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JH Kelly, LLC · 4 hours ago

Project Engineer - Commercial Construction

JH Kelly is a family-owned construction powerhouse known for tackling complex commercial and heavy industrial projects. They are seeking a motivated Project Engineer to support their Commercial Mechanical operations, assisting with project lifecycle tasks such as estimating, scheduling, and field coordination.

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Responsibilities

Learn, follow, and promote company safety and quality protocols
Write and manage RFI’s and change orders
Prepare submittals and maintain submittal log
Assist in the preparation of project schedules
Assist with estimating takeoffs and with the purchase of materials and equipment
Maintain as-built documents
Budget set-up
Interface and coordinate with designers and provide constructability advice regarding design
Work with construction and design professionals in the main office and on the job site
Assist project managers with the coordination, review, and approval of project shop drawings and submittals in conjunction with project specifications
Maintain current and accurate quantity tracking data
Cost Control reporting and forecasting
Take off quantities and prepare pricing for changes when so directed
Thoroughly review all drawings, submittals, samples, and shop drawings to ensure the end product will be in accordance with the contract
Plan and coordinate work appropriately to facilitate the work permit process
Review construction procedures and provide technical support for work
Ensure that construction work completed in-house and by subcontractors complies with the contract
Be directly involved with construction procedures and represent JH Kelly at various meetings
Perform field engineering for construction convenience items, including calculation and design drafting when required
Keep management informed of project status and scheduling
Maintain proactive and positive relationships within the crafts, including shop and field craft personnel
Maintain proactive and positive relationships with customer representatives, vendors, suppliers, subcontractors, safety, CAD/BIM, accounting, IT, and all project teams
Champion and promote JH Kelly’s safety and quality protocols across all projects and teams
Perform additional tasks as assigned to support department and company success

Qualification

Field EngineeringConstruction ManagementMechanical EngineeringPipingMechanical EstimatingCPM SchedulingQuality Assurance/ControlProject ManagementMicrosoft OfficeBluebeamCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsProblem-Solving

Required

Minimum of five (5) years of experience in Field Engineering, Field Construction Management, or related field
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or a related construction industry field (or equivalent experience)
Fully proficient in Microsoft Office and Bluebeam, with intermediate skills in Excel
Strong oral and written communication skills
Self-starter, motivated, and takes initiative
Organized and productive
Ability to proactively build and cultivate relationships
Comfortable in a fast-paced environment with multiple tasks and projects at hand
Energetic and eager to prioritize workload and tackle new projects and ideas
Proactive, detail-oriented problem-solver committed to safety, quality, and continuous learning
Valid driver's license and ability to travel to various construction sites as needed

Preferred

Piping and Mechanical estimating experience
Project Engineering experience in Commercial Construction
Familiarity with Mechanical operations and or other applicable mechanical construction experience
Understanding of Mechanical Engineering principles
Proficient in reading P&IDs and Piping Isometrics
Scheduling experience and/or education
Familiarity with Critical Path Method (CPM) Scheduling, using MS Project or comparable applications
A solid working knowledge of Project Management, Construction Management, Construction Contracts, Quality Assurance/Quality Control, and Safety
Job turnover experience

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical/Vision/Rx – Dental/Ortho Coverage: JH Kelly pays 87.5% of total premiums.
Paid Vacation and Holidays: Generous PTO model to support work-life balance.
401K: 50% company match on the first 6% of employee contributions.
Life Insurance, AD&D, STD & LTD: Paid 100% by JH Kelly.
Annual Performance Bonuses: Opportunity for additional compensation based on performance.
Profit Sharing: Participate in JH Kelly’s profit-sharing program. Averaging 9% of total compensation over the past 10 years.

Company

JH Kelly, LLC

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JH Kelly is a fourth generation, family-owned construction company that provides HVAC and plumbing services to commercial facility owners and acts as a self-performing industrial general contractor at process plants throughout the greater Pacific Northwest.

H1B Sponsorship

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Current Stage
Late Stage
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