Position Title: Project Engineer

Department: Project Management or Field Operations

About Our Company

Veneklasen Construction, a family-owned company, based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, has been a leading force in the construction industry since 1976. With a steadfast commitment to excellence, we prioritize customer satisfaction, employee well-being, community engagement, and environmental stewardship. Our dedication to these values has continued to earn us recognition as one of West Michigan’s Best and Brightest Companies, along with national acclaim as a Best and Brightest Company. As a medium-sized general contractor, we have built a solid foundation in Michigan while expanding our presence across the nation, driven by our relentless pursuit of quality and integrity.

Position Summary

The Project Engineer (PE) is responsible for managing and planning various aspects of a project such as reviewing design and bid documents, evaluating trade contractor and supplier proposals, obtaining permits, overseeing construction progress, and document and cost control to ensure the project is completed successfully. The PE also performs site inspections for safety and quality purposes. This is a full time FLSA exempt position. This position requires 40 work hours per week with the ability to work more if required. This position may require daily travel to one or more jobsites.

Contacts 

The Project Engineer reports to assigned Project Manager or Superintendent.

Functions, Duties and Responsibilities

• Creates and updates project schedules, phasing plans, and site logistics.
• Creates and monitors submittal logs.
• Receives, reviews, and distributes submittals, shop drawings, and keeps accurate and updated construction documents.  
• Attend project meetings, tracks progress, and provides project updates.
• Coordinate work with customers and subcontractors.
• Prepares building permit applications and submits to municipality. 
• Processes RFI’s and updates as-build drawings in project management software.
• Assist project accountant.
• Ensures site safety reviews and addresses critical safety concerns arising in the work field.
• Ensures abidance of safety rules and regulations.
• Performs quality inspections and addresses any areas of concern.
• Performs material equipment and craftsmanship inspections.
• Compiles all required inspections for building occupancy.
• Creates, distributes, and completes project punch list.
• Schedules and tracks owner training.
• Manages warranty items.
• Assist superintendent and/or project manager with assigned tasks.

Qualifications and Skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite products (outlook, word, excel, project, power point etc.)
• Attention to detail and problem-solving ability.
• Self-motivated team player.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and the ability to clearly articulate ideas both verbally and in written communication.
• Demonstrate ability to be positive and proactive in a fast-paced work environment.

Education/Experience/Knowledge

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, project management or Engineering; or equivalent years of experience.

(Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list of tasks is illustrative ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class. It does not imply that all positions within the class perform all the duties listed, nor does it necessarily list all possible duties that may be assigned.)