

Project Engineer POST NUMBER: 455009
Summary
The Project Engineer provides support to construction project managers by managing and distributing project documentation, facilitating information flow, obtaining approvals, reviewing plans, contracts, owner change events, owner change orders, and similar tasks. This position is also responsible for project management in current project management software, assists in the creation of subcontractor and supplier contracts, change orders, and tracks insurance and safety documentation for subcontractors.
Key Outcomes Expected
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Work closely with the Project Manager and ensure projects are set up in current project software accurately and timely to begin the construction process, track progress, and invoice for the project during the entire phase of construction.
- Create schedules and submittal logs according to specifications for approval by architects and to direct the subcontractors.
- Distribute drawings and plans to the appropriate individuals.
- Create and track the cost impact on any design changes and/or change events. Create Change Orders for client to approve or deny.
- Enter punch list items in current project software to track the status.
- Create partial invoicing through current project software.
- Create all reporting for Principal in Charge (PIC) monthly meeting.
Qualifications:
- Previous experience working in commercial constructio
- Experience with construction / cost accounting
- Previous experience working with Procore or equivalent software
- Demonstrated ability to read, interpret, and use drawings, specifications, sketches, plans, forms, and other visual instructions, either in print or digital form, in order to perform required work.
- Demonstrated ability to read and understand financial contracts.
- Effective analytical, problem solving, and decision-making skills (can gather and analyze data and information, track trends, and draw conclusions). Able to think logically and analytically.
- Able to manage documentation for multiple projects including ability to understand, follow, and meet schedules; ability to prioritize, organize tasks and time, and follow up; and perform responsibilities efficiently and timely.
- Able to manage multiple requests and meet multiple deadlines.
- Takes initiative and needs little supervision.
- Proactive in anticipating and alerting others to problems with projects or processes.
- High-detail orientation and accuracy; can thoroughly and accurately complete forms and other documents.
- Demonstrates strong customer service orientation.
- Effective verbal, written, and interpersonal skills. Can effectively communicate with a variety of individuals with diverse backgrounds, education, and economic levels and roles both with external and internal others.
- Able to work well in a team environment and as part of a team.
- Proficient in basic computer skills, i.e. Microsoft Word, Excel, Internet usage, Outlook (e-mail), Microsoft Teams, and Zoom. Capable of learning company database programs and software specific to this job.
Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.
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