Project Engineer

Requisition ID:
178526
Job Level:
Mid Level
Home District/Group:
Eastern Canada District
Department:
Project Engineering
Market:
Transportation
Employment Type:
Full Time
Position OverviewAs a Project Engineer, you will be responsible for the administrative and technical aspects of constructing a project, managing a team of field and cost engineers. Do you have strong interpersonal and information management skills? In this role, you will be the main conduit of information between the construction manager and the team for cost, revenue, cash flow information. Do you have strong mentorship skills? You will have the opportunity to develop the people below you. If this sounds like a match for you, read on!
District OverviewEastern Canada District's projects include highways, bridges, mass transit, mine site development & open pit operations, hydroelectric powerhouses, wind-power plants, dams & industrial. The serve the construction and mining industries and operates in Eastern Canada.
LocationOne of the many things that makes Kiewit’s culture unique is that we go where the work is, which exposes your career to abundant opportunities. We relocate our teams based on the work that is available, combined with the development plans, skill sets and career goals of each team member. This means your Kiewit adventure is custom-designed to meet our shared needs.
Responsibilities
Develop complete understanding of contract plans and specifications
Examine/inspect field conditions and identify problems, inaccuracies, and cost‑saving measures that arise or that may be encountered. Take corrective actions as needed
Inspect subordinates’ work for compliance with the contract plans and specifications, point out deficiencies and explain and take any corrective action needed
Listen to directions and suggestions from supervisors or other employees regarding safe and proper work practices. Evaluate that information to devise and implement a plan based on the evaluation for carrying out the duties of this position
Observe functionality of installed equipment or systems to determine hazards and need for adjustments, relocation, or replacement
Identify workplace safety hazards and take all necessary corrective action to eliminate or minimize them
Understand and respond appropriately to all safety hazards and warning devices (i.E. back‑up alarms, smell of smoke, different colored warning tags, warning sirens.)
Understand and implement lockout/tagout procedures in a safe manner
Develop and maintain the project master schedule using appropriate techniques and scheduling software with input from other project management personnel.
Manage document control;
receive and log in new issue drawings and other contract documents;
maintain document control log
Review new issue drawings and contract documents for change of conditions;
quantify impact of changes and review with supervisor;
distribute new issues to field
Prepare monthly cost projections using information generated from project management systems and prepare quarterly cash flow projections
Purchase and expedite delivery of materials;
manage the material’s control operation
Assist site manager in implementing the project quality/assurance control program
Improve project operations by recommending, as appropriate, better methods, staffing and procedural changes
Act as managing project engineer/coordinator on multiple projects, providing supervision and on‑the‑job training for lower level engineers
Use effective verbal and written communication skills. Add, subtract, multiply and divide whole numbers and fractions rapidly and accurately
Read and understand plans and specifications. Visualize two‑dimensional drawings in three dimensions
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a construction‑related field or equivalent experience and education in project or field engineering
Must be a licensed P.Eng. or registered member as an Engineer‑in‑Training or eligible to register
Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in construction with an emphasis on safety
Working knowledge and ability to direct the operation of at least the following management systems: accounts payable/accounts receivable, materials control, estimating, job cost updates and subcontracts
Proven abilities and skills in the following: leadership and management of people, communication (verbal and written), planning, organization, delegation as well as teaching and mentoring
Ability to relocate and travel as business needs arise
Ability to set standards of excellence in leadership, safety, quality and productivity for his/her subordinates
Ability to access all areas of the construction site
Other Requirements
Regular, reliable attendance
Work productively and meet deadlines timely
Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
May work at various different locations and conditions may vary
Openings are to fill both existing vacancies and newly created positions
Base CompensationBase Compensation: $97,142/yr - $130,000/yr
(Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)
We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top‑tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.
We believe in equal opportunity in employment practices without discrimination and comply with all laws regarding human rights in the provinces where we operate.
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