Project Engineer

About the Role

Hourigan is seeking a motivated Project Engineer with a thirst to learn to join their team. This entry-level position offers exposure to various career tracks within construction management, including field management, project management, preconstruction services, virtual design & construction coordination, and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Follow and assist with the development of procedures for controlling contract drawings.
• Assist the Project Administrator with setting up the job management system.
• Assist the project team with the building permit process.
• Assist the Superintendent in developing the site utilization plan.
• Assist with the review and coordination of the Loss Prevention, Sustainability Action Plan, and Quality Control Program.
• Proactively administer the review and processing of all submittal data and shop drawings to expedite project schedules and ensure on-time material delivery.
• Prepare and maintain administrative logs, including RFI, RFP, COR, Submittal, and Document Control.
• Serve as the onsite quality manager for assigned trades by verifying subcontractor deliveries meet approved submittal requirements.
• Attend and participate in project meetings and assist the Project Manager with preparing progress reports and meeting minutes.
• Assist with the distribution of proposal change documents to subcontractors/suppliers and assist with collecting pricing or preparing change proposal requirements for internal pricing review.
• Ensure all clarifications/changes, directives, RFIs, etc., are updated on the “as-built” drawings and are fully coordinated with the project team.
• Work alongside senior members of the preconstruction team to estimate projects and develop knowledge of the overall preconstruction process.
• Perform preconstruction duties including quantity take-offs, budget development, subcontractor procurement, assembling exhibit ones, and assembling value engineering worksheets.
• Assist with constructability reviews, project setup, and subcontractor communication.
• Participate in the Hourigan Safety and Health Management System (SHMS) by committing to safe work practices, raising concerns, attending and applying safety and health training, and eliminating hazards within your capability and control, with assistance from safety staff.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• B.S. in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field OR 0-3 years of progressive construction related experience.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Must be willing to work non-traditional hours, including early mornings and evenings, to meet project needs.
• Work may be performed in outdoor environments and varying weather conditions, including heat and cold.
• Frequent physical activity includes standing, walking, climbing, bending, reaching above shoulder level, pushing, and pulling.
• Occasional activity includes sitting and using a computer or viewing a computer screen.
• Some periodic travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Fosters a strong desire to learn.
• Values the need to collaborate with all team members.
• Possesses strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Approaches every responsibility and interaction with a high level of integrity, fairness, care, and concern.
• Leads forward by seeing challenges as opportunities for new possibilities and solutions.
• Consistently delivers beyond expectations to provide exceptional results.