About the Role
The Senior Project Engineer will manage a small project or a component of a large or complex project with oversight, applying JE Dunn processes and tools to manage project management, administration, and field execution. All activities will be performed in support of the strategy, vision, and values of JE Dunn.
Responsibilities
- Performs assigned aspects of the company’s safety and quality plans and culture.
- Coordinates with project QA/QC planning to ensure quality for assigned tasks.
- Participates in the estimating and change management process and tools.
- Works on site with the project team to carry out a variety of tasks such as monitoring crew size, self-perform hours, materials, quantity and equipment.
- Participates in activities such as punch lists, city inspections, safety reviews, quality reviews and preparation of necessary documentation.
- Posts drawings and specifications with the most recent information.
- Organizes and participates in various project meetings.
- Prepares and disseminates required documentation as appropriate.
- Coordinates and inspects work and prepares a variety of reports.
- Performs job site observations with project leadership.
- Creates procurement logs based on the project schedule and specification requirements.
- Tracks shop drawings and follows up with deliveries as directed by the project team.
- Provides progress updates and reports back to the project team to support the scheduling process.
- Oversees the close out of projects, including punch lists, operations and maintenance manuals, and as-built drawings.
- Utilizes company best practice standards and fundamentals for building and construction techniques.
- Builds relationships and develops communication and interpersonal skills with tradespeople and project team members.
- Demonstrates an understanding of the various functions and support roles across the company and how each contributes to the success of a project.
- Collaborates and demonstrates teamwork in a project setting.
- Implements Lean practices into regular activities.
- Implements best practices for identifying, developing, and integrating self-perform opportunities into the project.
- Leads the preparation of estimates for the base project, self-perform work, and change requests.
- Establishes scopes of work and identifies subcontractors.
- Makes decisions on the selection of subcontractors and vendors.
- Coordinates approved purchase orders for timing and delivery of material purchases, product changes, and repairs.
- Supports and/or completes job set-up and project administration in CMiC and other company technologies.
- Leads the submittal process to ensure alignment with the project schedule.
- Prepares and manages the project schedule, outlining the work plan and sequence for assigned portion of the project.
- Analyzes and reports production statistics for key project components.
- Manages project risks such as subcontractor performance, financials, and resource allocation.
- Coordinates a variety of meetings such as pre-planning and post-construction meetings, monthly project reviews, progress and Owner Architect Contractor (OAC) meetings.
- Reviews and approves monthly subcontractor and vendor pay applications.
- Demonstrates a general understanding of terms and conditions of owner contracts and subcontracts.
- Initiates conversations about potential issues to create a collaborative environment for solving problems.
- Leads the project close out process, including creation and management of punch lists, tracking and controlling quality and costs for assigned scopes of work and scheduling inspections.
- Provides training and mentorship to others.
Requirements
- Ability to perform work accurately and completely, and in a timely manner.
- Knowledge of organizational structure and available resources.
- Ability to apply fundamentals of the means and methods of construction management.
- Knowledge of project processes and how each supports the successful completion of a project.
- Ability to build relationships with team members that transcend a project.
- Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds.
- May require periods of travel and/or relocation.
- Must be willing to work non-traditional hours to meet project needs.
- May be exposed to extreme conditions (hot or cold).
- Assignment location may include project sites and/or in the office.
- Frequent activity: Standing, Walking, Climbing, Bending, Reaching above Shoulder, Pushing, Pulling.
- Occasional activity: Sitting, Viewing Computer Screen.
Skills
- Communications skills, verbal and written
- Proficiency in MS Office
- Proficiency in project management and accounting software
- Proficiency in required construction technology
- Knowledge of Lean process and philosophy
- Knowledge of self-perform and labor productivity
- Ability to assess and optimize project productivity
- Knowledge of specific trades and scopes of work
- Ability to maximize profitability
- Ability to lead teams and achieve production goals
- Ability to build relationships and collaborate within a team, internally and externally
Location
- Onsite
- Office
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 3+ years construction experience
- Senior
Education Level
- Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering or related field
- Equivalent relevant experience will be considered
Benefits
- Professional Non-Union benefits package
About the Company
- Best People + Right Culture are the driving forces behind JE Dunn’s success.
- JE Dunn has a sustainable way to grow in the industry for over 100 years by hiring inspired people, giving them interesting and challenging work, enabling them with innovative tools, and letting them share in the company’s rewards.
- Diverse teams around the country strive to enrich lives through inspired people and places every day.
Equal Opportunity
- JE Dunn Construction is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce.
- We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category.
- JE Dunn Construction is a background screening, drug-free workplace.
- JE Dunn provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.
