What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Project Engineer (Contract-to-Hire) position at Blue Star Partners?
Job Title: Construction Project Engineer
Location: Wheatfield, IN (On-site 5 days/week)
Duration: 2-Year Contract (contract-to-hire)
Rate: $50 – $70/hr (W2)
Qualifications
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. Blue Star Partners LLC will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT, or any other employment-based visa
Location: Wheatfield, IN (On-site 5 days/week)
Duration: 2-Year Contract (contract-to-hire)
Rate: $50 – $70/hr (W2)
Qualifications
- Construction Management degree (B.S.) or Engineering degree preferred
- 3–5 years of experience in construction, heavy industrial, or power generation projects
- Experience working on large complex projects with mixed labor/non-labor cost structures
- Experience building or supporting combined cycle or simple cycle power plants
- Experience managing or executing heavy industrial construction work
- General contracting experience preferred
- Familiarity with multiple disciplines (civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, etc.)
- Ability to interpret technical specifications, drawings, and design documents
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to read & interpret business reports, correspondence, and procedure manuals
- Strong presentation skills to communicate effectively with managers, clients, and stakeholders
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to interpret technical instructions in mathematical/diagram formats
- Ability to work with abstract and concrete variables with minimal standardization
- Demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and in team environments
- Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a proactive problem solver
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Report to the designated location or field assignment five days per week
- Support fluctuating working hours as needed to align with project execution
- Provide oversight on contract adherence related to performance, scope, cost, schedule, and quality
- Routinely monitor contract milestones and ensure obligations are being met
- Analyze and interpret project plans, technical specifications, and quality requirements
- Support on-site construction management for field execution activities
- Conduct site inspections to verify progress and compliance with plans, specifications, safety, and quality standards
- Supervise and coordinate submittal processes and working drawing requirements
- Prepare or support preparation of reports, specifications, plans, environmental studies, and other design-related documents
- Provide contract interpretation and support clarifications as needed
- Maintain and update project schedules with assistance from construction managers or schedulers
- Understand cost and productivity metrics
- Track, verify, and report cost and income quantities for work performed
- Review and approve contractor progress billings
- Maintain and analyze job cost reports and projections
- Support job cost control in collaboration with construction management teams
- Prepare accurate monthly cost, income, and cash flow projections
- Execute and approve vendor and subcontractor invoices
- Coordinate pricing and support change order preparation and claims review
- Respond quickly to project issues and proactively resolve problems
- Maintain organized project correspondence, logs, and documentation
- Prepare quality control (QC) procedures and review departmental procedures for compliance
- Issue and implement QC measures in alignment with contract requirements
- Assist with audits, QC problem preparation, and corrective measures for non-compliance
- Serve as liaison with suppliers and internal/external stakeholders for quality matters
- Prepare agendas, meeting minutes, and action item logs for weekly update meetings
- Assist in development of executive presentations
- Support project controls by reviewing schedules and forecasts
- Assist in drafting RFIs and NCR responses
- Support logistics specialist in reviewing and inventorying materials and equipment
- Assist Project Manager with daily activities such as communications matrices, procurement documentation, and lessons learned
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. Blue Star Partners LLC will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT, or any other employment-based visa
Salary : $50 - $70
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