Kitchell · 10 hours ago
Senior Project Engineer
Greater Phoenix Area
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expKitchell is a commercial contracting company that has been operating since 1950, and they are seeking a Senior Project Engineer to join their growing team. The role involves managing project engineering duties with a focus on accuracy, compliance, and project schedule maintenance.
ArchitectureCivil EngineeringConstruction
Responsibilities
Implement assigned duties with an exceptional level of accuracy, timeliness and cost effectiveness
Review and process all submittals and RFI's, ensuring compliance with contract documents and in accordance with project needs
Participates in the bid process and assists owner and Project Manager in recording and reviews of bids
Participates and/or chairs meetings, coordinates agendas, prepares minutes and follows up on action items
Prepare change order requests and agreement change orders, review for pricing and status, ensuring compliance with prime contract
Maintain document files and logs
Provide shop drawing, submittal and material procurements updates to properly support updating of the project schedule
Compile material procurement and assist in the monitoring and controlling of the project schedules
Maintain project schedule information in project software
Assist Project Manager in job and project forecasts as directed by the Project Manager
Implement and maintain the expediting report to monitor both Kitchell’s and subcontractors' material and equipment needs
Provide an orderly and systematic process for handling problems and information requests generated through the course of construction
Maintain a complete and current set of drawings reflecting all changes from the base contract documents; including change order requests, addenda, field work orders, ASI's, correspondence and field conditions
Prepare monthly progress payment request to the owner, including preparation of subcontractor/vendor pre-billing worksheet
Implement job start-up and close-out procedures as directed by the Project Manager
Prepare estimated, actual and change order adjustments to the chart of accounts for Project Manager's review prior to entry into computer
Maintain job progress photo file
Fully understand the scope of all subcontracts; keep Project Manager and Project Superintendent aware of potential challenges
Utilizes safe work practices and follows directives, policies and procedures for assisting and maintaining a healthy and safe work environment as outlined in the intranet Safety Manual
Assist in the planning and monitoring of the quality control program as outlined in the intranet Quality Assurance Manual, including roofing daily reports and inspections
Acquire a thorough knowledge of the contract documents, plans, specifications, owner's contract and subcontracts
Where applicable, supervise, mentor and delegate work to be performed by Project Engineers and Interns
Assists in preparing monthly progress payment request to the owner, including preparation of subcontractor/vendor pre-billing worksheet
Chairs meetings, coordinates agendas, prepares minutes and follows up on action items
Prepare subcontractor pre-award checklist as assigned by Project Manager
Assist in the preparation of subcontracts and purchase orders for review and approval by the Project Manager
Monitor all outstanding owner change orders and change order requests
Coordinate and assist with regulatory inspection requests, as required
Capable of managing other PE’s
Supervise, mentor and conduct quarterly check-ins for all employees assigned to this position
Perform regular performance reviews as required by company policy
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
3-4 years of experience as a Project Engineer
OSHA 10 certificate
Knowledge of commercial construction and design
Skilled in project management software and equipment
Must have technical knowledge, scheduling and organizational skills
Preferred
Associates or Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture or related field
Benefits
Company performance bonuses
Discretionary stock options
Incentive bonuses
Health and life insurance
Health savings accounts (HSA) with wellness incentives
Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
401(k) plans with a 4% company match
Tuition reimbursement
Weight loss programs
Discounted auto insurance
Identity theft protection
Rewards programs
Company
Kitchell
Kitchell is an construction facility providing company.
501-1000 employees
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