About this role
Job Description
ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard Cand Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.At Hensel Phelps, we don’t just build projects—we build careers, communities, and a culture of excellence.
As an employee-owned company, every person here plays a vital role in shaping our success and future. Guided by our core values of Ownership, Integrity, Builder mindset, Diversity, and Community, we combine cutting-edge technology with hands-on expertise to deliver landmark projects across the nation. When you join Hensel Phelps, you join a team that values your growth, empowers your ideas, and invests in your journey. Together, we create an environment where innovation thrives, safety is paramount, and every individual has the opportunity to make a lasting impact.
Job Description
The Project Engineer (PE) is responsible for all on-site project administration and for management of the office engineers and jobsite administrator. The PE has direct responsibility for project financials, planning and scheduling, for supervision of personnel and for completion of tasks required to fulfill the project's goals. This position requires an extraordinary level of attention to detail as well as the proficient use of project management tools and software. A project engineer works with stakeholders at all levels and will be required to negotiate with owners, suppliers and trade partners in resolving disputes and managing changes.
Key Responsibilities
Assist the project manager and superintendents as follows: Accumulate all necessary data and prepare the monthly owner pay applications
Discover and resolve interface conflicts between the company and trade partners, as well as among trade partners
Assist the company's field supervisors on interpretation of drawings, specifications, RFIs and questions for and from the architect/engineer
Develop/manage the cost control and labor recap in conjunction with the project manager and project superintendent
Process and estimate all potential change orders and requests for information
Assist in development and management of the project schedule
Assist with engineering details and special design
Track and report on the progress of the project
Assist with production analysis studies
Manage the timely acquisition of materials and equipment and field-initiated purchasing
Run weekly owner/architect/contractor meetings and maintain meeting minutes
Assist in monthly margin analysis
Update and maintain the project record utilizing the Book of 14
Participate in jobsite safety meetings, weekly safety audits, etc
Facilitate the quality control plan and participate in preparatory meetings, initial inspections, follow-up inspections, etc
Assist in interpretation of the BIM and VDC specifications
Manage, train and mentor the office engineers and the jobsite administrator.
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
Qualifications
A 4-year degree in civil or structural engineering, architecture, or construction management
Minimum of 2-4 years’ experience on large commercial construction projects Valid Driver’s License
Strong communication skills
Computer software - Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel based templates, Prolog, Primavera and AutoDesk Suite
Preferred Qualifications
Past internships in the construction industry.
Physical Requirements
Moderate Work. Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
The individual in this position will periodically walk, kneel, sit, crouch, reach, stoop, read/see, speak, push, pull, lift, stand, and finger/type. The frequency of each action varies by workflow and office activity.
Walking - The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, boxes, cabinets, etc.
Constantly operates a computer and other office machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, phone, computer, and computer printer.
The person in this position frequently communicates with employees and external stakeholders regarding a variety of topics related to office administration.
Constantly computes, analyzes, and conceptualizes mathematical calculations and formulas.
The person in this position regularly sits in a stationary position in front of a computer screen.
Constantly reads written communications and views mail submissions. Will also need to read blueprints and take/verify field measurements.
Climbing – Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding and ramps at various heights.
Balancing – Ability to maintain body equilibrium to prevent falling and to walk, stand or crouch.
Stooping – Bending the body downward and forward by the spine at the waist.
Visual acuity and ability to operate a vehicle as certified and appropriate.
Occasionally exposed to high and low temperatures
Frequently exposed to noisy environments and outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.
Education
A 4-year degree in civil or structural engineering, architecture, or construction management.