Hvac Project Engineer

Position summary:

Project Engineer (PE) is responsible for coordinating the hands-on work needed in commercial construction. PE participates in procurement of commercial work through bidding, coordinates equipment purchasing, works with Project Manager to maintain project schedule and document management on a given project. The PE is also responsible for AutoCAD tasks in addition to creating and maintaining coordination drawings as needed.

Essential functions and responsibilities:

• Read and interpret blueprints and complex mechanical systems for commercial buildings

• Obtain permits from appropriate authorities

• Equipment purchasing, ordering, and tracking of shipments

• Attend jobsite progress meetings

• Communicate directly with clients to keep Elk Air and clients abridged of all developments during construction and project close out

• Supporting Project Manager in keeping all project logs up to date and accurate

• Provision of a consistent package of relevant construction information to the General Superintendent and Foremen to ensure the construction team has all information needed for a successful project.

• Champion a teamwork mentality on the jobsite and in the office

• Responsible to ensure that submittals from vendors/subcontractors are within specification and sent to requisite party for approval and coordinates needed changes back to vendor/subcontractor when necessary.

• Assists Project Manager with document management throughout construction (contracts, requests for information, requests for change orders, monthly invoicing, changes to scope of work, project close out documentation)

• Provide value to clients through cost savings insight and best practices

• Offer design/build capability to clients, either direct through building owners or through general contractors

• Report directly to Ownership/Executive Team to keep ownership abreast of major developments/needs/milestones

• Creating and distributing project closeout material to project manager once project is complete.

• Create and maintain coordination plans/drawings, shop drawings, and design/build projects utilizing AutoCAD software.

• The #1 responsibility of the Project Engineer is to assist the Project Manager with all duties to ensure that a given project is completed efficiently, on time, and within budget.

Success factors/job competencies:

• Communicate with a team-based mentality

• Ability to organize and track large amounts of quickly changing data for multiple construction projects

• Monitor and assist project manager with control of project schedule, scope, changes, and risks

• Identify and prioritize goals and daily tasks

• Engage and empower Elk’s construction workforce to help them work effectively

• Uphold integrity as a core value for the position and for Elk Air as a company

• Attention to detail

Physical demands and work environment: .

• Ability to sit, stand and walk around for long periods at a time.

• Work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions

• Able to physically stand, bend, and lift up to 60 lbs.

• Wear safety gear as required

Workdays and shifts:

• Day shift, full-time

• Willing to communicate electronically at off hours

Education/Certification(s)/License(s) Preferred:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or other technical field

• Experience with Construction and/or Commercial HVAC work

Experience/Other Preferred:

• Proficient with reading and understanding blueprints

• Proficient in MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, etc.)

• Proficient with drafting software such as AutoCAD MEP

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Work Location: In person