Project Engineer

Position Title: Project Engineer

Department: Project Management/ Field Operations 

About Our Company

Based in Grand Rapids Michigan, Veneklasen Construction has been building great structures since 1976. Veneklasen Construction focuses on all the important things, like taking great care of our customers to help them achieve their vision while at the same time taking care of our employees, our community, and the environment. Here, people are our priority. We have been recognized as one of West Michigan’s Best and Brightest Companies to Work for fourteen years in a row and were named a National Best and Brightest Company in 2023. We are a growing medium-sized general contractor with a historically strong base of operations in Michigan and a growing national presence.

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 job sites.

Contacts

The Project Engineer reports to the 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.  
• Attends project meetings, tracks progress, and provides project updates.
• Coordinate work with customers and subcontractors.
• Prepares building permit applications and submits them to the municipality. 
• Processes RFI’s and updates as-built 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 the superintendent and/or project manager with assigned tasks.

(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 of the duties listed, nor does it necessarily list all possible duties that may be assigned.)

Education/Experience/Knowledge

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite products (outlook, word, excel, project, PowerPoint, 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.
• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, project management, or Engineering; or equivalent years of experience.