Project Engineer; Mission Critical

Position Summary

Henderson Building Solutions is seeking a Project Engineer (Mission Critical) to join our team in Washington, D.C.

• Assist Project Managers with logistical tasks, including budgeting and client management.
• Attend meetings, both internal and external when called upon by the primary construction manager.
• Assist in updating and maintaining the project management software.
• Assist in the assembly and distribution of equipment and construction bid packages.
• Works closely with the project team monitoring the safety, cost and scheduling of construction projects.
• Coordinate materials and change orders and expedite material on the job.
• Coordinate with clients to understand project requirements.
• Assist in the oversight of project design and deliverables, collaborating with project staff in preparing contract documents such as drawings and specifications.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly pay applications and monitoring project financial status.
• Maintain thorough documentation and updated project folders.
• Coordinate with engineers and other professionals to ensure project alignment.
• Monitor and document project progress and alert construction managers of any issues that arise.
• Implement effective time management strategies to optimize workflow.
• Record meeting notes and distribute as needed.
• Research contractors for the project bid process.
• Contact subcontractors to obtain project documents.
• Process contractually required documentation, including certificates of insurance, daily logs, RFIs, change order requests, etc.
• Contact clients regarding service quality and client satisfaction and obtain reference letters and testimonials for marketing.
• Follow all directions, task assignments and coaching offered by manager and other colleagues.
• Read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
• Prepare and coordinate shop drawings and submittals.
• Learn about the impact of design changes and schedule slippages.
• Gain knowledge of engineering, procurement, and construction terminology and concepts.
• Seek knowledge of critical path logic networks and accumulate data for use in maintaining realistic future planning and forecasting.
• Attend regular client meetings and support preparation of statistical reports.
• Assist in creating and coordinating jobsite records, including project directory, construction documents, subcontractor directory, daily reports, submittal logs, RFI logs, subcontractor correspondence, etc.
• Make updates to as-built drawings as directed and interpret basic coordination drawings.
• Participate in safety programs and maintain good owner relations.
• Facilitate a safe and efficient work environment.
• Support the planning, materials, building, and budget of construction projects.
• Support negotiations and provide cost estimates for construction work and associated change orders.
• Assist with business development activities by promoting Henderson Companies to existing and potential clients.
• Participate in client, company, and industry events.
• Grow personal network by building relationships with clients and industry professionals.
• Develop and maintain customer relationships to enhance the company’s ability to procure projects.

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field of construction or engineering required. Common examples include mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, construction science, construction engineering, and construction management.
• Relevant experience will be considered in lieu of requisite education.
• Construction experience preferred.
• OSHA certification preferred.
• Proficient Microsoft Office skills specifically within Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook, Project.
• Ability to work in a collaborative environment and to recommend and analyze pragmatic solutions for clients.
• Possesses efficient communication skills.
• Adaptable to changing work environments, work priorities and organizational needs.
• Generates ideas for improvement, takes advantage of opportunities, suggests innovations.
• Ability to prioritize and execute multiple tasks in a dynamic environment.
• Must demonstrate proficiency in all core competencies as described and characterized in this job description.

• Travel requirements will vary depending on assignment.
• Ability to work varying shift times depending on the project, i.e., night or weekends.
• Ability to constantly move, traverse, navigate, ascend, descend, position oneself, etc. throughout worksites and precarious areas.
• Prolonged periods of sitting or standing at a desk and working on a computer.
• Ability to read, write and communicate in English.