Project Engineer

Position Overview
As a Project Engineer/Coordinator for Kiewit’s Mass Electric Transportation district, you will support construction activities by planning, organizing, and implementing project management duties (i.e., project controls systems, engineering interface, subcontractors, materials management, purchasing, and scheduling). This person will provide field supervision on construction operations and project administration support to Project Leadership teams on large projects.

District Overview
Mass. Electric Construction Co. (MEC) is a subsidiary of Kiewit Corporation, and an industry leader in transit and rail systems’ construction and maintenance throughout the United States and Canada. MEC specializes in the installation of Overhead Contact Systems (OCS), Traction Power Substations (TPSS), Signaling and Train Control, Communications, and Control Centers. At MEC we maintain our commitment to hire the best people, provide the training needed to keep up with the demands of today’s work environment, and the opportunities to grow and advance within our organization. As the most experienced installer of rail and transit systems in North America, MEC takes pride in being recognized as the Systems Contractor of Choice delivering innovative solutions through aligning our technical expertise with our client’s objectives. We self-perform most disciplines providing time, cost, and scheduling efficiencies, as well as in-house expertise, resulting in seamless performance for our clients.

Location
This person will work on a large transit rail project in Toronto, ON.

Responsibilities
Regarding that portion of the work assigned, develop complete understanding of contract plans and specifications. Examine/inspect field conditions and identify problems, inaccuracies, and cost saving measures that arise or may be encountered. Take corrective actions as needed. Inspect subordinates’ work for compliance with contract plans and specifications, point out deficiencies, explain, and take any corrective action needed. Develop and maintain the project master schedule using appropriate techniques and scheduling software with input from other project management personnel. Manage document control, receive, and log in new issue drawings and other contract documents, and maintain document control log. Review new issue drawings and contract documents for change of conditions; quantify impact of changes and review with supervisor; distribute new issues to field. Prepare monthly cost projections using information generated from project management systems and prepare quarterly cash flow projections. Improve project operations by recommending as appropriate, better methods, staffing, and procedural changes. Act as managing project engineer/coordinator on the project providing supervision and on-the-job training for lower-level engineers. Read and understand plans and specifications. Visualize two-dimensional drawings in three dimensions. Manage and support project teams including direct reports and others as needed. Help drive the company environmental health and safety programs at the project level, driving a safety-oriented approach to work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a construction-related field or equivalent experience and education in project or field engineering.
• At least 5 years of experience in construction and engineering field.
• Experience working on electrical and/or transit rail construction projects is preferred.
• Proven abilities and skills in the following: leadership and management of people, communication (verbal and written), planning, organization, delegation, and mentoring.
• Ability to set standards of excellence in leadership, safety, quality, and productivity for his/her subordinates.
• Working knowledge and ability to direct the operation of at least the following management systems: accounts payable/accounts receivable, materials control, estimating, job cost updates, and subcontracts.

Other Requirements:

1. Regular, reliable attendance
2. Work productively and meet deadlines timely
3. Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment
4. Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
5. Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines.
6. May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.

Base Compensation:
$116,000/yr - $121,000/yr (Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location)

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, paid parental and maternity leave, and generous paid time off. We believe in equal opportunity in employment practices without discrimination and comply with all laws regarding human rights in the provinces where we operate.