Project Engineer

Kitchell is seeking a dedicated Project Engineer to join our Mountain Region in Greater Salt Lake City and build a long-term career at one of the most innovative and growth-oriented building companies in the United States.

Overview

Assist with CM Services for vertical public sector construction projects in and around the Salt Lake City I-15 corridor. Monthly visits to project sites outside of the corridor will occur.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develops full understanding of the scope and interdependence of all contract documents

• Observes and records jobsite activity in accordance with required contractual frequency

• Manages effective document control mechanisms for the project to ensure that work is performed in accordance with contract documents

• Evaluates change order requests including design changes, specifications and drawing releases and reports status

• Evaluates submittals of shop drawings, material data and samples and takes appropriate action based upon contract specifications

• Reviews and processes as-built drawings to ensure that all changes during the course of construction are recorded

• Reviews the project schedule and assists the project manager in the maintenance of it as requested

• Manages the request for information process in order to facilitate the timely exchange of information between designer and contractor

• Assists the project manager in the maintenance of effective cost control mechanisms for the project

• Assist with project close out requirements in accordance with contract documents

• Coordinates meeting agendas, prepares minutes and follows up on action items

• Utilizes safe work practices and follows directives, policies and procedures for assisting and maintaining a healthy and safe work environment

• Maintains effective and professional relationships with owners, architects, engineers and contractors

• Executes additional duties and responsibilities as assigned

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or Architecture is preferred

• Internship experience and/or a year of related work experience in construction is ideal

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of construction and engineering related processes, as well as industry practices is required

• Knowledge of the roles and interdependence between the contractor, designer, owner, and construction manager is required

• Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to build and maintain effective interpersonal relationships is required

• Proficiency with the MS Suite of tools is preferred

• Proficiency with construction specific software like Bluebeam and Procore is strongly preferred

• Ability to read and comprehend technical drawings and blueprints is needed

Travel Requirements

This position is regional. Much of the work will be performed around Greater Salt Lake City (from Ogden to Murry) at active project site locations. Approximately once a month a drive to Blanding will occur to support a project in Southeast Utah. The ability to drive without restrictions and a valid Utah Driver's License is required.

License and Certifications

• Active driver's license from the State of Utah is required

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must regularly work in an office and/or construction environment. Conditions regularly include exposure to outdoor elements, hot/cold temperatures, wet conditions, noise, atmospheric conditions and cramped quarters. The noise level in the work environment is occasionally loud. Have the ability to manage a commute regionally as project site change.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must regularly sit, stand, walk, talk or hear and use hands to finger, feel and handle; frequently reach with hands and arms; occasionally climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Must frequently lift and or move 10 pounds and occasionally lift and or move up to 50 pounds.