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Project Engineer

Location: Evansville, Indiana, United States

Post Date: Jan 06, 2021

Requisition #: IND00006S

General Position Summary

The Project Engineer assists and supports the Project Management Team and may interface with the field Superintendents and other field managers.

The Project Engineer works within the Project Management Team which is responsible to plan and oversee the project to insure a timely and cost effective outcome. This includes budgeting, organization, implementation and scheduling of the project. Ensure the project is constructed in a safe, ethical manner and in compliance with all federal, state, and local laws. The Project Management Team staff can vary greatly depending on the size and complexity of the projects, which in turn will affect the number of responsibilities the Project Engineer will be involved in. Ability to travel is a must.

Major Duties & Responsibilities

• Responsible for the safety of all assigned employees and subcontractors to ensure the safe execution of all activities, including the strict adherence to company safety policies and programs through the communication and enforcement of the Skanska Safety and Health Management Program

• Coordinate Means and Methods, Crane layouts, rigging and access plans including calculations

• Monitoring and support the selection process of subcontractors / venders including the negotiations, sub agreements, material agreements and issuing PO’s within the limits of authority

• Management of subcontractors and venders schedule, performance, and payments

• Ensure compliance with project MWBE requirements and Skanska’s DBE compliance program

• Support project meetings, including project team, owner and subcontractors meetings

• Understanding of the contract including Skanska’s contractual obligations and the owners obligations

• Identify Project Risk and develop Mitigation Plans

• Assist in the development of notices as required to the owner to protect Skanska interests regarding extra work, design changes, delays, impacts, etc.

• Assist Management for project claims in collaboration with Project executive and Skanska’s Legal Department

• Project submittals, process RFIs & shop drawings, as required by the Owner

• Manage and/or coordinate onsite personnel, equipment and material resources

• Manage the project budget utilizing Skanska’s Cost Control Systems

• Compile reports regarding financial, schedule and production reports for the Project Executive

• Prepare and coordinate payments from owner and ensure timely payments

• Support development and maintain the project schedule in sync with the project budget

• Develop and maintain site logistics plan with Superintendent staff

• Insure the project delivers a quality product meeting Skanska’s high quality standards

• Assist in the development of project estimates and Change Orders.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Duties and responsibilities may be added or changed as deemed appropriate by management at any time.

Skills & Abilities

• Strong engineering and problem-solving skills

• Strong written, communication, and math/accounting skills

• General understanding of industry and interest in learning more

• Functions effectively as part of a team

• Computer proficient and the ability to adapt to new innovations and processes

• Estimating skills a plus

• Demonstrates potential management and leadership skills

• Excellent time management and organizational skills

• Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality at all times

• Ready and willing to learn new skills to enhance career growth

Education & Experience

• Bachelor of Science in Construction or Engineering preferred, but experience may be considered

• 2+ years of industry experience required

Work Environment/Job Conditions

This job is performed both in the office and in the field. Field work requires experience and confidence working in and around heavy industrial equipment, systems and conditions is required. Activities and responsibilities require frequent sitting (often working on a computer), frequent driving, flying, walking, standing, light lifting, bending, and reaching. Due to tool and computer usage, there may be repetitive motions of the hands and wrists. Travelling is required to support our jobs.

History and Core Values

Skanska USA Inc. is a leading provider of construction, pre-construction consulting, general contracting, design-build, self-performance, public-private partnership, commercial and infrastructure development services to a broad range of public and private clients in the following markets including science and technology, healthcare, education, high-tech, aviation, transportation, sports, entertainment, mechanical, industrial, marine, foundation and environmental. Our Core Values that Matter are Care for Life, Act Ethically and Transparently, Be Better-Together and Commit to Customers is the core strength for our 10,000 employees in the USA. Skanska USA Inc. is headquartered in New York with 34 offices across the country.

EEO Statement

Skanska is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to status as a protected veteran or a qualified individual with a disability, or other protected status, such as race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or age.

Additional Information

• Location: Evansville, Indiana, United States

• Schedule: Full-time

• Employee Status: Regular

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