Project Engineer - Construction jobs in Reno, NV

PROJECT ENGINEER

At Brycon, we are looking to expand our team and are currently looking for motivated candidates who want to build a career in construction. We are an established company with over 31 years of experience in the construction industry.

Would you like a change? Do you want to work for a company that not only invests in its team, but also offers real opportunities for career growth? Brycon is hiring motivated, detailed, and safety-orientated Project Engineer to work with our general contracting team in Reno, NV.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Review project plans and proposals, and work with management to develop project objectives
• Study product design, customer requirements, and performance standards to determine project specifications and present cost estimates
• Review contractor bids
• Through project coordination meetings and other forms of communication, oversee and coordinate the technical aspects of the project
• Prepare status reports and regularly monitor schedules
• Maintain an accurate record of all elements of the project via an electronic database
• Monitor compliance to applicable codes, practices, QA/QC policies, performance standards, and specifications
• Interact daily with clients to interpret their needs and requirements
• Read drawings and prepare take-offs
• Prepare, submit, and track RFIs and submittals
• Generate and track all change orders
• Track and log all drawings
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with the Project Manager and other project participants to ensure project success
• Inform safety managers, superintendents, and/or appropriate supervisors of any safety violations and/or injuries immediately
• Establish annual continuing education goals to improve performance and proficiency in construction project management
• Collect closeout documentation and prepare turnover O&M manuals to Owner
• Other Duties as assigned
• Employee may be required to work extended hours (more than 8 hours per day), weekends, and holidays. Employee will be compensated based on guidelines in the Fair Labor Standards Act. 

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or other construction-related fields of study preferred
• 1 years relevant work or internship experience, knowledge of general contracting a plus
• Ability to interpret drawings and specifications
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Organization and time management skills
• Familiarity with Bluebeam, Timberline, PlanGrid, P6, Microsoft Scheduler, Microsoft Outlook, and/or Microsoft Office Suite
• Knowledge of preconstruction phase, bidding/estimating, accounting, risk management, safety, budget control, schedule control, submittals, RFIs, and change order processes
• Advanced knowledge of construction engineering technology, codes, standards, etc, plus an in-depth understanding of the interdependence and relationship between construction and design teams

• Must successfully complete and pass a background check and drug/alcohol testing
• Valid driver’s record preferred

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive wages
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Teladoc (company paid)
• 401(k) profit sharing retirement plan
• Personal time off
• Educational assistance
• Apprenticeship programs
• Employee recognition program
• Gym reimbursement
• Leadership training
• Certificate programs
• Continuous training opportunities
• Career growth and development opportunities