Project Engineer

Project Engineer

$75000 - $100000 per year | St. Louis, MO | On-site | Permanent

Project Engineer - St. Louis GC

A bit about us:

Leader in design/build construction, interior renovations, and construction management in the St. Louis market for over 20 years. Recognized as the Largest Minority Owned Business Enterprise in the area. Extensive network of personnel, subcontractors, and vendors ensures every detail is considered from project conception to completion, including budgeting, scheduling, and construction.

Why join us?

Career Growth: Promoting from within and supporting long-term development.

Comprehensive Benefits:

100% Employer-Paid Health Plans for employees

Employer-Provided Dental and Vision Plans

Employer-Sponsored Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)

401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match

Employer-Provided Basic Life Insurance (up to $200,000)

Employer-Provided Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance

Additional Benefits available for employees and their families

Other Perks:

In-office gym

Personal training sessions

Yoga classes

Massage therapist

Game room

Company Culture:

Fun, energetic, and people-centered

Strong focus on work-life balance and safety

Team activities and employee engagement

Support for both physical and mental wellness

Impact and Recognition:

Fastest-growing contractor in St. Louis

Largest MBE construction firm in St. Louis

Ranked #34 Top Data Center Construction Firms (BD+C)

Ranked #74 Top Healthcare Construction Firms (BD+C)

Known for high-profile, complex, award-winning, mission-critical projects

Job Details

The construction Project Engineer will be based on the construction project site, and may even travel to sites across the country. The Project Engineer will provide support to the project staff to ensure quality and timely execution of design/build, self-perform projects from design to completion. These phases include: Scheduling, bidding, permitting, subcontractor buyout, cost reporting, preparation of subcontracts, the handling of owner coordination, construction quality oversight, and project closeout. Travel or relocation will be required.

Responsibilities:

Effectively influence, negotiate, and communicate with owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, suppliers and co-workers

Ability to negotiate, track, and create change orders, submittals, RFI's, and pay requests

Actively contribute to the project schedule and close-out process

Assist Superintendent in the management of subcontractors.

Monitor project labor, project costs, and equipment needs

Participate in the design development process to collaborate and value engineer construction methods to reduce time and cost

Assist in the preconstruction, quality, and safety processes

Establish and maintain project schedules and budgets, responsible for overall project delivery

Ensure contractor compliance of safety/OSHA requirements are met on all job sites to minimize risk

Manage submittal process, change order negotiations and contract compliance

Establish effective relationships and strive for a collaborative team environment

Provide pricing for changes in project scope

Any other work related-tasks required

Our projects are nationwide - Travel or relocation will be required

Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field of study

1-5 years of experience in commercial project management

Successful internships or project engineering experience is a plus

Design-Build experience is ideal

Active jobsite experience and strong safety record

Ability to interpret blueprints, specifications, inspection reports, etc.

Significant knowledge of construction methods as well as an understanding of municipalities and the permit processes

Ability to manage subcontractors and vendors

Proven ability to negotiate and track change orders, submittals, RFI's, and pay requests

Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks at a time

Proven ability to direct Superintendent to ensure accurate completion of project scope

Documented ability to meet sensitive timelines

Strong knowledge of Building Code and Safety Regulations

Strong knowledge of MS Office suite including MS Excel, and MS Project or other project management software

Procore Certified or knowledge and skill in Procore

Ability to walk the job site, climb ladders, and multi floor scaffolding.

Ability to lift objects at least 50lbs.

We are a drug free work place, must be able to pass pre and random drug tests

Self-motivated and able to lead and motivate team members

Thoughtful and confident decision making skills with high ethical standards

Good verbal and written communication skills

Good interpersonal skills and a high level of professionalism

Problem solving skills and the ability to think and react quickly under pressure

Service-oriented approach in working with owners, co-workers, and any joint venture partners

Strong attention to detail and high level of organization

Reliable, dependable and professional with a strong sense of urgency

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