Project Engineer I

Description

• Interpret project plans, specifications, and details for subcontractors and craft persons
• Implement the pre-construction quality plan
• Obtain and maintain construction permits; manage fee payments and recurring expenses
• Develop and maintain Material Tracking List, Project Test and Inspection Listing, Concrete Placement Log, Non-Conformance Report
• Manage, create, and distribute contract documents
• Establish handling procedures for electronic documents (RFIs, correspondence)
• Incorporate processes and procedures for project closeout phase
• Manage testing and inspection processes for construction quality management
• Implement three-phase inspection system
• Establish reporting formats, protocols, schedules, and off-site testing procedures
• Notify Project Manager and Superintendent of non-conforming test results or inspection items
• Manage submittals: set up register, obtain customer/architect approval, prepare transmittal forms, coordinate packaging, review, and processing
• Expedite submittals to align with project schedule
• Communicate submittal process details to subcontractors and suppliers
• Issue submittal requirement letters
• Provide periodic updates of submittal register to customer or architect
• Coordinate subcontractor details: verify insurance, prepare paperwork, request final payment
• Develop and distribute RFIs and Change Orders
• Define and implement procedures for posting revisions and updates to as-built construction documents
• Incorporate subcontractor as-built documentation into contract document updates
• Mentor, manage, and evaluate field engineers
• Determine alternative work methods as needed
• Coordinate safety and compliance for all team members
• Maintain schedule of timelines and ensure completion

Requirements

Mortenson is seeking an experienced Project Engineer I in its Power Delivery Services Group. The role requires interacting with staff at all levels in a dynamic environment, remaining flexible, resourceful, proactive, and efficient while maintaining high professionalism and confidentiality. The Project Engineer will review, analyze, manage, and resolve field coordination issues with project team members and participants. Location varies; visa sponsorship is not offered.

Postings typically remain open a minimum of five days and an average of 44 days. Mortenson does not accept unsolicited agency communications without a valid agreement.

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil, or Architectural Engineering or Construction Management
• Minimum of two years related construction experience
• Detail orientation sufficient to organize and effectively manage multiple tasks
• Basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices
• Strong teamwork orientation, initiative, communication, and problem‑solving skills
• Positive and professional attitude with customer service skills
• Current driver’s license

Benefits

The base pay range for this role is $84,100‑$113,500, with higher ranges in select locations (Denver, Chicago, Seattle, Portland, Washington, D.C.). Pay is positioned within the range based on knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity, and the position is eligible for Mortenson’s incentive plan. Benefits for non‑craft, non‑union employees working 25+ hours per week include medical, vision, dental, 401(k) with matching, paid time off, life and disability insurance, mental‑health resources, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, and gym membership discounts.

• Medical and prescription drug plans with no additional cost vision coverage
• Dental plan
• 401(k) retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
• Employer‑paid life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• No‑cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work‑life resources
• Tuition reimbursement
• Adoption assistance
• Gym membership discount program

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance