Project Engineer

Caribbean

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

To ensure effective communications between the project’s operational, procurement and planning activities, so as to ensure that the project is completed on-time and within budget.

MAIN JOB FUNCTION

To communicate with subcontractors concerning the preparation, management and direction of their various functions, ensuring the project is completed on time and at the price budgeted and agreed upon and meeting all quality parameters. Monitoring the progress of the job, identifying and resolving any problems that may occur and which may entail variation orders and value engineering proposals.

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Key Duties and Responsibilities

Prepares and controls project documents and information, specifically responsible for the dissemination of project information to key personnel
Manages and acts upon all variations to the contract, assessing all cost and time implications
Prepares method statements for site use as directed by the Project Manager
In conjunction with the Project Manager and Construction Manager, carries out contract administration activities, including reviewing and placing contracts with subcontractors, and formally notifying subcontractors of start dates and any other important project information
Raises and responds to Requests for Information (RFIs); Confirmation of Verbal Instructions (CVIs)
Develops and manages the material “submittal” process including specifications/cut sheets and maintenance manuals
In conjunction with the Project Manager and Construction Manager, drafts all contractual correspondence to suppliers, subcontractors and “Engineer”. Holds discussions with them on proposal submitted to obtain clarifications and ensures compliance with contract
Prepares material listings for construction works as required
Prepares progress reports of projects as required
Monitors the Quality of construction works ensuring compliance with design
Ensures effective maintenance of Project Site Diary with all contemporary records to facilitate pursuit of any time and cost claims

Health, Safety and Environmental Management

Promotes the safe and efficient operation of the Project Site
Ensures HSE hazards related to the Project Site’s facilities and operations are identified and adequate resources applied to manage the HSE related risks
Ensures implementation of all HSE policies and procedure
Ensures all incidents are effectively investigated and periodic HSE audits facilitated
Performs other related duties as may be required by the job

Requirements

Education:	A first degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized institution Post Grad Qualifications in Construction Knowledge Auto-cad and other project-based software programs
Experience:	Five (5) years post qualification experience; must have functioned for three (3) of these at the level of Project Engineer Familiarity with generally accepted construction principles and practices
Essential Skills & Attributes:	Ability to work well under pressure and endure long hours Possess pragmatism and superior problem solving/analysis skills Ability for critical thinking in a systematic fashion Detail and results oriented Effective communication and interpersonal skills Experience working with teams and a team player Superior Management and Organizational skills Must be pro-active with the ability to initiate action and function with a high degree of autonomy