Project Engineer Data Center - Ascension - Consolidated Employer Services Recruiting

Job Description for Project Engineer

This position report directly to a Project Manager of Ascension Construction Solutions Ascension Construction Solutions has a job opening for a full-time project engineer primarily for Data Center Construction. Other projects could include utilities, tunnels, water/wastewater plants, transportation/highway and vertical construction projects.

ACS provides:

Full health benefits (medical dental and vision, STD, LTD, L&D), Cellphone reimbursement, 401k Plan, and vehicle allowance when applicable

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS

• Oversee and make decisions related to the performance of work related to scheduling, delivery, logistics, quality control and trade employee staffing levels.
• Oversee work among assigned trades to coordinate project operations. Resolve local area problems regarding procedures, precedence, design clarifications, adequate labor and equipment schedule and all other appropriate matters.
• Manage the overall site safety program as required and ensuring subcontractor compliance with OSHA standards and all applicable safety codes and regulations.
• Create schedules and determine sequencing of work. Develop and implement recovery strategies to maintain project schedule.
• Communicate with owners and architects/engineers in connections with field issues. Investigate and resolve such issues.
• Manage the billing process as it relates to Work In Place (WIP) and overseeing the monthly estimate of work completed, payrolls, material invoices and subcontractor payment applications.
• Manage the work to ensure that it is installed in compliance with and conforms to the approved contract documents.
• Perform site observation, and project documentation.
• Develop and implement procedures to identify, prevent, and ensure nonrecurrence of defective services.
• Assure that job site tests/ inspections, including quality control, quality assurance, and verifications are performed in accordance with the standard test/ inspection methods, project specifications, and another contract document.
• Prioritize and work on multiple projects/tasks simultaneously.
• Perform all phases of field assignments. Interpret specifications, working drawings and convey intent to the contractor.
• Obtain and record field data, in a legible and organized fashion; as required by the plans, specifications, or project staff.
• Generate and compile electronic field reports.
• Work with project staff on design changes.
• Communicate with all entities keeping everyone fully informed.
• Record daily installed construction quantities to review payment requests in terms of progress and amount completed to date.
• Understand the public health and safety requirements and be fully trained in the proper safety procedures.
• May be required to facilitate meetings and or take meeting notes
• May be required to perform night shift work.
• Assume additional responsibilities as directed.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Climb permanent and temporary stairs and ladders
• Stand for long periods of time
• Use of construction personnel hoist
• Navigate active construction sites consisting of uneven ground varying in height and consistency of material
• Use of vision, hands and fingers
• Speak, hear, stoop/bend crouch
• Lift/carry a minimum of 30 pounds
• Be able to wear standard PPE, i.e. hard hats, safety vest, work boots, safety glasses/goggles

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Mud, gravel, rutted/uneven ground etc.
• Exposed to outdoor weather conditions
• Exposed to heavy machinery
• Loud noise
• Tripping hazards
• Environmental hazards

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Associate's degree or greater in Civil Engineering, Construction

Engineering Technology, or Construction Management;

• Equivalent post-secondary education 2 or 4-year degree
• High School diploma or GED required

QUALIFICATIONS

• Qualified candidate must have a valid driver's license and retain a clean motor vehicle report (MVR) for final consideration.
• Must have a minimum of 5 years' experience working on construction projects, mechanical, electrical or data center construction is preferred.
• BIM 360 project management software experience a plus
• Must be able to apply effective management techniques to maximize project performance.
• Thorough understanding of industry practices, processes, standards, etc. and their impact on project activities is essential.
• Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal (tact, diplomacy, influence, etc.) skills.
• Possess a personal vehicle for use during the day for transportation to and from and on or around a job site.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally as well as read write in English.
• Basic math and computer skills
• Construction estimating experience
• Ability to create and or edit Microsoft Word / Google Docs documents
• Ability to create and or edit Microsoft Excel / Google Sheets documents
• Ability to create and or edit Outlook emails with attachments
• Ability to interpret electrical plans, specifications and one-line diagrams
• Knowledge of electrical and controls systems and testing procedures
• Intermediate to advanced competency in schedule and cost control (preferred but not required).
• Scheduling experience with Primavera P6 a plus

CAPABILITIES

• Ability to build relationships with and influence other functional areas
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Highly developed verbal and written communication skills
• Organization and time management skills
• Problem-solving skills with ability to perform root cause analysis
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace applications
• Proficient with scheduling software such as P6
• Proficient with Project Management Tools such as BIM 360 and Procore
• Exposure to Contractor payment processing requests
• Meet travel requirements for job assignments
• Ability to read drawings and interpret specifications
• Review submittals for project compliance

This position is contingent on the successful completion of a background check and drug screening.

ACS is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.