Extraordinary commitment runs deep at Zachry. Here, dedicated men and women have the opportunity to work on challenging projects alongside those who value innovation and support team efforts in all our endeavors. We take care of our team members as family, within a culture of service where we do the right thing because it is the right thing to do. Our core values are at the center of every decision we make: Every Person Matters® Together We Can Do Great Things® This Is More Than a Job® Job Summary The Project Engineer assists the project manager in the planning and execution of the work, prepares change orders, and participates in change negotiations and overall project administration. The Project Engineer manages job controls to ensure compliance with the contract, budget, schedule, job costing, forecasting, quantities, and billings. He or she must communicate pertinent information to the proper individuals in a timely and effective manner. Essential Functions
Manage cost reporting and projections
Organize and track all change orders
Review, analyze, and update the project schedule in conjunction with the PM and area staff
Understand the critical path of the project and communicate the information to the necessary individuals
Update the equipment schedule with input and assistance from the PM and Superintendents
Maintain current project status and pertinent field activities to be communicated during project reviews
Cross-train engineers and field staff in multiple disciplines and create a collaborative environment between engineers
Maintain communication and work with owners, vendors, subcontractors, and members of the project team
Draft and maintain written correspondence with owner and vendors
Coordinate the RFI process and work with field engineers/superintendents on the draft for final review
Supervise routing of drawings and transmittal approval
Maintain records as required regarding job progress, costs, material usage, etc.
Manage and develop field engineering personnel
This job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this position. The job summary is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required for this position.
Required Skills & Experience
5+ years of previous engineering experience working in all aspects of large heavy/highway construction projects (Structures, Bridges, Underground, Earthwork, and Concrete Paving)
Medium to Large project experience ($25M+) is required
Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or a similar discipline is preferred
Strong leadership skills
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Strong prioritization and organizational skills; detail-oriented
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft programs such as Excel and Word
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
Work independently as well as part of a team
Must be capable, licensed, and approved to drive a company pick-up truck or similar vehicle to work sites, offices, and other locations as required to perform job duties
Must be able to climb up and down ladders and scaffolding to gain access to work and walk on uneven surfaces throughout the construction site
Benefits and EOE
Zachry offers an industry-leading benefits package for our employees and their families.
Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance
401k, Paid leave, and Bonus Program
Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance
Employee assistance program
For additional company information, please visit www.zachrycorp.com
Zachry Construction Corporation performs heavy civil and building work throughout the United States, and relocation is sometimes required for continuous employment opportunities.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status. Applicants must be immediately authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We do not sponsor or transfer sponsorship of an employment visa at this time. We do not interview or hire students in F-1 or J-1 status, and will not sponsor them for work visas.
Notice to Staffing Agencies
Zachry Construction Corporation and its subsidiaries (Zachry) will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Zachry, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Zachry mailing address or email address, directly to Zachry employees, or to Zachry’s resume database will be considered Zachry property. Zachry will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Zachry will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. Agencies must obtain advance written approval from Zachry’s recruiting function to submit resumes, and then only in conjunction with a valid, fully executed contract for service and in response to a specific job opening. Zachry will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have such agreement in place. Agency agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by Zachry’s Human Resources Representative or his/her designee. No other Zachry employee is authorized to bind Zachry to any agreement regarding placement of candidates by Agency.
