Job Title: Project Engineer Department: Field Reports to: CEO Prepared by: HR Prepared date: 12/15/2023 Summary: You are SIRQ's representative on site. The Owner, Architect and Subcontractor see the Project Engineer as the face of SIRC construction.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: (Include the following but are not limited to)
Below is a list of job duties, many of which may be given to a Superintendent, or to Project Engineer: Risk Management PE looks to the PM for the financial, contractual, operational, environmental (weather), and the schedule. Project Organization Provide contract and important detailed information to SIRQ Controller for ProCore set up. Ensure the following information is downloaded into ProCore: Job Address, Owner information, Job Value, Prime contract, Architect, Sub-Contract, Architect, Sub-contractors, Financial markups, Budget Establish team meetings- Need to establish repeated meetings to establish roles and responsibilities. Kick-off meeting Subcontractor checklist Financial Markups Budget Project Changes- Costs/ Time Distributed to Project Team Distributed to applicable Subcontractors (trade partners) Know allowed markups for Subcontractors and SIRQ Does the owner contract limit the duration allowed for pricing and change submission? Work with the Team Pay Apps and payments both owner and subcontractor Obtain review and approve sub pay applications. Review applications with the project superintendent for approval before payment Work with subcontractors to get accurate pay applications. Create and submit owner pay applications. Include all subcontractors' applications. Include work completed by subcontractors even if they did not bill. Bill general conditions – bill at least one pay period ahead for the entire project team Relationships SIRQ Team – team health Owner Architect Trade Partners - subcontractors Buy Out Back check drawings Review and understand subcontractor quotes. Choose the right sub for the project. May not be low bid. Write subcontractor scopes of work. Review scopes with project team prior to issuing contracts. Oversee Closeout Warranties / O&M Sub contact list Know the project contracts Be familiar with all aspects of owner contract and where to find specific items. Memorize basic requirements of owner contract. Change order fees. Liquidated damages Finish date Understand SIRQ's subcontract and where to find requirements in contract. Run Meetings Be in charge of OAC meeting, or other meetings with the owner or Architect. Take the lead in SIRQ coordination meetings or delegate but you are responsible. Staff, Project Reviews, kickoff, meetings with architects and/or owners. Know when to step back and step-up in meetings. Sub meeting, project reviews… Know Software and how to use it Procore Phoenix Outlook Excel Word Bluebeam Power Point Mentor Maintain and encourage SIRQ culture – Honesty, integrity, team attitude. Maybe assigned a specific person to mentor but willing to help everyone. Make time to train and share in responsibilities. Assign goals or specific tasks and follow up. Be on site Whenever possible the PM should have an office set up in the job trailer to allow him/her to spend most of the time on site. This helps create a team attitude and allows for better coordination and problem solving. Job Walks with super / team Walk the job at least once a week. Safety Quality Control Job progress - schedule Own It! No excuses, it is your responsibility. Expectations/ Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience
In the process of earning a bachelor's degree (B.A, P.E.) from a credible college/ University in Engineering or Construction Mgmt. Or have at least 2 years of experience in a related field.
Language Skills
Ability to read, write and speak in English. Must have the ability to analyze and respond to engineering drawings, purchase orders, and contracts. Ability to effectively communicate with owners, supervisors, and co-workers.
Mathematical Skills
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations and calculate mathematical extensions. Good knowledge of geometric formulas and equations are required to calculate area, volume, etc. in performing take-offs.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. General understanding of estimating techniques, cost control and material pricing.
Computer Skills
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have an excellent knowledge of Estimating and Scheduling software is a plus; Internet and Project Management software; Spreadsheet and Word Processing software is mandatory.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Coordinate and oversee a variety of sub-contractor employees.
Physical Demand-: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Working Conditions - The office environment is a low to medium risk area. Computers and phones are constantly in use. Work in the construction area poses significantly greater risk due to moving construction equipment and active construction zones with trip and fall hazards, and movement across uneven terrain. Most work is performed outdoors with exposure to extremes of heat and cold temperatures and inclement weather.
Work Environment The work environment characterizes described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to typical office environments. The employee may occasionally be exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals or the risk of electrical shock.
Acknowledgement- I have received and read a copy of this Job Description and understand the expectations of the job. I further understand that additional tasks and duties may be assigned at the direction of my supervisor without altering this description. I understand that if I have any questions about this description, or my role I can ask my supervisor or HR to provide clarification.
