Balfour Beatty plc · 6 hours ago
Project Engineer (Howard S. Wright)
Yakima, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$87K/yr - $95K/yr
2+ years expBalfour Beatty is an industry leader offering a comprehensive benefits package, and they are seeking a qualified Project Engineer to join their team in Eastern Washington. The Project Engineer will assist the Project Manager with planning and executing construction projects, managing schedules, budgets, and subcontractor compliance.
CommercialConstructionEnvironmental EngineeringInfrastructureSmart BuildingSustainability
Responsibilities
Assists project management by proactively managing the project budget by controlling expenses, administering owner and subcontractor billings, identifying work not covered by subcontractor’s scope of work/budget and ensuring the success of office support functions related to the overall cost and scheduled completion
Establish procedures for controlling contract drawings
Initiates set-up of the job management system
Assists with the scopes of work, bid package development and help solicit subcontractors and suppliers
Participates in the constructability reviews
Assists in the development of the site utilization plan
Assists Project Manager / Superintendent in the review and coordination of the Loss Prevention, project Sustainability Action Plan (SAP) and Quality Control Program
Manages pre-work subcontractor orientation meetings, ensuring documentation is completed for each subcontractor including material deliveries, site specific safety, sustainability and quality control issues
Manages submittal log and coordinates submittals and coordination drawings with subcontractors and the Superintendent
Responsible for proactive administration of reviewing and processing all submittal data and shop drawings to ensure project schedules are expedited and materials are delivered on time
Conducts preconstruction meetings with subcontractors, assisted by the Project Manager and/or Superintendent
Serves as the onsite quality manager for assigned trades by verifying subcontractor deliveries meet approved submittal requirements
Attends and participates in meetings with Architect/Engineer and owner representatives, provides information and assists the Project Manager in the preparation of progress reports/meeting minutes
Distributes proposal change documents to subcontractors/suppliers and assists in collecting pricing and/or prepares change proposal requests for internal pricing review
Ensures all clarifications, changes, directives, RFIs, etc., are updated on the “as-built” drawings and are fully coordinated with company supervision and all subcontractor/suppliers
Responsible for submitting owner required close-out documents and assisting subcontractors /suppliers in scheduling owner required training and documentation
Builds effective relationships with customers, design team, subcontractors, suppliers, and user groups that reflect and support company core values and meets or exceeds the customer’s expectations
Actively participates in industry, client, and community relations to enhance company image
Promotes our Creed. Communicates our vision and purpose through Service, Talent, and Choices
Serves as a role model and promotes professional behavior
Participates in personal career development through on-the-job training, attends operations classroom training programs and assists in the development of the Project Engineer
Qualification
Required
B.S. in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field position with 2 to 4 years of experience preferred, or 5 to 6 years of progressive construction related trade experience
New hires are required to sign up for OSHA courses and complete them within the first six months of employment
Demonstrates leadership skills with ability and willingness to face challenges, direct others, and effectively address conflict
Creates, manages, and/or revises schedules and related assignments based on key priorities of assigned projects, considering the importance between work and life activities for self and others
Organizes people, tools, and equipment and plan/manage multiple activities to accomplish desired results
Makes decisions under tight deadlines, sometimes with incomplete information
Exhibits commitment to quality by evaluating project-related processes and make necessary changes, using customer input to make improvements, and meeting/exceeding internal and external customer expectations
Acts in a manner of integrity that demonstrates support for the company values and the employees, while maintaining constant focus on meeting/exceeding customer requirements and expectations
Demonstrates proficiency using a personal computer (PC) and company communication tools, such as email, internet, and Microsoft products (e.g., Word, Excel, Office, Outlook)
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
Health Savings Account
401(k) with company match
Flexible Spending Accounts (Dependent Care and Health Care)
Vacation Time
Sick Time
Holidays
Company
Balfour Beatty plc
Balfour Beatty is a leading international infrastructure group.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2001-06-18IPO
Leadership Team
Philip Hoare
Group Chief Executive
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