Calhoun Construction Services, Inc. is a growing commercial general contractor located in Louisville, KY. Calhoun is looking for a highly motivated and experienced Project Engineer . Project Engineers work alongside and will be mentored by our knowledgeable and highly experienced Project Managers. Qualified candidates will possess experience in managing all facets of project management (budget, schedule, procurement, quality & risk) projects including planning, design, construction, occupancy and closeout.

Job Duties :

Interpret project plans, specifications, and details for subcontractors and craft persons

Implement the pre-construction quality plan

Facilitates project meetings

Obtain and maintain all necessary construction permits

Work with Project Manager for fee payments or recurring permit expenses

Develop and maintain: Material Tracking List, Project Test and Inspection Listing, Concrete Placement Log, Non-Conformance Report

Manage, create, and distribute contract documents

Establish handling procedures for electronic documents, including Request for Information (RFI) and correspondence

Incorporate all processes and procedures that support the project closeout phase

Manage all aspects of testing and inspection processes for the construction quality management program

Establish reporting formats, protocols, schedules, and any off-site testing procedures

Notify the Project Manager and Superintendent promptly of test results or inspection items that do not conform to contract requirements

Coordinate the packaging, manage, track, review and processing of submittals

Set up submittal register in accordance with project specifications

Obtain the customer/architect’s approval for field changes

Expedite submittals to ensure material deliveries are in sync with the project schedule

Communicate details and requirements for the submittal process to subcontractors and suppliers,

Provide periodic updates of the submittal register to the customer or architect

Coordinate details of various subcontractors, including verifying insurance, preparing paperwork, and requesting final payment from Finance

Develop and distribute RFIs and Change Orders

Define and implement procedures for posting revisions and updates to as-build construction documents

Incorporate subcontractor as-built documentation in the procedures for revising or updating contract documents

Determine alternative work methods as needed

Coordinate safety and compliance for all team member

Maintain schedule of timelines and follow through until completion

Must maintain an extremely professional working relationship with clients, subcontractors, and peers

Other duties as assigned

Preferred Skills :

Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS/BEng/BArch) from College or University in a technical area of study or equivalent training and experience

Demonstrates capability to read, understand and apply standard to moderately complex documents affecting projects, including but not limited to: agreements/contracts, leases, work letters, project charters, surveys and drawings

Computer skills to include proficiency in Microsoft Office, project and pertinent web application skills at an intermediate level;

Knowledge of construction processes and terminology

Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret complex documents

Requires advanced analytical and quantitative skills

Ability to read and understand blueprints

Detail orientation sufficient to organize and manage multiple project tasks

Possess basic understanding of construction law and generally accepted business practices

Strong teamwork orientation, initiative, communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills

Proven positive and professional attitude and customer service skills

Excellent communication skills; both internal and external

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment

LEED AP preferred, but not required

Full time schedule; weekends as needed

Calhoun is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, age, sex, religion or national origin or any other protected class.

Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H1B status, O-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.