JE Dunn Construction · 21 hours ago
Senior Project Engineer
JE Dunn Construction is a well-established company focused on building perfection through inspired people and innovative tools. The Senior Project Engineer will manage small projects or components of larger projects, ensuring adherence to quality and safety standards while collaborating with various teams to achieve project goals.
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Responsibilities
Performs assigned aspects of the company’s safety and quality plans and culture by demonstrating commitment to an injury-free environment through individual actions and mentoring others
Coordinates with project QA/QC planning to ensure quality for assigned tasks
Participates in the estimating and change management process and tools, including quantity take-off and review of subcontractor proposals
Works on site with the project team to carry out a variety of tasks such as monitoring crew size, self-perform hours, materials, quantity and equipment
Participates in activities such as punch lists, city inspections, safety reviews, quality reviews and preparation of the necessary documentation
Posts drawings and specifications with most recent information
Organizes and participates in various project meetings. Prepares and disseminates required documentation as appropriate
Coordinates and inspects work and prepares a variety of reports including project daily reports, weekly progress reports, unit reporting, percentage complete, daily manpower, production schedules, equipment tracking, etc., in order to support the project
Performs job site observations with project leadership
Creates procurement logs based on the project schedule and specification requirements. Tracks shop drawings and follows up with deliveries as directed by the project team
Provides progress updates and reports back to the project team to support the scheduling process
Oversees the close out of projects, including but not limited to the punch list, operations and maintenance manuals, as-built drawings, etc
Utilizes company best practice standards and fundamentals for building and construction techniques
Builds relationships and develops communication and interpersonal skills with tradespeople and project team members such as foreman, journeymen, superintendents, subcontractors, etc
Demonstrates an understanding of the various functions and support roles across the company and how each contributes to the success of a project
Collaborates and demonstrates teamwork in project setting
Implements Lean practices into regular activities
Implements best practices for identifying, developing and integrating self-perform opportunities into the project
Leads the preparation of estimates for the base project, self-perform work and change requests. Establishes scopes of work and identifies subcontractors
Makes decisions on the selection of subcontractors and vendors
Coordinates approved purchase orders for timing and delivery of material purchases, product changes and repairs where appropriate to support project completion
Supports and/or completes job set-up and project administration in CMiC and other company technologies
Leads the submittal process to ensure alignment with the project schedule
Prepares and manages the project schedule, outlining the work plan and sequence for assigned portion of the project
Analyzes and reports production statistics for key project components
Manages project risks such as subcontractor performance, financials and resource allocation
Coordinates a variety of meetings such as pre-planning and post-construction meetings, monthly project reviews, progress and Owner Architect Contractor (OAC) meetings
Reviews and approves monthly subcontractor and vendor pay applications
Demonstrates a general understanding of terms and conditions of owner contracts and subcontracts
Initiates conversations about potential issues to create a collaborative environment for solving problems
Leads the project close out process, including creation and management of punch lists, tracking and controlling quality and costs for assigned scopes of work and scheduling inspections
Provides training and mentorship to others
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering or related field
3+ years construction experience
Ability to perform work accurately and completely, and in a timely manner
Communications skills, verbal and written
Proficiency in MS Office
Knowledge of organizational structure and available resources
Ability to apply fundamentals of the means and methods of construction management
Knowledge of project processes and how each supports the successful completion of a project
Ability to build relationships with team members that transcend a project
Proficiency in project management and accounting software
Proficiency in required construction technology
Knowledge of Lean process and philosophy
Knowledge of self-perform and labor productivity
Ability to assess and optimize project productivity
Knowledge of specific trades and scopes of work
Ability to maximize profitability
Ability to lead teams and achieve production goals
Ability to build relationships and collaborate within a team, internally and externally
Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds
May require periods of travel and/or relocation
Must be willing to work non-traditional hours to meet project needs
May be exposed to extreme conditions (hot or cold)
Assignment location may include project sites and/or in the office
Frequent activity: Standing, Walking, Climbing, Bending, Reaching above Shoulder, Pushing, Pulling
Occasional activity: Sitting, Viewing Computer Screen
Benefits
Professional Non-Union
Company
JE Dunn Construction
J. E. Dunn Construction Group is a privately-owned construction company engaging in the commercial construction industry.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Terry Dunn
Director of Field Operations
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