Project Engineer
Bergelectric
- Eugene, OR
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Assist with the management of the bid turnover and project startup process, blueprints/specifications, review proposals/project requirements and coordinate materials procurement.
- Ensure compliance with corporate policies and federal/state laws; provide status updates and maintain documentation records.
- Responsible for material requisition, submittal compilation, purchase orders, on-site job walk-throughs, change orders request for information and close-out documents.
- Assist in writing quotations and project proposals, estimating projects when necessary, review of contracts, setting up projects in relevant software applications, working with project managers, on-site foreman, and general contractors on assigned work.
- Maintain and manage online project document postings utilizing Bluebeam Studio and Microsoft SharePoint.
- Develops and maintains a positive relationship with vendors and clients.
- Assists in coordinating the project team - field supervision, project resources and support department staff - as directed by the Senior Project Manager.
- Assists in monitoring project planning, execution and closure, and all project functions as they relate to quality control and project management.
- Establishes and maintains project management files.
- Maintains drawing sets.
- Estimates material takeoffs and develops change requests.
- Develops and tracks Requests for Information (RFI’s).
- Researches, acquires and collates Submittals and Operations & Maintenance manual materials.
- Actively utilizes project management software and company network to meet all project requirements for documenting, measuring, tracking and resolving project issues.
- Work with the Production and Field teams; Project Managers, Site Superintendents and Field Staff.
- Assists with job billing preparation and substantiations.
- Tracks correspondence.
- Assists Project Managers with additional tasks as needed.
- 2+ years of electrical experience/knowledge of construction, design, and cost management as a Project Engineer with Commercial, Institutional and/or Industrial projects.
- Experience preparing take-offs and estimates for change orders.
- Advanced abilities in reading and interpreting plans and specifications.
- Knowledge of NEC and NECA codes and TIA standards.
- In-depth knowledge of the NFPA codes and has strong problem-solving skills.
- Thorough knowledge of all aspects of construction (technology, equipment, methods, etc.) as well as an understanding of Company and industry practices, processes, and standards and their impact on project activities.
- Knowledge of base principle of scheduling, project management for construction and electric materials is a plus.
- Proficient in MS Office, Bluebeam, Accubid or other estimation software.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Capable of working independently as well as in a team environment.
- Ability to present self in a professional manner and represent the company image.
- Demonstrated track record of leadership and project success.
- Ability to work in fast-paced setting.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- This is largely a sedentary role; however, this role may require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand to complete other administrative functions.
- This role operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, etc.
- There may be a variety of weather conditions while on jobsites such as rain, snow, heat.
- There may be high noise levels while on jobsites.
- Executive Order 11246 including Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision (41 C.F.R. part 60)
- The Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistant Act of 1974, as amended (41 C.F.R. 60-300)
- Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended (41 C.F.R. 60-741)