Project Engineer, Estimator

Project Engineer

Position is responsible for analyzing blueprints and specifications to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates, applying knowledge of specialized methodologies, techniques, or processes. Providing engineering support such as consultation and advice, preparation of contracts, and management and inspection of construction projects.

Duties include:

reviewing data to determine material and labor requirements; computing cost factors and prepares estimates for bids or negotiated work; consults with clients, vendors or other individuals to formulate estimates and resolve issues; and, provides engineering support, contract preparation, and project management. The Project Engineer is a classification which is distinguished from other classes by its responsibility for preparing project estimates and performing administrative duties relative to design and project management.

This position will start in the field to gain hands-on experience in estimating labor and material requirements, then transition to the office with a career path to project manager.

At Dean Snyder Construction, you'll find the advantages of a growing Midwest construction company combined with the close-knit culture of a family business. Because we are family and employee-owned, every team member has a direct stake in our success and a voice in helping to shape the future of the company. If you're looking for a place where your work matters, your ideas are heard, and your contributions help drive company success, Dean Snyder Construction offers an environment where you can build both projects and a long-term career.

• Comprehensive benefit package (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- & long-term disability)
• Competitive wages and bonuses
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Partially Employee Owned
• Retirement savings (401k) with employer match
• Generous PTO program and 7 paid holidays per year
• Weekly pay
• Employee training programs and opportunities for advancement
• Flexible office schedule
• Investment in employee development and career growth

Computes cost factors and prepares estimates for bids or negotiated work; conducts special studies to establish standard hour and related cost data or effect cost reductions; consults with clients, vendors, or other individuals to formulate estimates and resolve issues; and provides engineering support, contract preparation, and project management.

Preparing project estimates and performing administrative duties relative to design and project management

Assists in analyzing blueprints, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates for projects, applying knowledge of specialized methodologies, techniques, principles, or processes

Work may be performed in the field under the direct supervision of the Job Superintendent or in the office under the direct supervision of the Project Manager.

Completes shop drawing review and layout work

Computes cost factors and prepares estimates used for management purposes, such as planning, organizing, and scheduling work, preparing bid packages, proposing negotiated work, selecting vendors or subcontractors, and determining cost effectiveness

Conducts special studies to develop and establish standard hour and related cost data or effect cost reductions

Reviewing data to determine material and labor requirements.

Consults with clients, vendors, subcontractors, or other individuals to discuss and formulate estimates and resolve issues. Assist with three week look-aheads and developing submittal logs

Responsible for managing a wide variety of construction projects; studies specifications and estimates worker-hour requirements to develop project schedules and phases based on knowledge of available tools, equipment, subcontractor's scope of work and various building methods

Provides necessary project information to job superintendent and discusses project scope of work with job project manager & Superintendent before project begin; works closely with job superintendent to solve construction-related problems and technical details; and assists job superintendent in communicating issues to the owner and responding to concerns and complaints.

Confers with project manager, subcontractors, and owners engaged in planning and executing work procedures, interpreting specifications, and coordinating various phases of construction to resolve construction problems and prevent delays; and serves as liaison between the owner and contractor on assigned projects

Performs additional duties as assigned to support project and organizational success.

Principles and practices of construction, civil or structural engineering and project design

Basic construction concepts, procedures, methodologies, and processes

Project management and scheduling techniques

Contract administration

Subcontractor's scope of work

Computer systems, estimating software, and information technology

Occupational hazards and safety precautions in construction sites; including 10 Hour OSHA…