Project Engineer
Description
Are you looking to join Florida’s fastest growing MEP Contractor?
B&I Contractors, Inc., a proud five-time winner of the Great Place to Work certification, is seeking an experienced and dedicated Project Engineer to join our dynamic and expanding team.
Why Choose B&I Contractors, Inc.?
- Industry Leader: As Florida’s fastest growing mechanical MEP Contractor, we specialize in large-scale commercial projects.
- Continuous Development: Benefit from our NCCER-certified in-house and online training that equips you with the skills needed to advance in your career.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy employer-paid health insurance, accrued vacation, and sick time, along with a wellness reimbursement program to support your overall well-being.
- Retirement Benefits: We are a 100% employee owned company with an ESOP. You can also participate in our 401(k) plan with company match and explore post-tax Roth IRA options to secure your financial future.
- Established Legacy: Join a team of over 1500 employees contributing to our success since 1960, with a proven track record of excellence in mechanical contracting.
The Project Engineer will be responsible for assisting the Project Manager in the successful management of commercial mechanical, electrical and plumbing projects, while gaining skills and experience needed to become a Project Manager.
Job Responsibilities:
- Assist Project Manager (PM) with total construction effort to ensure project is constructed in accordance with design specifications, budget and schedule.
- Interface with client representatives, subcontractors, vendors, etc.
- Review, select, and submit project documents in collaboration with PM and project supervision and in accordance with the construction schedule (Ex. Submittals, shop drawings, RFI’s, subcontracts, operation and maintenance manuals, etc.).
- Provide field employees with the necessary support to allow the project to be completed expeditiously.
- Assist PM in extra work estimating and issuance of change orders.
- Assist PM with equipment releases and tracking.
- Support construction project meeting attendance and documentation.
- Act as liaison between trades and other departments within the company.
- Distribute, follow up, and respond in writing to all punch list items in a timely manner.
- Conduct on site visits to gain field experience required to ascertaining productivity of trades, efficient use of materials and equipment, and contractual performance of the project.
- Gain industry knowledge to provide technical assistance and support, i.e., engineering, interpretation of drawings, recommendation of construction methods and equipment, etc., as required.
- Participate in weekly staff and project management meetings.
- Perform additional tasks assignments per PM and Regional Manager’s direction to support branch and company operational efforts.
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree in engineering or equivalent combination of previous construction and/or engineering office related experience.
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook & Excel.
Safety Awareness:
Executes all tasks as assigned in a safe manner and utilize safe work practices as appropriate. Must wear PPE equipment when entering working around or in an area designated as PPE required.
Must undergo Driver’s Skills Assessment training necessary for travel to worksites (if applicable).
Will train on OSHA 10 and 30 as appropriate.
Must undergo Driver’s Skills Assessment training necessary for travel to worksites (if applicable).
Will train on OSHA 10 and 30 as appropriate.
Physical Requirements:
This position requires the ability to lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds on a frequent basis. The employee must be able to perform tasks involving physical labor, including lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying materials, tools, or equipment. Manual material handling must be performed in accordance with OSHA safety standards and company policies to minimize risk of injury.
Esta posición requiere la capacidad de levantar y transportar materiales de hasta 50 libras de manera frecuente. El empleado debe poder realizar tareas que involucren trabajo físico, incluyendo levantar, empujar, jalar y transportar materiales, herramientas o equipo. El manejo manual de materiales debe realizarse de acuerdo con los estándares de seguridad de OSHA y las políticas de la compañía para minimizar el riesgo de lesiones.
Equal Opportunity Employer
B & I Contractors, Inc. (“B & I”) prohibits and will not tolerate discrimination based on any legally protected status, including, but not limited to, race, color, religion, national origin, gender (sex), disability, age, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law. It is the policy of B & I to grant equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons in accordance with all applicable federal, state and any local laws governing non-discrimination in hiring, discipline, termination, promotion, compensation, training and allocation of benefits. If you believe you have been discriminated against, you are encouraged to follow the complaint procedure below. Employees making good faith reports of any kind of discrimination will not be retaliated against.