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Kiewit · 1 day ago

Project Engineer - Vertical Building Market

Ingleside, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Kiewit is a leading construction company specializing in large-scale infrastructure projects. They are seeking a highly skilled Project Engineer to oversee and support multiple industrial building projects, ensuring compliance and driving operational excellence with the team.

Building MaterialConstructionIndustrial EngineeringMiningOil and GasTransportation

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Perform Contract Compliance, quality control & Field Oversight of subcontractors on the project

Develop a complete understanding of contract plans and specifications

Inspect field conditions to identify problems, inaccuracies, and potential cost-saving measures

Take corrective actions as needed to resolve field issues

Review subordinates’ work for compliance with contract documents; address deficiencies and implement corrective measures

Project Scheduling & Coordination

Develop and maintain the project master schedule using appropriate techniques and scheduling software

Collaborate with project management personnel to gather input and ensure schedule accuracy

Document Control & Change Management, handle project closeout

Manage document control processes including logging and tracking new issue drawings and contract documents

Review new issue drawings for changes in conditions; quantify impacts and communicate with supervisor

Distribute updated documents to field teams and ensure proper implementation

Cost Forecasting & Financial Planning

Prepare monthly cost projections using data from project management systems

Develop quarterly cash flow projections to support financial planning

Operational Improvement & Leadership

Recommend improvements to project operations including staffing, methods, and procedures

Serve as managing project engineer/coordinator across multiple projects

Provide supervision and on-the-job training for junior engineers and project staff

Qualification

Construction ManagementProject SchedulingCost ForecastingSubcontractor ManagementEngineering Plans AnalysisTeam LeadershipCommunication SkillsAttention to DetailTime ManagementWork Ethic

Required

Undergraduate degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering or equivalent required

Ability to read, analyze and identify discrepancies on engineering plans, specifications, and contract documents

Highly motivated, with a demonstrated passion for excellence and taking initiative

Strong work ethic, willing to do what it takes to get the job done right the first time

Demonstrated commitment to ethics and integrity

Passion for safety, with the ability to help us ensure that nobody gets hurt

Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills

Team player with the ability to work independently to meet deadlines, goals and objectives

Strong organization, time management, and attention to detail

Ability to travel and relocate as needed in the future

Regular, reliable attendance

Work productively and meet deadlines timely

Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment

Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies

Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required

May work at various different locations and conditions may vary

Preferred

5+ years' work experience in construction or engineering, vertical construction is preferred

2+ years' experience managing engineers and project subcontractors

Benefits

Top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents

Voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs

Life insurance

Disability

Retirement plans with matching

Generous paid time off

Company

Kiewit

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At Kiewit, the projects we deliver make a difference, and we offer opportunities for you to make one, too.

Founded in 1884

Omaha, Nebraska, USA

10001+ employees

http://www.kiewit.com

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