Project Engineer

About This Role

Project Engineers at Mortenson are responsible for reviewing, analyzing, managing, and resolving field coordination issues with project team members and participants. This position offers opportunities at both levels 1 and 2, allowing candidates to apply based on their experience and qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Interpret project plans, specifications, and details for subcontractors and craft persons
• Implement pre-construction quality plan and manage construction permits
• Develop and maintain Material Tracking List, Project Test and Inspection Listing, Concrete Placement Log, Non-Conformance Report
• Manage, create, and distribute contract documents, including RFIs and correspondence
• Oversee testing and inspection processes, implementing a three-phase inspection system
• Manage submittals, ensuring timely processing and alignment with project schedule
• Coordinate subcontractor details, including insurance verification and final payment requests
• Develop and distribute RFIs and Change Orders, updating as-built construction documents
• Build relationships across diverse backgrounds and organizational levels
• Lead team members by example, providing coaching, feedback, and performance management

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction, Civil or Architectural Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent experience
• Current driver’s license
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple project tasks
• Basic understanding of construction law and business practices
• Strong teamwork, initiative, communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, project, and relevant web applications
• Ability to interpret and communicate Mortenson policies
• Active listening and effective communication skills, open to diverse input and feedback

Project Engineer 1:

• Two years of related experience

Project Engineer 2:

• Three years of related experience
• Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.)

Benefits

• Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage
• Dental plan
• 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
• Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources