Project Engineer I
Limbach is a leading building systems solutions firm specializing in revitalizing and maintaining critical systems within existing facilities. As a Project Engineer I, you will learn various aspects of project management and assist in ensuring successful project execution through detailed planning and coordination.
Responsibilities
- Reviews and understands the complete scope of a given contract
- Reviews plans, specifications, and other contract documents pertaining to a project
- Attends project kickoff and peer review meetings (where applicable) with the Project Manager and team
- Develops detailed project schedules, and provides input for the owner’s/general contractor’s schedule to ensure access to perform all work in the most expeditious and productive manner possible
- Tracks equipment, material, labor, subcontract, and other miscellaneous project-related costs
- Assists with the development of shop drawings and coordination of planning efforts with other trades
- Schedules material purchases, and reviews purchase orders to ensure materials meet specifications
- Develops piping, plumbing, or sheet metal trade construction standards for projects with our planners
- Communicates the project schedule, manpower loading, and labor cost unit and dollars for the project to key internal stakeholders. Reviews and discusses these items with supervisors on a regular basis
- Assembles, reviews, and transmits vendor and subcontractor material and equipment submittals for distribution to the contractor, architect, or engineer for review and approval
- Calculates progress invoices, ensures positive cash flow, reduces retention cost, and collects payments
- Reviews revised contract documents, and negotiates/finalizes changes in cost with owners or contractors
- Maintains 'as built' records and drawings to help document project progress
- Tracks project costs on a weekly basis, makes adjustments, and books proceed and change orders
- Creates commissioning schedules that include pressure test, system cleanings, equipment checkout and start up, system balancing, and owner training
- Prepares and delivers operations/maintenance manuals and warranty letters for contract closeout
- Ensures all site work is done safely and adheres to the safety guidelines of the Company
- Establishes and maintains positive customer relationships
- All other duties as assigned
Skills
- Bachelor's Degree in Building Construction, Engineering, or equivalent required
- Demonstrated knowledge of the construction process and related concepts
- Ability to communicate effectively (both verbally and in writing) with diverse audiences
- Proficient in computer programs utilized for spreadsheet calculations and word processing
- Must be organized, attentive to detail, and able to multitask/manage competing deadlines
- Ability to travel occasionally to attend meetings and conduct site visits/inspections
- Must have a valid driver's license
- Must have a driving record compliant with the Company's policies and MVR requirements, and consent to ongoing driving record monitoring by the Company
- Previous construction-based internship preferred
Benefits
- Full portfolio of medical, dental, and vision benefits, along with 401K plan and company match.
- HSA, FSA, and life insurance offerings.
- Maximize your professional development with our [award-winning Learning & Engagement team](https://www.limbachinc.com/our-people/building-your-career/).
- Engage in our “We Care” culture through our ERGs, brought to you by [EMBRACE](https://www.limbachinc.com/about-us/commitment-to-diversity-and-inclusion/).
- Career pathing flexibility and mobility.
Company Overview
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