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Fortis Construction, Inc. · 6 hours ago

Sr M&E Project Engineer

Reno, NV

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Fortis Construction, Inc. is a company focused on delivering high-quality construction projects, and they are seeking a Senior Mechanical & Electrical Project Engineer. The role involves ensuring quality in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing construction work while serving as the onsite liaison among various stakeholders to facilitate smooth project execution.

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Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Facilitate problem solving, as may arise, between M&E Subcontractors during construction

Validate design issues related to M&E systems and suggest alternative solutions

Log and post all M&E changes and as-built information on field drawings

Assist in the scope review, budgeting, and justification of M&E change work order

Direct, monitor and control the activities of M&E subcontractor

Liaison with consultant M&E supervisory engineers, inspectors, and relevant staff

Ensure that M&E subcontractors provides and adheres to relevant Quality documentation/records

Ensure that MEP subcontractors adheres to Project safety regulations

Assist in the testing and commissioning of M&E equipment

Develop subcontractor scope of work and detail scope delineation

Actively participate in Value Engineering sessions with the project team

Maintain job files (RFIs, specifications, addenda, construction documents etc.) in both hard and soft copy formats as the project requires

Prepare, review, and distribute RFIs, submittals, and other contract documents in a timely manner; ensure compliance with the contract documents

Purchase and monitor the delivery of all needed materials for the project(s) ensuring optimum prices, quality, and conformance to specifications

Execute the project within initial established financial boundaries

Effectively manage the monthly financial projections of a project

Develop and manage job progress schedules and ensure that the construction of a project parallels the schedule

Make sure subcontracts are executed and insurance is in place; provide clear definitions of work responsibility to subcontractors and vendors from various trades and ensure that all phases of the work are covered; review and approve subcontractor and vendor payment requests

Manage the procurement log in coordination with the Project Manager and the Project Superintendent to avoid delays and/or impacts

Review subcontract and self-perform change orders on the jobsite; perform quantity takeoffs to validate the change requests

Manage the closeout matrix and rolling completion log; compile operation and maintenance manuals for owner closeout packages

Assist in other duties as assigned, relevant to the achievement of the position’s and team’s objectives

Qualification

Mechanical Engineering degreeElectrical Engineering degreeConstruction experienceDocument controlQuality documentationProject managementCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsProblem solvingTeam collaborationConflict resolution

Required

CEM, Mechanical or Electrical University degree or equivalent experience

Engineering working knowledge of plans, prints, specifications, and schematics associated with trade

5 years of construction experience with working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing construction procedures and practices

A detailed understanding of the contract documents (drawings and specifications), phasing plans, M&E systems interrelationships, construction sequencing and project schedule

Computer literate

Possess excellent communication and organizational skills

Must possess a valid driver's license and a satisfactory driving record in accordance with Fortis policy

Work is performed on an active construction site. Role requires standing or walking for long periods of time. Utilize standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, etc. Communication with internal and external contacts, including speaking and hearing. May occasionally move equipment up to 50 lbs

All Fortis positions require some level of driving