Career Opportunities
Loeffler Construction & Consulting is looking for a full-time Sr. Project Engineer!
Loeffler Construction & Consulting was founded on the belief that Integrity Built construction has the power to transform communities and create lasting value for future generations. ‘Integrity Built’ signifies an unwavering commitment to doing the right thing for our clients, our staff, and our community. This extends to our everyday culture and core values. At Loeffler, we strive to value voices at every turn, keep each other honest, be responsibly curious, and get it done, better. We offer a work environment where your career goals can be achieved, with a promise of respect, rewards, and a foundation to build your career on.
Summary of Position
The Sr. Project Engineer is responsible for planning, coordinating, scheduling, as well as, supervising and monitoring on-site construction engineering activities for projects. Timely and accurate performance in fundamental tasks, including routine construction-related tasks for both project management and field construction activities. Performing tasks in preconstruction, estimating, safety, budgeting, and project closeout will be required.
Advancing relationships with Owners, architects, and developers is paramount. Business Development requirements include researching leads, meeting with potential clients, attending networking events, writing proposals, and performing at a level that produces repeat work.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Depending on the size and/or scope of the project, the Sr. Project Engineer will assist the Project Manager with responsibilities including, but not limited to:
- Support the oversight and management of multiple projects from preconstruction through the closeout/warranty period
- Lead smaller scopes of work or portions of a project
- Assist the Pre-Construction team with activities and assignments, including estimates
- Serve as the technical liaison between the design team and the field
- Review all contract documents and site conditions to determine appropriate means, methods, and techniques
- Inspect and review projects to monitor compliance with building, safety codes, quality control, and other regulations
- Prepare detailed schedules (including Pre-Con, Procurement, Construction, and Close-out), and monitor and update schedules weekly. Utilize look-ahead schedules and collaborate with the team
- Anticipate client needs, document updates, and track progress with regular communication
- Assist in preparing of draft contracts, negotiate changes and additions with architects, consultants, clients, suppliers, and subcontractors
- Manage subcontractor performance
- Support the development and implementation of quality control programs
- Manage procurement and budgeting: Provide detailed tracking and review of cost backup, set-up adequate contingencies, and account for allowances and contingencies monthly
- Assist in preparing monthly progress and final payment requests to the Owner and other entities.
- Lead OAC/trade partner meetings, prepare agendas, and run progress meetings, Owner/Architect meetings, and subcontractor pre-installation meetings. Accurately document meeting discussions and distribute meeting minutes within 48 hours
- Ensure a safe working environment on jobsites and in the office
- Prepare timely notices to the Owner in the event of damages, delays, or changes
- Familiarize yourself with the Owner’s contract regarding provisions for retainage, reimbursable provisions, savings clauses, etc.
- Provide technical support for resolving and tracking project issues
- Manage all project document control within Procore
- Process submittals and RFI’s, and work with the Site Superintendent to determine tasks requiring prioritization
Mentoring
Participate in a “Buddy” system, including, but not limited to, training new Project Engineer hires on Loeffler SOPs, the “Loeffler Way”, and project management software
Business Development
- Begin building relationships with existing and prospective clients
- Actively engage in appropriate industry and trade associations
- Provide exceptional service to existing customers to promote repeat business
Education
- Requires a bachelor’s degree in Construction, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field preferred.
Skills, Abilities, Competencies, and Experience
- Minimum of three (3+) years’ experience preferred
- Communication: Excellent interpersonal communication, attention to detail, and organizational skills
- Continuous Improvement: Stays up to date on the industry, best practices, relevant articles, and takes advantage of events to further educate and promote professional growth
- Accountability: Holds oneself accountable for assigned responsibilities, meets deadlines, works independently, maintains focus, and remains punctual
- Initiative: Self-starter, takes action, seeks new opportunities, and strives to see projects to completion
- Budget Management: Uses resources efficiently, strives to reduce cost, and acts as a part of the budgeting process
- Strong ability to read, analyze, and interpret plans and specifications
- Good judgment, logic, and the ability to learn new things quickly
- Advanced working knowledge of Procore is desirable
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations, Transportation Requirements
- A valid driver’s license and acceptable driving history is required
- Must have reliable transportation for use during work hours
- OSHA 30 Hour Certification or ability to obtain within one year
- Willingness to obtain LEED AP or equivalent
- Prefer First Aid/CPR/AED Certification through Red Cross
- Willingness to obtain SWPPP Certification
Physical Demands
The physical requirements listed here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The position involves sitting for extended periods of time while working at a computer terminal. Employee must be able to communicate effectively in a typical office environment with a standard level of office noise. Occasional standing, bending, walking, and minor lifting are also required.
Employee will be required to visit construction jobsites, which may expose the employee to dirt, dust, uneven surfaces, outdoor weather conditions, and extreme temperatures. In addition, employees must be able to move around prospective or current project sites. This includes climbing ladders, scaffolding, walking on uneven surfaces, walking long distances, and climbing stairs. Noise will typically be moderate.
Loeffler Construction & Consulting is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability status, veteran status, or any other protected class as consistent with applicable law.
To apply for a position, please fill out the form below. Be sure to include your resume and a cover letter.
Client Testimonial
“The folks at Loeffler have been great to work with. Their knowledge of contemporary construction costs is very fine tuned – surely an asset for their clients. It has enabled the design team to have assurance about the cost of our work at an early stage of development allowing us to move forward with confidence that we will not have to enter into a lengthy and challenging VE process during Bid Phase.”