What are the responsibilities and job description for the PROJECT ENGINEER position at Knife River Construction - Chico?
Knife River has an excellent opportunity for a Project Engineer in Chico, CA.
The Project Engineer provides primary oversight on assigned field operations in a manner consistent with company policies and procedures. Assists with day-to-day operations for construction projects, ensuring that the project is completed safely, within schedule and within budget.
1. Monitor and control the projects assigned including project QC documents (i.e. RFI's, Daily Reports, Timesheets, Submittals, Change Orders, and correspondence.
2. Closely examine costs on each project. Scrutinize each completed project, identify the lessons learned or overlooked, then incorporate the new knowledge into day to
day operations, and future projects.
3. Control the project schedule (3-week look ahead, monthly, baseline). Directly responsible for timely material orders to support installation. Be proactive and make certain that that internal and external questions are answered quickly and clearly in order to keep the installation on schedule.
4. Maintain excellent customer relations. Handle all customer correspondence related to the assigned projects.
5. Review all projects' performance weekly and flag any problems or potential problems upon discovery.
6. Communicate with Contractors and Customer in a clear, accurate, and concise fashion across written and verbal formats.
7. Ensures strict adherence to OSHA requirements and safety program as detailed by the company Safety Manager.
8. Provide reports as directed to Project Manager and/or Operations Manager, to update field efficiency improvement progress and objectives.
9. Process subcontractor monthly pay requisitions and ensures all supporting attachments are correct.
10. Maintains subcontractor/vendor purchasing register. Verify all sub-contractors have current insurance certificates and current Union status letters from sub-contractors.
11. Analyze survey reports, maps, drawings, blueprints, aerial photography and other topographical or geological data to plan projects.
12. Compute quantity take-offs for estimates and assist the estimators as needed.
Preferred Qualifications:
1. Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, Construction Management or equivalent number of years' experience.
2. Minimum of 3 years' experience in construction.
3. Survey experience using GPS equipment/software.
4. Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, Power Point) and AutoCAD.
5. Must possess a valid California driver's license and have an acceptable driving record.
Key Skills & Competencies:
1. Strong computer skills: ability to learn new programs and use company software
systems.
2. Ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of personalities.
3. Strong Excel and database skills.
4. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
5. Knowledge using estimating and scheduling software.
6. Team player and have ability to work independently.
How To Apply:
If unable to apply online, mail completed application to:
Knife River Construction
1764 Skyway
Chico, CA 95928
Knife River Construction is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability,
protected Veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state /federal law.
*Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background check.
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Knife River is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected Veteran status.