Project Engineer

J.D. Abrams, L.P. • Austin, TX

432d

About The Position

The Project Engineer serves as the chief engineer on construction projects, overseeing scheduling, engineering, material expediting, and on-site project administration. This role is crucial for ensuring that projects are completed on time, within budget, and in accordance with specifications.

Requirements

• Must have at least a Master's degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.
• Must have completed graduate-level coursework in Project Management, Construction Cost Estimating, Risk Management, and Construction Materials.

Responsibilities

• Be proficient with the company's computerized scheduling software.
• Assist the Project Superintendent in developing and updating the CPM schedule.
• Maintain the project CPM schedule monthly.
• Process all shop drawings and submittals, coordinating and scheduling them.
• Review shop drawings for completeness, accuracy, and conformance to plans.
• Create and maintain a complete record of all contract documents for the project.
• Maintain a current record of submittals, approvals, and resubmittals.
• Review the completed status of the submittal schedule weekly and analyze it.
• Prepare construction drawings for various project needs, including dewatering plans and excavation layouts.
• Familiarize with the requirements of the contract documents and resolve discrepancies.
• Monitor the project buyout and manufacturing process for timely material delivery.
• Inspect received materials for quantity and quality, ensuring compliance with contract documents.
• Set up control sheets to monitor material quantities and consumption rates.
• Initiate field purchasing and small equipment rentals, obtaining three quotes.
• Prepare and reconcile owner pay estimates, accumulating necessary data.
• Record and reconcile daily quantities with the Engineer.
• Identify and document all extra work, processing proposals and change orders.
• Draft necessary correspondence and submit required reports to the owner.
• Maintain daily records of significant operations and take job pictures as needed.

Benefits

• Weekly paycheck
• PTO
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• TelaDoc
• Employee Assistance Program
• ESOP
• 401K
• Development & Education Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
• Education Level: Master's degree