Accounting Office Assistant, Cost Analysts, and Dispatch

Role Qualifications & Requirements
Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, (or related field) or equivalent combination of technical training and related experience

Experience & Industry Expertise:

• Typically a: Project Engineer I = 0 - 2 years; Project Engineer II = 2 plus years

Specific Job Requirements:

• Successful completion of a pre-employment drug, alcohol, and background investigation
• Valid Driver's License and the ability to obtain and maintain the required company auto insurance limits.
• Current on all company required safety training
• Ability to preserve confidential and proprietary information and successfully avoid conflicts-of-interest
• Knowledge of drafting and ability to read and interpret blueprints
• Ability to utilize computer aided systems and equipment to calculate material quantity requirements
• Knowledge of project management software and/or estimating software
• Working knowledge of construction equipment, materials, techniques, and required standards applicable to discipline
• Knowledge of company's Standard Operating Policies and Procedures
• Occasional overnight travel

Competencies

• Relationship Management
• Business Acumen
• Communications
• Organization and Management
• People Development
• Technology: Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, AGTEK, SureTrak
• Technical competence in construction

Equipment Used, Physical Demands, and Work Environment
Equipment Used:

• Personal computer, telephone, pagers, drafting board, digitizer, plan scanners and copiers, plotters, personal protective equipment

Physical Demands & Work Environment: The physical demands and work environment characteristics are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Physical: Sitting for long periods of time working on a computer as well as driving to and from job sites, client offices, agency headquarters and the like. Job site visits require walking on uneven ground, climbing, bending, stooping and crawling in confined or enclosed spaces. Some lifting of materials and equipment up to 50 lbs. Vision requirements are close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. May work long hours during peak seasons.
• Work Environment: Typical office environment with adequate temperatures and lighting, low levels of noise. Exposed to the conditions of job sites which can include loud noise, dust, fumes, and extreme weather conditions prevalent at the time. May work various shifts or hours, including early mornings, dusk or evenings.

Accountabilities
Category Key Performance Indicators Estimating Field FinancialWork Bid Volume Gross Profit Procurement (Current / Forecasting) CustomersCustomer Satisfaction: External (Bid Process, Billings/Change Orders, Communications)Customer Satisfaction: External (Meeting Schedules, Billings/Change Orders, Communications, Job Close Out)Customer Satisfaction: InternalInternal Processes Actual vs. Budgeted CostsSubcontractor PerformanceTimely Job Set Up Equipment UtilizationApproved Plan Change OrdersAccuracy and Timeliness of Take-offsAccuracy and Timeliness of Take-offsSafety (OSHA Recordables, Lost Time, Teichert Liability, Carrier Liability) People & Development Safety Training Attendance Development of Skills & Experience Across Multiple Disciplines Completion of Self Assessment and Personal Training and Development Plan
BASE SALARY RANGE:
$80,000 - $112,000
The range displayed reflects the range the company reasonable expects to pay for the position. The actual base salary is subject to variation due to the role, level, geographic location, relevant education, training, or experience, among other factors.

Employer Disclosure Statement
The above statements and job description is intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed within this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and tasks. Other similar or additional duties are performed as assigned.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Teichert and its subsidiaries pride themselves on being an Equal Opportunity Employer. Individuals seeking employment at our company are considered without regards to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done that will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing an undue hardship on the company. If you are an applicant with a disability, please inform Robert Maxey (View email address on click.appcast.io) if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.

Notice to Staffing Agencies
Teichert, Inc. and its subsidiaries ("Teichert") will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Teichert, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Teichert mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Teichert employees, or to Teichert's resume database will be considered Teichert property. Teichert will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Teichert will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. Agencies must obtain advance written approval from Teichert's recruiting function to submit resumes, and then only in conjunction with a valid fully-executed contract for service and in response to a specific job opening. Teichert will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have such agreement in place. Agency agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by Teichert's Human Resources Representative or his/ her designee. No other Teichert employee is authorized to bind Teichert to any agreement regarding the placement of candidates by Agencies.