Position Summary:

AProject Engineer is responsible for monitoringactivities atassignedconstruction sites.Inspects construction site daily and works withvendorsto schedule deliveries, and to ensure that materials are delivered on time. Responsible for reviewing specifications or drawings and ensuring that construction progresses as scheduledand contract specifications are adhered to. Works to ensure that all state, federal, and industry codes or specifications are followed. Also reports to management anydeviations andworks on corrections. Works in a safe and timely manner with the best quality possible.

Whitaker Construction, founded in 1953, has over 67 years of experience in the heavy civil and underground utility construction industry. Whitaker, an ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) company, has become one of the largest contractors in the intermountain area with more than 400 employees and nearly 50 crews. We perform sanitary sewer, storm drain, culinary water, irrigation, earthwork, roadway construction, dams, landfills, natural gas pipelines, industrial piping, and telecommunication projects primarily in Utah, Idaho, Nevada, Wyoming, Colorado, and Oregon.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Including but not limited to the list below.

• Workas an adjunct to the Foreman, Superintendent, and Project Manager to complete tasks as assigned.
• Educate yourself about where the Project Managers duties end and yours begin to stem any miscommunication; both between the two of you as well as members of the project team.
• Understand the scope of the project, identify the project participants, keep updated contact information, and ensure that you have the reliable means ofcommunicating at all timeswith the project team.
• Evaluate the progress of the project to ensure that the timeline is followed steadily and consistently. Keep an openline of communication with the project participants so they can alert you to potential problems that might occur.
• Perform important administrative functions for the Project Manager, which include taking meeting minutes, making phone calls to vendors and suppliers, responding to e-mails, and writing progress reports to the project team.
• Update and maintain as-Built drawings if required.
• Prepare RFIs, submittals and transmittals.
• Update project schedules.
• Submit weekly budget projections.
• Track quantities or percentage of job complete.
• Track and update project material for the job.
• Manage Blue Stakes.
• File State Construction Registry (SCR)andLienWaverforms.
• Obtain StormWaterPermits.
• Other dutiesand responsibilitiesmay be assignedby supervisors.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering, orotherrelateddiscipline, or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Prior construction site work experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of field concepts, practices, and procedures related to commercial construction.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skillswith all levels from client, management, to workers and sub-contractors.
• Ability to understand plans and specifications.
• Attention to detail and ability to recognize and correct discrepancies.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to do whatever it takes to get the job done.
• Creativity and ability to think outside the box.
• Ability towork effectivelyin a team environment, as well as being able to work independently.
• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Utilize Viewpoint, Primavera P6 scheduling software, Bid2Win, etc.
• Valid drivers license and reliable transportation to get to and from work.

Physical Requirements:

• Able and willing to work long hours including day, night, weekend shiftsasneeded, and work outside of normal hours.
• Able to walk, lift, reach, stoop, stand, grasp, balance, climb, kneel, crouch, andlift upto 50 poundsoccasionally.
• Able to work in outside environments being subjected to weather changes, noise, vibrations, and job hazards.

WhitakerConstruction offersanexceptionalbenefits package including:

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Employees earn shares in the company All employeeshave ownership in the company and its success
• Competitive wages
• Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Short Term Disability, Supplemental Insurance
• 401 K and Match
• Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Personal Days
• Quarterly Incentive Program (profit sharing)
• Referral Bonuses
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

The ADA defines reasonable accommodation as a change or adjustment to a job or work environment that allows a qualified individual with a disability to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of a particular job, and does not cause an undue hardship for the employer.

Whitaker Construction is an equal opportunity employer. Whitaker will not discriminate and will take affirmative action measures to ensure against discrimination in employment, recruitment, advertisements for employment, compensation, termination, upgrading, promotions, and other conditions of employment against any employee or job applicant on the bases of race, creed, color, national origin, or sex.

Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.