Project Engineer, Civil Engineering

Job Summary

The Project Engineer is responsible for planning and execution of a construction project as part of a project team. This position also plans and coordinates the activities concerned with the construction of structures, facilities, and systems of a construction project. Bristol Alliance of Companies (Bristol) is committed to building lasting relationships that reflect our hard work, ingenuity, and dedication to safety.

Every employee has an impact on our success, which benefits the Native Culture, land, and people of the Bristol Bay region. Our values:
People, Communities, Reputation, Teamwork, Trust, and Truth.

• Study contract documents to thoroughly understand the scope of work and explain plans and contract requirements to administrative and field staff.
• Participate in site pre‑planning meetings, review scope of work in detail, and discuss special job requirements.
• Discuss the schedule and participate in a comprehensive review of the job schedule.
• Discuss methods for interval planning (daily, weekly, bi‑weekly, monthly, etc.), review forms and reporting methods.
• Confirm that all required permits and licenses have been obtained.
• Manage a variety of project documentation, including processing and review of submittals and writing and coordinating of RFIs.
• Coordinate work activities and other project requirements with owner, consultants, subcontractors, and other entities.
• Negotiate revisions, changes, and additions to contractual agreements with subcontractors and suppliers.
• Prepare budget estimates and progress and cost tracking reports.
• Resolve matters such as work procedures, complaints, and construction problems with supervisory personnel, owners, contractors, and design professionals.
• Take appropriate actions for delays, bad weather, or emergencies with the superintendent.
• Attend weekly job site meetings and maintain/revise interval planning requirements to satisfy job conditions.
• Assist the project manager with evaluation of changes and discuss impact on job completion.
• Review and update the project schedule with the project manager and superintendent, assessing effects of changes on the work plan.
• Inspect and review projects to monitor compliance with contract documents, building and safety codes, and other regulations.
• Initiate and price change orders and claims.
• Review job charges (materials, subcontract, equipment rental, labor, etc.).
• Investigate damages, accidents, or delays at construction sites.
• Close out the project with the superintendent and confirm all required documentation has been submitted to the owner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Ability to read and comprehend construction documents.
• Skilled with Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Analytical and logical reasoning skills; ability to draw conclusions and make recommendations.
• Monitor and review information from materials, events, or the environment to detect or assess problems and control resources.
• Interpersonal communication skills to connect and assist staff and clients.
• Clear and concise writing ability.
• Prioritization and organization skills; ability to work under stress and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of materials, methods, and tools involved in construction or repair of buildings and other structures.
• Identify problems, review relevant information, develop and evaluate options, and implement solutions.
• Perform tasks safely and responsibly.
• Knowledge of MS Project or Primavera.

• High school diploma or GED.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or business management. Equivalent years of experience may be substituted for a degree.
• Valid driver’s license.

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management.
• Minimum 2 years’ recent experience on commercial/industrial construction projects in Alaska.
• Knowledge of Procore project management software.

• Position may be subject to both inside and outside environmental conditions, noise sufficient to cause the worker to shout.
• Position may be subject to a variety of physical conditions – proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electric current, working on scaffolding and high places,…