Project Engineers; Tacoma, WA)

Established in 1956, Perlo Construction has maintained a reputation of quality, professionalism, and integrity. Building and growing in nearly every industry, Perlo offers career opportunities in a supportive culture empowering self-starters who thrive in a fun and fast-paced environment. Perlo is consistently received awards and industry recognition as a Top Workplace and one of the 100 Best Companies to work for.

A Project Engineer’s job is to assist and support the Project Manager in executing the construction procedures and ensuring they are completed in a timely and efficient manner by performing the following duties.

• Assists and supports the Project Manager in oversight of each project from conception to the finished structure.
• Reads blueprints, structural drawings, and plan sets.
• Identifies and responds to potential issues throughout the life of the project.

Additional Duties:

• Assists and supports the Project Manager in oversight of each project from conception to the finished structure.
• Reads blueprints, structural drawings, and plan sets.
• Identifies and responds to potential issues throughout the life of the project to minimize the potential negative impacts and help ensure the safety of the work.
• Assists the Project Manager in estimating both construction management and self-perform work items.
• Assists the Project Manager in updating the project schedule.
• Assists the Project Manager in reviewing and evaluating subcontractor bid proposals.
• Processes subcontracts and subcontractor change orders for review by the Project Manager.
• Reviews and processes submittals and RFI’s.
• Tracks down and assembles pricing for change orders for review by the Project Manager.
• Prepares project meeting minutes for review by the Project Manager.
• Participates in onsite meetings with the client, architect, subcontractors, and construction crew.
• Collaborates with the architect, subcontractors, and construction crew to ensure feasibility of each project.
• Supports the quality control and punch list process.
• Prepares and submits project billings for review by the Project Manager.
• Prepares and submits cost projections for review by the Project Manager.
• Works collaboratively in a team environment with a spirit of cooperation.
• Respectfully takes direction from the Project Manager and Vice President of Construction Services.
• Maintains punctual, regular, and predictable attendance.
• Maintains a professional appearance and demeanor.
• Other duties as assigned.

Interpersonal

Skills:

• Selects and uses appropriate communication methods
• Writes clearly and informatively
• Varies communication style to meet needs
• Establishes and maintains effective relations
• Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations
• Exhibits tact and consideration
• Works cooperatively in group situations
• Works actively to resolve conflicts
• Balances team and individual responsibilities
• Prepares and supports those affected by change
• Exhibits confidence in self and others
• Inspires and motivates others to perform well
• Cost management
• Able to effectively multitask
• Displays passion and optimism
• Inspires respect and trust
• Uses negotiation skills to resolve conflicts
• Adapts to changes in the work environment
• Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events
• Changes approach or method to best fit the situation
• Displays ability to influence key decision-makers
• Uses authority appropriately to accomplish goals
• Displays original thinking and creativity
• Displays willingness to make decisions
• Exhibits sound and accurate judgment
• Makes timely decisions

Supervisory Responsibilities
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N/A

Qualifications
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Ability to perform essential job duties with or without reasonable accommodation. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty…