Construction Project Engineer

·        The individual in this role typically has 3+ years proficient system application and product knowledge. This position is responsible for leading coordinating and captaining support resources for project costing of large, complex projects. This individual may also be involved with large-scale and long-term customer programs including estimating material costs, associated labor, and assisting in the final review of the project. Adhering to the company’s quality processes this position will also work to improve upon and develop project processes and tools used by the pre-construction team. He or she will attend various meetings throughout the life of a project including go/no-go discussions, pre-bids, turnover meetings, contract risk, and legal review. He or she will work under the direct supervision of the Pre-Construction Manager.

Responsibilities:

·        Develop turnkey estimates for Building Automation projects

·        Prioritize assigned projects/tasks in order to meet sales schedule

·        Review customer specifications/drawings to ensure quote is technically compatible and competitive

·        Understand, analyze, document, and communicate technical terms and conditions relative to the company standard

·        Coordinate and verify subcontractor quotations and scopes of work

·        Develop detailed scope letters and optimal system designs

·        Attends and run pre-bid meetings, and site walk-throughs for potential projects

·        Consult with operations, engineering and sales groups throughout the tendering process and brainstorm/volunteer ideas with the team to lower costs

·        Reconcile final job costs after internal and external project review meetings.

·        Support sales calls as needed

·        Develop & Maintain subcontractor and vendor relationships.

·        After project award, turnover the project to the operations team effectively. Identify and document discrepancies in plans and specs

·        Support in vendor scopes, pricing, and running reports. Job shadow and cross-train as needed

·        Complete required technical training in order to increase proficiency in the above activities

·        Assist sales in qualification and prioritization of projects.

·        Advocate for new initiatives within the PreCon organization

Who will you report to?

·        This position reports to the Pre-Construction Manager