[Hiring] Project Engineer @MWH

Role Description

MWH is currently seeking a qualified Project Engineer to support critical water treatment plant (WTP) construction projects in the city, state area.

• Provide technical support to project management and project supervision staff to ensure construction work is performed efficiently, on schedule and in accordance with company policy and engineering standards.
• Assist with subcontractor procurement and management, package development, construction layout, material and equipment procurement, submittal review, manpower scheduling, quantity takeoffs, labor productivity reporting, document controls, material purchases, deliveries and inventory, and project controls.
• Perform ongoing quality inspections; verify all completed work complies with applicable permits, codes, drawings, and specifications.
• Prepare and disseminate all required documentation records such as materials and equipment submittals, status reports, sketches of work already completed, material requirement calculations, etc., to supervisor.
• Prepare drawings and sketches to support construction work, temporary works, work method statements, change orders, estimates, etc.
• Prepare/facilitate and submit work method statements, ensure requisite approvals and permits are obtained prior to work commencement.
• Research resolutions to drawing interpretation problems, conflicts, interferences, and errors. Initiate RFIs and follow through to resolution.
• Layout and provide necessary building control lines and elevations for accurate measurement and correct installation of materials.
• Establish and implement office procedures as they relate to the administration of construction contracts.
• Implement projects controls for distribution and record keeping of correspondence, technical records, and other project documents.
• Review all incoming correspondence and initiate action on it, record minutes of the weekly and monthly project site meeting, review and process the Contractor’s pay applications, review of the project schedule, process RFIs and produce weekly and monthly construction progress reports.
• Ensure Project management systems are maintained up-to-date and accurate.
• Assist with review and analyze Contractor claims, prepare change orders, and manage claims and change order records.
• Assist estimating staff with quantity takeoffs and solicitation of subcontractors and material vendors.
• Work in a manner to ensure your personal safety and that of fellow employees by following the company health and safety guidelines and policies.
• Assist in resolving construction problems/issues and perform additional assignments per supervisor’s direction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or related field; equivalent combination of experience, skills and training may be substituted.
• 2-3 years’ field construction experience at the jobsite level.
• Experience on large heavy civil construction projects.
• Working knowledge of construction equipment techniques, drawings, and specifications, building materials, and required standards applicable to discipline.
• Ability to assume responsibility and work within a larger team environment.
• Ability to interface and communicate effectively with others.
• Familiarity with Project Management database systems such as Primavera Contract Manager, Expedition, SharePoint, etc.
• Ability to travel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience with water/wastewater construction.

Benefits

• Group health & welfare benefits including options for medical, dental and vision.
• 100% Company Paid Benefits: Employee Life Insurance & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Spouse and Dependent Life & AD&D, Short Term Disability (STD), Long Term Disability (LTD), Employee Assistance Program and Health Advocate.
• Voluntary benefits at discounted group rates for accidents, critical illness, and hospital indemnity.
• Flexible Time Off Program (includes vacation and personal time).
• Paid Sick and Safe Leave.
• Paid Parental Leave Program.
• 10 Paid Holidays.
• 401(k) Plan (company matching contributions up to 4%).
• Employee Referral Program.

Company Description

MWH Constructors is a global project delivery company in heavy civil construction with a focus on water and wastewater treatment infrastructure. With the ultimate goal of delivering maximum value to clients and their local communities, MWH Constructors provides single-source, integrated design and construction services through a full range of project delivery methods. Incorporating industry-leading preconstruction and construction services, the Company’s multi-disciplined team of engineering and construction professionals delivers a wide range of projects, including new facilities, infrastructure improvement and expansion, and capital construction services.