Project Engineer - Operations

About the Position

Support the Project Management, Field Operations, Preconstruction, Risk Management, Business Development and Accounting departments.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Live the company values:
  • Demonstrate competence to safety and build projects of high quality.
  • Honesty and integrity to build trustworthy relationships.
  • Work hard and do everything in your ability to support your team.
  • Create effective partnerships with clients, employees, and construction partners.
• Project Contracts including creation of subcontracts packets.
• Project Setup including being involved in Preconstruction Turnover, Job Cost Setup, Project Buyout, Files and File Management and meeting the Process Time Frames for these items.
• Submittals including submittal log creation, reviewing and approving submittals, and process time frames.
• Scheduling and Coordination of subcontractors, site personnel, activities, and materials on assigned projects. This includes creating and maintaining schedules throughout the construction process.
• Project Change Management including Owner changes which involve Requests for Information, Request for Proposals, Architect Supplemental Instructions, Change Directives and Proceed Orders and Unforeseen Conditions; Poettker Changes which includes Back Charges, Scope Gaps, and Time & Materials (T&M) Work; as well as meeting Process Time Frames.
• Communications including preparing for and organizing Preconstruction Meetings, Owner and Progress Meetings, Pay Application Meetings, Subcontractor Coordination Meetings, Pre-Installation Meetings, recording and issuance of Meeting Minutes, Transmittals, Letters, Emails and Calendars.
• Cost Tracking, Equipment Reports and Tracking.
• Pay Applications including reviewing of subcontractor billings, Certified Payrolls, and Lien Waivers.
• Project Close-Out Procedures including ensuring Punch list is completed, Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Manuals are submitted, AS-Built Drawings are completed, Change Order Resolution, Training is organized and completed, Warranties are submitted and enforced, Close-Out Meetings, and Final Billings.
• If any of these responsibilities or tasks are delegated to another team member, it is ultimately the responsibility of this position to ensure that the task is executed to the expectations of the company and our clients.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor’s degree in construction, engineering or related field is preferred. Construction-related experience is also preferred. USACE Construction Quality Management for Contractors and OSHA 30 Hour Training & Certifications preferred.

In addition to the above qualifications, the successful candidate will demonstrate:

Proficiency with general computer skills including Microsoft Office suite; Organizational and analytical skills; Communication skills; Ability to be thorough, tactful and professional; Ability to work in a team environment; and the following Poettker Construction competencies: Safety First, Quality Work, Honesty and Integrity, Trustworthy Relationships, Family Oriented, Effective Partnerships, and Fiscal Responsibility.

Compensation Range:

$60,000 - $80,000

At Poettker Construction, base salary is one component of a competitive compensation package for employees. Our pay ranges are broad to allow for movement within our organization and to accommodate different skill sets and levels of expertise. We take into consideration a variety of factors including, but not limited to, skills, abilities, experience, education, credentials, and internal equity when determining the base salary offered. Roles are eligible for additional rewards including annual incentive payments based on individual and company performance. Learn more about benefits offered at Poettker Construction: https://poettkerconstruction.com/careers/

Additional Information

Poettker Construction’s selection process may include a series of interviews and/or a leadership assessment. Specific details will be provided to qualified candidates.