Project Engineer

WA Patriot Project Engineer

Position Description

Qualifications

• Preferences:
• Education: 4yr degree in CM or Engineering preferred but construction experience looked at and applicable.
• Take-off and estimating experience a plus
• Experience with CM software; P6, Project, Excel.
• Past construction experience (employment or internship)
• Salary will be based on experience (rage 60K to 80K)
• Willing to work within a 50 mile radius of our home office and travel to and from construction project sites
• Motivated, self-starter who wants to seek growth, knowledge, challenges, and a place to find community and give back to it.
  
  

LEADERSHIP

• Demonstrates initiative in taking on assignments from the Project Manager in support of Project Goals. (Take charge of the future).
• Uses resources within and outside the organization to accomplish responsibilities in the most effective manner (Two heads are better than one).
• Develops a team atmosphere and promote partnering concepts in coordination of and performance of all work activities (Don’t strive for sameness, strive for balance in all areas).
• Willing to work in a TEAM environment.
• Seeks to learn and develop new skill sets.
• Has a passion for success.
• Seeks to mimic our company traits of leading projects and serving clients and charitable causes.
  
  
  

MANAGEMENT

• Monitors and controls various aspects of project as assignments are delegated from the Project Manager and/or Project Superintendent.
• Identifies and evaluates problems on the project and initiates corrective action necessary. Uses Project Manager and/or Project Superintendent as resources to discuss actions and suggestions.
• Identifies, negotiates and processes contract Change Orders as directed by the Project Manager.
• Coordinates and processes submittals including product data, shop drawings and other documentation required by the Contract Specifications.
• Coordinates field activities including Subcontracts as delegated by the Project Superintendent.
• Administers the Project Contract to ensure performance under the General Terms and Conditions.
• Ensures effectiveness of communications within the department and between departments. (Make sure your message is being received and that you understand direction given to you.)
• Performs Subcontract Administration responsibilities including negotiating agreements, writing subcontract scope descriptions, procurement of materials, processing of change orders, processing submittals, etc.
• Performs Contract Closeout activities ensuring all cost issues are properly and promptly addressed, As-Builts are completed, O & M Manuals are submitted and all documentation is processed in accordance with Contract Agreements.
• Produces Construction Schedules based on experience and provides support with estimating project costs in support of Business Development activities.
• Is open to the use of new technology to benefit our company and industry.
• Takes on and completes all tasks associated with their position, no matter how significant.
• WA Patriot contracts as a General Contractor and a Design-Builder. Knowledge and understanding of the Design-Build contracting method is beneficial.
  
  
  

SERVE

• Seeks to be involved in WA Patriot’s charities and service programs.
  
  
  

LIVE

• A qualified person who values a work-life balance.
  
  
  

About Washington Patriot Construction, LLC

Washington Patriot Construction (WA Patriot) is a Commercial Contractor established in 2009. We are seeking talented individuals to assist us in our path to provide the best service to the best clients in our selected region of Washington State. WA Patriot seeks out high-quality, high-profile projects within our niche market and our proximity to our home office in Gig Harbor, WA.

WA Patriot is a close-knit organization composed of construction experts who want to live and work in the same area they call home. WA Patriot’s family centric company, along with an award-winning approach to Design-Build, Safety, and Construction, makes our company worth considering when contemplating your future in the industry.

WA Patriot seeks to hire individuals who share our passion for leading and serving, and who have the drive to achieve their own personal goals of advancing their careers. We are dedicated to the success and professional development of our employees. We encourage continuing education and support a healthy work/life balance in the lives of our employees. In addition, for full-time employees, we offer a competitive compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k), nine paid holidays, vacations, and personal time off.

WA Patriot is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status