Job Description
OVERVIEW
FieldLink is a network infrastructure staffing company helping people find rewarding careers in the Telecom and Low Voltage Industry. We specialize in customized staffing partnerships with industry leading integrators responsible for large commercial projects and government contracts nation-wide.
We are currently hiring a Project Engineer to work in New Albany, OH. This role is a direct hire opportunity, joining a global team offering continued industry training.
The Project Engineer (PE) is a key member of the site operations team. The PE has a leadership and planning role working with the Project Manager to assess and direct the feasibility of the schedule and production. They review the technical plans of the project, maintain comprehensive data for all aspects of the project, examine trends and help determine how to manage change and growth. They make budget recommendations, estimate time requirements, and determine the resources necessary for meeting all project goals.
Project engineers are a liaison between the field technicians and the site management teams. Their responsibilities include but are not limited to scheduling, QA/QC, and safety. The PE communicates all aspects of the project to the extended teams ensuring a thorough understanding of the overall project and plan of attack. They manage adherence to the site standards, procedures, and practices, and facilitate record-keeping of pertinent site records. They carry out the inspection of the construction site, review site practices, monitor the workflow and recommend/implement plans for improvement.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES
Pre-Construction
Provide technical expertise throughout the pre-construction process.
Participate in the constructability review and assess the feasibility of the pre-Construction schedule.
Will be involved in proposals and estimates during the project pursuit process.
Project Planning and Execution
Responsible for keeping all projects on schedule and on budget and meeting required deadlines.
Supervising and supporting the project manager in keeping all project logs current.
If challenges arise on the site, the project engineer must work with the client to resolve them.
Will ensure that submittals are obtained, reviewed, and approved, and that materials and equipment are released for fabrication in time for delivery as required at jobsite.
Develop detailed project schedule in cooperation with the project manager and superintendent.
Assist in management of project permit process.
Drives innovation and efficiency with new technologies, techniques, and pre-fabrication.
Review design specifications, scope of work and drawing packages for constructability.
Assist with the modification/development of the construction and resource schedules.
Update the construction schedule on a regular basis.
Advise the project team of potential issues or deficiencies.
Develop project and budget estimates.
Ensure full visibility and understanding of the construction approach and relevant site standards to the extended team.
Participate in periodic quality/safety checks to ensure compliance to site standards.
Analyze daily progress for compliance to expected schedule.
Prepare, schedule, coordinate and monitor daily/weekly updates.
Oversee Test result submittals and documentation submittals.
Work with extended teams such as Safety, QA/QC to conduct site specific training.
Review drawings and physically measure rooms to ensure they are true to specs for generating complete as-builds.
Periodic change of duties upon request.
Assist site management team with Change Orders, RFI's, Submittal packages, and possible design changes.
Post Construction
Assist site management team with as-builts and other related close-out documents e.g., certified test results.
Contribute and participate in project lessons learned.
Client Engagement
Understand and communicate to all field personnel the goals regarding construction.
Maintain positive relationships with the client throughout the project(s)
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree in computer science, business management, electrical engineering, construction management or similar experience
5+ years of direct work experience in any of these areas: construction management, data centers, or structured cabling environment
Proficient with Microsoft Office.
Must have demonstrated verifiable ability to define a project, create a project scope of work, develop detailed associated tasks, and manage these to final completion and customer turnover.
Must have proven high skill level to interpret blueprints and other project documents, including but not limited to, specifications, reporting, and quality requirements.
Ability to use specialized software for collaboration and time management, including spreadsheets, Bluebeam etc.
Thorough knowledge of legal issues and safety standards is essential.
Experience with inventory control and process improvement
Strong time management and analytical skills
Proficiency in using MS Office Suite and Windows based computer applications with intermediate to advanced Excel skills.
Ability to multitask and lead initiatives.
OHSA 30
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