Project Engineer - Plumbing

Overview

The primary role of the Plumbing Project Engineer (PE) will provide the necessary planning, organization, coordination, and direction of the Project Managers to meet company objectives. The PE also provides the project management team resources to act for the company in matters pertaining to the successful progress and completion of assigned projects according to established schedules and specifications. The PE assists in the marketing and sales activities of the company, including business development, direct customer relations, estimating, bidding, pricing, and project negotiations.

Responsibilities

The Project Engineer is responsible for and performs the following duties associated with the Project Management functions of the position:

• Review/design plumbing systems including water, sewer, gas, vents, etc.
• Assist with project assignments as designated by the project manager or project executive.
• Develop and maintain project schedules of assigned projects and work with the General Superintendent and Project Foreman to incorporate them in the overall company schedule.
• Frequently review the planned vs. actual project scheduling and cost to ensure these items remain under control and take immediate action to correct the situation should problems develop.
• Prepare submittals and track the approval process.
• Monitor each job to ensure that it is completed on schedule and within budget.
• Meet with and assist the Project Management Team to fully inform appropriate construction, engineering and estimating personnel of the details of each project before construction work is initiated.

Requirements

• Up to 3 years of proven work experience in construction management and/or related field.
• Knowledge of HVAC & Plumbing systems, building products, construction details/design and relevant Codes, regulations, and quality standards.
• Experience working for a MEP Design Engineering Firm or with a Plumbing Design Build Construction Company.
• Familiarity with construction management software packages.
• Team player, strong problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• Overall strong computer skills.
• Ability to plan and see the “big picture”.
• Self-motivated with excellent time and project management skills.
• Ability to work in an environment with deadlines while having to multi-task with multiple priorities.

*United Mechanical is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity in our employee population. We provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, special disabled veteran, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.*