Project Engineer, Estimator

The essential duties and responsibilities of the Project Engineer consist of, but are not limited to, the following. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

Project Inception and Procurement

* Order material, prepare purchase orders, track and verify material deliveries.

* Maintain stock material inventory.

* Assist in obtaining and evaluating bids from suppliers and subcontractors.

* Obtain required product data submittal information, MSDS and other information. Monitor the status of requests and follow-up until complete.

Project Coordination and Field Production

* Write and track RFI's.

* Perform quantity take-offs, obtain material and equipment costs and assist in pricing EWA's and changes in scope. Develop understanding of estimating concepts.

* Photo document job site conditions, especially damage.

* Forward required submittals and documentation to the General Contractor and track results. Maintain field files.

* Work with the Project Superintendent, General Foreman and Art Director, as applicable, to become familiar with materials, means and methods of construction and the progress of the job. Develop understanding of scheduling, processes and job management.

* Communicate with other Team members, suppliers, General Contractor and other subcontractors. Demonstrate awareness of issues.

* Track status and location of rental equipment.

* Assist in sample submittal process, as required.

* Track tool inventory and monitor the status of repairs, if necessary.

Other Duties

* Assist in approval and coding of supplier and subcontractor invoices.

* Assist the Project Manager in budgeting, cost management and cash flow management. Develop understanding of project financial management.

* Attend seminars/educational training programs, as required.

* Observe and gather overall knowledge of industry technology, project conditions, problem solving techniques, proactive management, etc., to promote confidence and leadership.

* Perform work in an organized and disciplined manner utilizing Company policies and procedures.

* Perform any other related or unrelated, unassigned, unspecified duty that may be needed from time to time.

Education:

High school diploma required. College degree in Construction, Engineering or Business preferred.

Experience:

1-2 years' experience in construction industry or degree/education in Construction Management.

Skills:

Well developed analytic and conceptual skills. High attention to detail, aptitude for learning new things and must be able to work under pressure.

Physical:
Includes sitting, standing, reaching, walking; use of hands, arms, legs, and feet. Must be able to see and hear (with mechanical assistance if necessary) sufficient to understand and comprehend individual one-on-one conversations.

Communication:
Must be able to read, write and speak English fluently. Ability to communicate effectively and positively with customers, vendors and employees.

Computer:
Proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Experience with Bluebeam, Quickbid and OST software is a plus.