Department: Project Engineer
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Chicago, IL
Description
The primary function of the Senior Project Engineer is to assist the project team in the administration and management of many of the activities, which are associated with the construction project.
Key Responsibilities
The duties, responsibilities and attributes of the Senior Project Engineer typically include, but are not limited to:
Technical Skills
- Assist with job office set up
- Prepare the initial set up of CMiC, i.e. Submittal Log Registry, RFI numbering system, etc.
- Prepare and maintain Submittal Logs
- Assist the project team with the initial set up of PlanGrid to organize the contract documents for the teams use
- Manage, set up, and oversee progress photo documentation via utilizing PlanGrid
- Prepare and maintain RFI Logs in CMiC
- Post RFI’s and maintain the accuracy of the projects as-builts
- Manage and maintain the Material Procurement Log
- Interact with Field Superintendent(s), Field Foreman, Subcontractor Project Managers, and Material Suppliers / Vendors to ensure timely material deliveries to the site
- Oversee the contract close out process (O&M manuals, As-Builts, etc.)
- Attend project meetings and assist in the preparation / distribution of meeting minutes
- Create and organize all closeout binders
- Attend and participate in WEO Quarterly Risk Management (QRM) Trainings
- Participate in WEO networking events
- Participate in all PE trainings, including PE Boot Camps and PE Round Tables
Management Skills
- Work closely with the APE(s) and PE(s) that are on your project team and mentor and train where applicable
- Assist the Assistant Project Manager or Project Manager in obtaining costs from subcontractors for any extra work performed on the project
- Log costs properly in CMiC, so the Subcontractor Tracking Log may be utilized
- Assist or manage documenting, tracking and maintaining PCI Ticket Log
- Start understanding and managing the subcontractor Change Management process by being assigned a few subcontractors that you are responsible for where you will be managing all financial aspects of their project specific Work Order
- Prepare, review and distribute Change Order Requests for the trades you are responsible for
- Vet Subcontractor Change Order pricing
- Take the first pass at negotiating Subcontractor Change Order pricing when applicable
- Assist the Assistant Project Manager and Project Manager in providing pertinent information that could affect the Monthly Reconciliation Report accuracy and forecasts
- Get involved with the Monthly Reconciliation Reporting and understand the process
- Ensure the timely delivery to the jobsite of all project equipment and materials (procurement)
- Coordinate with the Assistant Project Manager or Project Manager on the date subcontracts must be awarded by to maintain the desired material on-site dates, per the P6 schedule
- Manage the entire submittal process with the subcontractors and design team
- Ensure that the project team is aware of the storage location of all approved Submittals
- Create and maintain a document log, which tracks every drawing issuance from the design team
- Assist with the preparation and distribution of overall project schedules and 8-week look ahead schedules
- Find conflicts in the contract documents and issue a “Request for Information” (RFI) to the appropriate party / parties
- Find practical solutions to field problems or conflicts found in the contract documents prior to issuing RFI’s
- Track outstanding RFIs and expedite return responses to all subcontractors. Elevate critical issues to the APM / PM in a timely manner
- An SPE is able to handle more issues standalone, but still knows when to elevate accordingly
- Assist the Project Superintendent(s) in providing safety orientation to all field workers prior to their start of work on site
- Assist the Project Superintendent(s) with generating and issuing incident reports
- Collect all Injury and Illness Prevention Plans (IIPP) from all subcontractors
- Collect all Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) plans from subcontractors as needed
- Collect Safety Submittals from subcontractors - IIPP, JHA, SDS
- Create the first draft of the projects Site Specific Quality Plan (SSQP)
- Work with the Project Superintendent(s) to schedule all pre-installation meetings
- Attend and lead weekly Building Information Modeling (BIM) meetings and assist in the development of a coordinated model between the MEPF trades
- Document and take meeting minutes for weekly BIM coordination meetings
- Potentially manage the entire BIM coordination process when applicable. The level of engagement / leadership may vary from project to project
- Design project required mock-ups and work closely with the design team to obtain acceptance of all project required mock-ups
- Develop an Owner training schedule which shows when all applicable subcontractors will provide training to the Owner
- Video record and formally transmit all trainings to the Owner as part of our close out package
- Follow up and document punch list work status
- Participate in initial and / or acceptance walks with the Architect / Owner, as needed
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
Personal Attributes
- Effective written and verbal language communication skills
- Takes initiative, strives for increased responsibility and has a desire to learn
- Shows emotional maturity, punctuality and dependability
- Motivate and contribute to the teamwork / morale of the project team
- Shows the desire and willingness to progress to the Assistant Project Manager role and responsibilities
Interpersonal Skills
- Establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with all (client, design professionals, various WEO departments, WEO project team, inspectors, and subcontractors)
- Show alignment with and promotes WEO Corporate Values
- Mentor, coach and train as necessary to help subordinates achieve their career objectives
Qualifications
Four-year degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture or equivalent experience in a related field and a minimum of 1-2 years of relevant project management experience, as an Assistant Project Engineer, Project Engineer or equivalent
Proficiency in basic computer skills (MS Word, Excel, Outlook) Basic understanding of scheduling and CMiC applications
Proficiency in Microsoft Project or P6 Scheduling Software and Project Management Software, such as Prolog, Viewpoint, CMiC or equivalent applications. With experience, using daily software tools, such as Bluebeam, Plan Grid, Safety Mojo, BIM 360 Glue, etc.
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of various construction delivery methods, various market sectors, the construction administration process, building trades, technical aspects of construction including means and methods, materials, building systems, planning, scheduling, estimating, owner and architect relations
Effective oral and written communication skills
Basic time management and organization skills
Completion of OSHA 30-Hour Safety Course
First Aid and CPR certified
Benefits
- 100% ESOP
- Competitive Pay
- Bonus Program
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
- PTO/Sick
- 100% Life Insurance
- 401(K) with Match
- Student Debt Program
Physical Demands
Performance of the required duties will require physical ability to climb permanent and temporary stairs, passenger use of construction personnel hoists, ability to climb ladders and negotiate work areas under construction. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Performing this job requires use of hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls, sit, talk and hear, stand, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works on-site at the construction work site where the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, outside weather conditions and risk of electrical shock. The noise in these work environments is usually moderate to very loud.
These are considered the core responsibilities of the position. Employees are encouraged to reach beyond their current responsibilities in an effort to foster professional growth, but only as they are able to remain accountable for their core responsibilities.
Equal Employment
W.E. O’Neil is committed to an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability or veteran status.
