Senior Mechanical Project Engineer

Summary of Position

The Project Engineer will have the flexibility to assist with management of multiple projects in Baltimore, MD working directly with the Operations Manager. There will be the opportunity to work in our satellite office from time to time. The Project Engineer will work to ensure that projects are delivered safely on budget, within schedule and in compliance with the company’s standards and to the customer’s satisfaction.

Primary Responsibilities

• Daily coordination with the Operations Manager (OM) to support current and upcoming projects in the field.
• Assist with project buy-out for supplied materials, ensuring compliance with client specifications and industry standards.
• Expedite the material deliveries of subcontractors and suppliers in accordance with the project schedule and coordinate with the project team.
• Ensure project specifications are defined and adhered to. Seek clarification through the RFI process and ensure drawings are up to date.
• Manage specific budgets on a project-by-project basis within the company cost control system.
• Accumulate all necessary data for monthly owner and subcontractor applications for payment.
• Assist with pre-construction and progress meetings with clients and subcontractors, as appropriate.
• Assist with estimating new opportunities; to include labor production, material take offs and quotes, and subcontractor pricing.
• Maintain and complete a current record of submittals (when required), approvals and re-submittals.
• Other duties, as assigned.

Experience

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Process)
• 2-5 Years previous construction experience, preferably as a Mechanical Contractor or Prime Contractor in an industrial environment.
• Familiarity with ASME codes & standards.
• Familiarity with SMAW, GTAW and FCAW welding processes.
• Scheduling and estimating experience are a plus.
• Self-Starter – Ability to work alone on a project, and as part of a team.
• Thorough understanding of plans and specifications

Layout drawings (plan and elevation views)

Process & Flow Diagrams (P&IDs)

Piping Isometric Drawings

Expectations

• Check in with assigned jobsite foremen daily (either over the phone, or in person).
• Check in with the Operations Manager daily (either over the phone or in person).
• Visit each job site weekly, at a minimum, or as required based on project needs.
• Photograph job progress (where allowed)
• Record subcontractor progress (where applicable)
• Submit salary timesheet to OM for review and approval, weekly.
• Submit mileage reimbursement and expense reimbursement (as applicable).
• Turn in delivery tickets, invoices, and any other paperwork to the Baltimore Office.
• 45-50 hours per week, on a weekly salaried basis.
• Flexibility to work in both clean (food-grade) and dirty (recycling facilities) environments.
• Reliable transportation with active driver’s license
• US Citizen and/or Green Card Verified
• Flexibility to travel in the Baltimore Metro Area (Aberdeen, MD to Washington, DC)

PROJECTS

• Establish a solid working relationship with each client that is assigned, that is founded on communication and understanding.
• Communicate the work plan, any issues, and progress to the client within the time frame that fits their needs (daily, weekly, etc.).
• Communicate daily (or more often as needed) with on-site supervision to discuss the plan, needs, and progress of each job task and project.
• Work with site supervision to develop and execute a construction plan for assigned projects, taking into account material and resource requirements, and working with the operations team to schedule those tasks accordingly.
• Visit the project sites to understand each client’s business, facility layout, and project objectives.
• Communicate all plans, progress, and issues to the PM and OM as they occur.

ESTIMATING

• Understand and execute the MAIC estimating procedure.
• Apply the MAIC estimating procedure to new estimates that are assigned.
• Accurately take off material quantities and solicit vendor quotes.
• Accurately identify subcontractor scopes and solicit vendor quotes.
• Estimate manpower, material costs, subcontractor costs, and equipment costs for each estimate assigned.
• Craft proposal letters to clients, for specific estimates, including clarifications and exclusions.
• Review all estimates with the PM and/or OM.

ENGINEERING

• Understand the mechanical construction environment, hazards, and pitfalls.
• Understand the production capability for each assigned client.
• nderstand the installation techniques for rotating equipment.
• Understand the installation techniques for piping, supports, and processes.

Core Competencies

• Drive – Self-starter with the willingness to get involved in all aspects of a project, including troubleshooting and problem solving on-site.
• Accountability – Accepts personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of his or her work.
• Communication – Communicates well both verbally and in writing.
• Teamwork – Builds good relationships and rapport with customers, peers, supervisors, managers, and field employees throughout the organization.
• Consistency – Consistently follows documented procedures and suggests changes / updates when appropriate.
• Scheduling and estimating experience are a plus.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills and organizational skills.