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Project Engineer
Valdes Architecture & Engineering. Report to the designated base of operation, including field assignment, at a minimum 5 days per week to support the project .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in construction management, including oversight of project performance, cost control, and adherence to engineering standards. Proficient in managing complex projects, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and effectively communicating with stakeholders.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Construction Management Degree3-5+ Years Experience in Related FieldExperience with Large Complex ProjectsProficiency in Microsoft Office SuiteAbility to Read and Analyze Business Reports
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Hard Skills
Project SchedulingCost AnalysisQuality Control ProceduresContract ManagementConstruction Site InspectionChange Order CoordinationEnvironmental Impact StudiesJob Cost MonitoringProgress Billing ReviewRFI and NCR Drafting
Soft Skills
LeadershipCommunicationInterpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsProblem-Solving
Industry Keywords
Construction ManagementHeavy Industrial WorkPower Plant ConstructionInternal/External Cost ComponentsSafety Standards
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Report to the designated base of operation, including field assignment, at a minimum 5 days per week to support the project
- Support the project based on fluctuating working hours to support execution and project timelines
- Provide oversight and determine contract adherence for performance, cost, scope, schedule, and quality
- Monitor contract performance to ensure contractual obligations are fulfilled and key milestones are met
- Support the on-site construction management team for field execution
- Inspect construction sites to monitor progress and ensure conformance to engineering plans, specifications, and construction/safety standards
- Prepare or direct preparation and modification of reports, specifications, plans, environmental impact studies, and project designs
- Maintain and update project schedules with assistance from the construction manager or project scheduler
- Maintain, verify, and report cost and income quantities for work performed
- Review, approve, and submit progress billings
- Analyze, prepare, maintain, and monitor job costs
- Work with the construction management team to control job costs and production budget
- Prepare and audit monthly cost, income, and cash flow projections
- Execute and approve invoices
- Coordinate, price, and assist the Lead Project Manager with change orders and claims
- Respond quickly to issues and proactively solve problems while handling multiple tasks
- Organize office and filing systems and maintain accurate project correspondence files
- Prepare quality control procedures and review department procedures for compliance and correctness
- Liaise with suppliers and internal/external stakeholders on quality-related matters
- Prepare agendas, meeting minutes, and action item logs for weekly project update meetings
- Assist in developing and reviewing executive update presentations
- Assist in reviewing project schedules and forecasts to support project controls
- Assist in drafting RFI and NCR responses
- Assist the logistics specialist with reviewing and inventorying materials and equipment
- Assist with the Project Manager’s daily activities, including communications matrices, procurement activities, project management documents, and lessons learned
Requirements
What you’ll need- Construction Management Degree (B.S) or similar (Engineering degree) preferred
- 3-5+ years of experience in related field
- Experience with large complex projects that consist of a combination of internal/external and labor/non-labor cost components
- Experience building combined cycle or simple cycle power plants
- Experience building or managing heavy industrial work
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business reports, correspondence, and procedure manuals
- Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, and customers
- Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
- Demonstrated leadership, communication and strong interpersonal skills are requisite
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Exceptional interpersonal and organizational skills
- Must be able to work in the US without sponsorship now or in the future