Project Engineer - Data Center job in Charlotte

The Project Engineer (PE) is a key member of the site operations team. The PE has a leadership and planning role working with the Project Manager to assess and direct the feasibility of the schedule and production. They review the technical plans of the project, maintain comprehensive data for all aspects of the project, examine trends and help determine how to manage change and growth. They make budget recommendations, estimate time requirements, and determine the resources necessary for meeting all project goals.

Project engineers are a liaison between the field technicians and the site management teams. Their responsibilities include but are not limited to scheduling, QA/QC, and safety. The PE communicates all aspects of the project to the extended teams ensuring a thorough understanding of the overall project and plan of attack. They manage adherence to the site standards, procedures, and practices, and facilitate record-keeping of pertinent site records. They carry out the inspection of the construction site, review site practices, monitor the workflow and recommend/implement plans for improvement.

What you will do:

Pre-Construction

&bull Provide technical expertise throughout the pre-construction process.

&bull Participate in the constructability review and assess the feasibility of the pre-Construction schedule.

&bull Will be involved in proposals and estimates during the project pursuit process.

Project Planning and Execution

&bull Responsible for keeping all projects on schedule and on budget and meeting required deadlines.

&bull Supervising and supporting the project manager in keeping all project logs current.

&bull If challenges arise on the site, the project engineer must work with the client to resolve them.

&bull Will ensure that submittals are obtained, reviewed, and approved, and that materials and equipment are released for fabrication in time for delivery as required at jobsite.

&bull Develop detailed project schedule in cooperation with the project manager and superintendent.

&bull Assist in management of project permit process.

&bull Drives innovation and efficiency with new technologies, techniques, and pre-fabrication.

&bull Review design specifications, scope of work and drawing packages for constructability.

&bull Assist with the modification/development of the construction and resource schedules.

&bull Update the construction schedule on a regular basis.

&bull Advise the project team of potential issues or deficiencies.

&bull Develop project and budget estimates.

&bull Ensure full visibility and understanding of the construction approach and relevant site standards to the extended team.

&bull Participate in periodic quality/safety checks to ensure compliance to site standards.

&bull Analyze daily progress for compliance to expected schedule.

&bull Prepare, schedule, coordinate and monitor daily/weekly updates.

&bull Oversee Test result submittals and documentation submittals.

&bull Work with extended teams such as Safety, QA/QC to conduct site specific training.

&bull Review drawings and physically measure rooms to ensure they are true to specs for generating complete as-builds.

&bull Periodic change of duties upon request.

&bull Assist site management team with Change Orders, RFI’s, Submittal packages, and possible design changes.

Post Construction

&bull Assist site management team with as-builts and other related close-out documents e.g., certified test results, and as-builts.

&bull Contribute and participate in project lessons learned.

Client Engagement

&bull Understand and communicate to all field personnel the goals regarding construction.

&bull Maintain positive relationships with the client throughout the project(s)

&bull Bachelor’s degree in computer science, business management, electrical engineering, construction management or similar experience

&bull 5+ years of direct work experience in any of these areas: construction management, data centers, or structured cabling environment

&bull Proficient with Microsoft Office.

&bull Must have demonstrated verifiable ability to define a project, create a project scope of work, develop detailed associated tasks, and manage these to final completion and customer turnover.

&bull Must have proven high skill level to interpret blueprints and other project documents, including but not limited to, specifications, reporting, and quality requirements.

&bull Ability to use specialized software for collaboration and time management, including spreadsheets, Bluebeam etc.

&bull Thorough knowledge of legal issues and safety standards is essential.

&bull Experience with inventory control and process improvement

&bull Strong time management and analytical skills

&bull Proficiency in using MS Office Suite and Windows based computer applications with intermediate to advanced Excel skills.

&bull Ability to multitask and lead initiatives.

&bull OSHA 30, Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.