Project Engineer

Architect Position

Are you looking for an environment that offers both variety and a fast-pace? Are you looking for room for growth? Are you looking for a fun and welcoming workplace? Wimmer Communities' open Architect Position is the perfect fit for you!

As a recipient of Top Workplaces Award for years 2016 to 2025, we have proven ourselves as one of the best places to work in Southeastern Wisconsin. We are a family business that understands your job and co-workers can be a lot like a second family.

Full-time

Monday-Friday

Wimmer understands the importance of work-life balance and if you need a flexible schedule, let us know!

The Architect's primary duties include procurement of contractors to complete various capital improvement projects for a portfolio of properties. The Architect will attend various meetings in identifying, implementing, and completing short- and long-term capital improvement and preventative maintenance programs. Additional responsibilities include the preparation of contracts for any third-party work and implementing maintenance initiatives that improve effectiveness and profitability.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Development of the scope of work and bidding out assigned Capital Improvement projects.
• Complete "Authorization to Proceed" forms and obtain the necessary approvals.
• Provide updates for the Program of Work monthly.
• Draft scope of work for Subcontractor or review and refine scope (prepared by others).
• Management of contractors and vendors to complete project work.
• Prepare schedules of all Subcontractor's work as well as time durations for review and approval.
• Meet as necessary with Subcontractors to discuss quality or time issues individually as directed by the Director of Facilities Management.
• Manage project documents internally and through SharePoint for external access if necessary
• Attend or conduct site visit walkthroughs with clients and subcontractors.
• Review Project Costs – Approve monthly subcontractor partial and final payments.
• Promptly review scope and cost revisions. Prepare change orders and gain necessary approvals.
• Participate in and lead job start up and close out meetings.
• Participate in and lead improvement efforts.
• Schedule material deliveries.
• Coordinate equipment rentals as requested.
• Coordinate return goods back to vendors.
• Take photos of completed jobs.
• Perform all other duties and special projects as requested by the Director of Facility Management

The Qualifications:

• B.S. Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction management or related field.
• Minimum of five years of applicable experience.
• Requirement for degree may be waived with the appropriate type and amount of experience at the discretion of the hiring official.
• Our Benefits:
• A highly competitive base wage.
• Generous PTO that starts accruing day one.
• Paid Holidays.
• Parental Leave.
• Use of Any Wimmer Property Amenities (Pool, Fitness Center & Community Room).
• Continued Employee Growth, Development, Training, and a Career Path.
• Fun Company Outings including Golf Outing, Brewers games, Milwaukee Boat Cruise, and annual Holiday party.
• Charity Events such as Habitat for Humanity and Hunger Task Force.
• Charity Drives such as Milwaukee Rescue Mission-Toys for Tots, Hunger Task Force-Food Drives,
• Medical, Vision, Dental, Health Savings Account, and a Flexible Spending Account.
• Employer-Paid Life, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability Insurance.
• Free / Confidential Employee Assistance Program.
• 401K Plan with a Company Match.
• Discounted Rent at Our Properties.
• A Company Culture Second to None.