Project Engineer

Job Description:

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

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 bid list 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:

• 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.

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

• Previous intern experience preferred

Eligibility: Positions require verification of employment eligibility to work in the U.S.

Compensation: The annual base pay is $62,200 - $77,700. The base rate may vary within the anticipated range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate's knowledge, skills and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include commission and/or an incentive program.

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary

• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits

• Retirement and Savings Benefits

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Life Insurance

• Educational Assistance

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Parenting Benefits

• Long-term Disability

• Ryan Foundation - charitable matching funds

• Paid Time for Volunteer Events

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

Non-Solicitation Notice to Recruitment Agencies:

Ryan Companies kindly requests that recruitment agencies and third-party recruiters do not submit unsolicited resumes or candidate information to any Ryan Companies employee or office. Ryan Companies will not be responsible for any fees or expenses associated with unsolicited submissions. If recruitment services are required, we will reach out directly to agencies on our approved vendor list. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation.