Construction Project Engineer

Job Title: Construction Project Engineer

Location: Rapid City, SD

Contract duration: 11 Month contract with potential for extension or conversion

Job Summary

We are seeking a Project Engineer with at least 5 years of construction engineering experience to join our team onsite near Rapid City, South Dakota. This role will be responsible for managing assigned contracts, performing routine project tasks independently, and supporting all phases of construction from planning and design review to quality assurance and progress monitoring.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as Project Engineer on assigned contracts, performing routine project tasks independently and escalating complex issues to supervisors.
• Participate in all phases of the contract modification process, including preparing scopes of work, reviewing proposals, and assisting with estimates.
• Consult with customer representatives, project managers, and stakeholders to provide updates on project progress and resolve potential issues or delays.
• Arrange and conduct pre-work meetings, attend coordination meetings, preparatory phase meetings, and safety meetings.
• Study plans and specifications to understand construction requirements and design criteria; recommend changes to plans or specifications when necessary.
• Provide lessons learned feedback to designers based on project execution and site conditions.
• Develop and implement Quality Assurance (QA) Plans, supporting onsite QA activities to ensure compliance with construction standards, safety, and regulations.
• Monitor scheduled progress of construction activities, identify potential delays, and provide timely updates to supervisors.
• Review contractor plans and technical submittals, including progress schedules, environmental, safety, and quality control programs, certifications, and shop drawings.
• Prepare correspondence regarding contractor performance, Requests for Information (RFIs), and other technical issues.
• Assist in reviewing contractor disputes or claims and make recommendations for resolution.
• Prepare partial and final payment estimates, including measurement and computation of pay items, verification of materials, and percentage completion of lump sum items.

Basic Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (any discipline).

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of construction engineering experience.
• Experience performing project engineering tasks independently and participating in all phases of contract management.
• Proven ability to consult with stakeholders, manage schedules, and monitor construction progress.
• Experience reviewing contractor submittals, technical documents, and ensuring compliance with plans and specifications.
• Experience preparing scopes of work, cost estimates, and payment calculations.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Ability to interpret plans, specifications, and technical documents.
• Knowledge of quality assurance and construction compliance standards.
• Strong communication skills to interact effectively with project teams, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Ability to identify issues and propose solutions for complex construction problems.
• Proficiency in progress tracking, reporting, and documentation.
• Capacity to support safety and coordination activities during construction.
• Willingness to adhere to project timelines and deadlines.

Screening questions:

Do you now or in the future require sponsorship (e.g. H-1B)? Y/N

EEO and ADA Statement:

Consulting Solutions and its family of companies is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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