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Project Engineer

Ferreira Construction Co., Inc.

Branchburg, NJJobPosted 7mo agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago

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Branchburg, NJ
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Job overview

Ferreira Construction Co., Inc. is hiring a Project Engineer. The Project Engineer supports construction project execution by providing administrative and technical services in scheduling, cost engineering, subcontractor coordination, and general project administration. This role works closely with job site project managers and superintendents to ensure overall project oversight, potentially focusing on specific sections, subcontractors, or other project facets.

Key focus areas include Assist in developing the project plan, providing input and support as needed., Collaborate with Project Managers on purchasing activities, including scope definitions and quantity take-offs., and Prepare and submit project submittals, ensuring compliance with plans and specifications..

Important skills include Scheduling, Cost Engineering, Subcontract Coordination, General Project Administration, Reading And Interpreting Construction Drawings, and Microsoft Office Suite.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

SchedulingCost EngineeringSubcontract CoordinationGeneral Project AdministrationReading and Interpreting Construction DrawingsMicrosoft Office SuiteCommunicationTeam PlayerWork EthicDetail-OrientedManage Multiple PrioritiesMeet Tight Deadlines

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or a Related Field

Full job description

Project Engineer

Location: New Jersey

Position Overview: The Project Engineer plays a crucial role in supporting the successful execution of construction projects by providing administrative and technical services in scheduling, cost engineering, subcontractor coordination, and general project administration. Working closely with job site project managers and superintendents, the Project Engineer ensures overall project oversight and may focus on specific sections, subcontractors, or other project facets.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist in developing the project plan, providing input and support as needed.

  • Collaborate with Project Managers on purchasing activities, including scope definitions and quantity take-offs.

  • Prepare and submit project submittals, ensuring compliance with plans and specifications.

  • Support the development and updating of project schedules, including subcontractor detail schedules.

  • Monitor and expedite material deliveries, ensuring alignment with the project schedule.

  • Administer assigned subcontracts, ensuring adherence to project requirements.

  • Aid Project Manager and Superintendent in coordinating construction drawings and specifications.

  • Draft change orders and solicit pricing from subcontractors and suppliers; perform scope take-offs and cost estimates.

  • Assist in project closeout, including assembling manuals and warranties for owner turnover and preparing final payment documents for subcontractors.

  • Serve as the primary contact for document management applications, ensuring effective communication and record-keeping.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field preferred.

  • Proven knowledge of scheduling, cost engineering, subcontract coordination, and general project administration.

  • Proficiency in reading and interpreting construction drawings and specifications.

  • Strong computer skills, particularly with Microsoft Office Suite.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

  • A reliable team player with a strong work ethic.

  • Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.

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