Project Engineer

PROJECT ENGINEER - EXEMPT

Queen City Railroad Construction, Inc operates as a railroad construction contractor for building and repairing railroad tracks primarily in the Midwest, Mid-Atlantic, and Southern regions of the United States.

General Overview

The Project Engineer is responsible for overseeing a number of different types of railroad construction projects and estimating future projects/contracts.  They will assist the project managers in running field operations such as the project from initiation to close, hiring subcontractors, working with vendors and tracking inventory of equipment and materials.  This person should be knowledgeable about regulations, permits and project management methodology.  They should also work well with others, be highly organized and detail-oriented, meet deadlines and strive to stay within budget. Our office is located in Knoxville, TN, however this is a traveling position and will require you to be at the job sites.

Responsibilities:

Define project scope

Create and manage project budgets

Create construction project management plan

Negotiate with subcontractors to obtain profitable contracts

Develop construction schedule with project deliverables and milestones

Keep inventory of tool, equipment and machinery

Manage resources – materials, workers and equipment

Oversee performance of site Foreman/Supervisor and subcontractors

Estimate future projects/contracts

Must follow all DOT, OSHA and FRA regulations specific to job

Other duties as assigned by Senior Management

Minimum Requirements:

Extensive travel is required

5 years of project management experience in the construction industry

Prior experience in civil work preferred

Prior experience in managing budgets, crews, and schedules

Experience leading a construction crew

Risk management experience in construction projects

Must pass background check and drug test

Skills & Qualifications

Strong team management and leadership skills

Problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Project management skills such as time management, project budgeting, resource management, and project scheduling

Specialized or Technical Knowledge, or Education and Experience:  Strong knowledge of construction management best practices; fluency in software programs related to construction management, including project management software; current with rules and regulations related to construction.  Safety conscious with high regard to other employees working with or near equipment.  Must be a team player and willing to learn all phases of job requirements.  Will require being away from home for extended periods of time.

Physical requirements and environmental conditions:  Must be able to perform duties outside in multiple environments including but not limited to heat and humidity, rain, snow, and ice.  Frequent walking on uneven surfaces, standing for extended periods of time and lift/carry or push/pull equipment and other objects weighing up to 75 pounds.  Must be able to bend, stoop and kneel for extended periods of time.

Benefits (begin 1st of full month 60 days after start date):

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Company paid life insurance

Voluntary life insurance, voluntary short term disability, voluntary long term disability

Voluntary hospitalization, major illness insurance

Health Savings Account

Paid time off

Work boot and safety glasses allowance

Paid holidays

401K Retirement Savings Plan – longer waiting period – see HR for details