Project Engineer, Construction

Project Engineer, Construction

Department: Construction/CEI

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Parlin, NJ

Reporting To: Donald Stevens

Compensation: $62.50 - $72.11 / hour

Description CME Associates is currently recruiting for a Project Engineer, Construction to join our team of professionals in our Tech Services CM/CI Department. If you are a hard-working, self-motivated team player, we invite you to explore a career with CME Associates.

In this role you will apply your expertise in engineering principles to lead and manage projects independently. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, adapt standard practices to meet project needs, and utilize strong leadership skills to ensure successful execution within scope, schedule, and budget. The individual will involve engaging with stakeholders to achieve project objectives effectively.

Responsibilities Designs a complete project, system, component, or process

Prepares complete plans, specifications, and other project documents

Designs and conducts investigations into specifications, design, and other engineering related tasks

Analyzes and interprets test data to make recommendations

Assigns tasks to and directs other technical and non-technical staff

Plans and coordinates detailed aspects of the engineering work

Prepares scopes of tasks and schedules for assignment

Assists with proposals to provide professional services

Receives general direction on key objectives and project overview

Receives guidance, when necessary, on unconventional/complex problems, direction on modified techniques, and new approaches on assignments with conflicting criteria

Assists with mentored experience to direct reports and junior staff through providing guidance, explaining professional responsibilities, and reviewing work products

Attends project meetings and presents specific aspects of engineering assignments

Communicates effectively to both technical and nontechnical audiences

Demonstrates empathy and critical listening skills
Qualifications Minimum 5 years of experience required in civil engineering Bachelor of Science Engineering from an ABET/EAC-accredited program 2-3 years of construction management site experience

Preferred Qualifications: Masters degree or equivalent is a plus but not required Professional Engineer, preferred OSHA 30hr In-depth understanding of complex construction systems and techniques. Able to step in and assist project leadership with leading projects and managing larger teams on a temporary basis.

Ability to identify and mitigate risks throughout the project lifecycle.

Knowledge of sustainable design and integration of multidisciplinary approaches.

Strong understanding of local, state, and federal regulations affecting construction.

Familiarity with software like MS Project, Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Word.

AutoCAD or Autodesk is a plus

Benefits CME offers a competitive compensation package including: medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, educational assistance program and paid time off.