Project Engineer

Overview

Manage engineering activities for construction projects, ensuring compliance and support.

Key Responsibilities

• constructability review
• shop drawings
• design interpretation
• construction planning
• risk management
• resource management

Tasks

-Project Execution: Ensure project engineering activities comply with company and contract requirements and support overall construction schedule. Provide technical support for construction effort including participation in construction planning and design; interpretation of design; application of construction methods; resolution and documentation of design conflicts; constructability reviews, and shop drawing processing. Develop, implement and administer project engineering procedures and other work controlling documents. -Risk Management: Represent company, project and/or department during A/E, client and project management meetings. -Resource Management: Manage project engineering and related personnel functions and activities. This includes subcontractor planning and administration, and work assignments. Interface all on-site departments as required to resolve problems, ensure quality of construction in support of overall project schedules.

Requirements

• engineering degree
• 3 years
• risk management
• budgeting
• communication
• construction

What You Bring

-Excellent communication and organizational skills to coordinate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders. -Established technical knowledge, encompassing construction and engineering processes, procurement, project controls reporting, and contract management. -Minimum of 3 years similar construction engineering experience. -Advanced knowledge of construction engineering technology, codes, standards, etc., plus an in-depth understanding of the interdependence and relationship between other functional units required. -Experience in identifying, assessing, and mitigating project risks. -4-year engineering degree or equivalent technical training and related experience. -Proficiency in budget management, financial forecasting, and resource allocation. -Ability to thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments and adapt to changing project requirements.

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About Walbridge

-Headquartered in Detroit, with expanded operations across North and South America, it has become one of America’s largest privately‑held construction firms. -Projects range from green‑field manufacturing and battery parks to renovations of education and healthcare facilities. -Delivery methods include general contracting, design‑build, construction management, and EPC integrated with self‑performing concrete and engineering services. -Typical sectors include automotive, data centers, healthcare, education, government, transportation, energy, and mission‑critical facilities. -Walbridge has earned repeated recognition as a US Best Managed Company and has won ENR and EcoVadis awards for standout projects. -The firm leverages advanced technology, such as 3D modeling and AI, to identify issues early, optimize planning, and drive efficiency. -Recent marquee projects include Ford’s BlueOval battery plant and the University of Michigan’s mass timber research hub, showcasing innovation and scale.

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