Project Engineer

Job Description:

Ryan Companies US, Inc. has an immediate career opportunity for a Project Engineer to join our team in Dallas!

Do you enjoy working in a fast, fun, inclusive and collaborative workspace? Do you want the next chapter of your career to be with an industry leader in commercial building services? If this describes you, we encourage you to apply today.

Entry level construction position in Ryan's Field Department or Project Management Department reporting to the Project Executive or Director of Construction with indirect reporting to the Project Manager or Project Superintendent. Assists the project team in the completion of a designated project with the focus on learning Ryan processes, procedures and business policies. The position objective is to educate the employee in field and office operations while working from a construction project site for a minimum of six months and preferably for the duration of an entire construction project. Upon completion of the employee's tenure as a Project Engineer and Sr. Project Engineer a career direction / decision will be established for either promotion to Project Manager I (Project Manager Career Path) or Assistant Superintendent (Field Career Path).

Somethings you can expect to do:

• Help generate Requests For Information (RFIs) and track approvals.

• Monitor and maintain shop drawing log and shop drawing coordination.

• Learn project dimensional control requirements while field verifying dimensions to back check the shop drawing approval process.

• Complete thorough drawing review while utilizing the Ryan checklists.

• Assist Project Manager and Superintendent with creating and executing Project Specific Quality Plan (PSQP).

• Assist in the coordination and tracking of Vendor and Subcontractor deliveries.

• Learn Ryan Safety Policies and Procedures.

• Gain an understanding for overall site logistics.

• Participate in and gain an understanding of the city and jurisdictional permit inspection process.

• Keep office and jobsite plans updated with RFIs and ASIs.

• Accompany Ryan personnel (and Owner) on Punchlist inspections, record Punchlist items and monitor completion of Punchlist work.

• Perform additional assignments per Superintendent's/Project Manager's direction.

• Participate in preparing and updating the project schedule.

• Begin to participate in most tasks listed under Sr. Project Engineer.

• Prepare agendas and minutes for the weekly construction meetings and begin to take an active role in these meetings.

• Lead selective bid solicitation phone calls and overall bidlist management.

• Assist Project Manager with project procurement through development of subcontractor RFP bid forms and bid form evaluation spreadsheets. Begin to understand unit costs, bid form evaluations and award procedures during the bid phase of a construction project.

• Assist in Owner change pricing; prepare billings and review invoices.

• Support the estimating process and learn take-off software and unit cost analysis through preparing quantity take-offs.

• Assist Project Manager with scheduling, creating agenda, and running key project milestone meetings (Release, Kickoff, Control, and Closeout)

You will really stand out if you:

• Open to travel for projects.

• Four-year college degree in construction management or related field or two-year construction certificate with a minimum of 2 years industry experience

• Entry level position, but previous intern experience preferred

• General knowledge of estimating techniques, cost control and material pricing.

• Ability to calculate mathematical calculations, understand architectural and engineering drawings, purchase orders, contracts, and cost-coding systems.

• Ability to assume responsibility, interface and communicate effectively.

• Willingness to travel, and/or relocate, as needed to execute projects.

Eligibility:

Position requires verification of employment to work in the U.S.

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary

• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits

• Retirement and Savings Benefits

• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts

• Life Insurance

• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

• Educational Assistance

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs

• Parenting Benefits

• Employee Discount Programs

• Pet insurance

• Ryan Foundation - charitable matching funds

• Paid Time for Volunteer Events

Disclaimer: Eligibility may vary based on factors such as role, hours worked, employment status, length of service, location, and other considerations. Detailed information will be shared with eligible candidates during the hiring process, and the official terms and conditions will be outlined in each individual offer document.

Ryan Companies is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Notice to Candidates:

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