Project Engineer

Company Overview

Headquartered in Bensalem PA and founded in 1999, EDA Contractors holds an extensive portfolio of
experience related to the exterior envelope of commercial, institutional, and industrial buildings. EDA
achieves excellence by integrating design knowledge, continuous training, and accountability into every
facet of the company. EDA provides a wide range of comprehensive services: Air & Vapor Barriers, Green
Roof Systems, Masonry, Repair & Maintenance, Roofing & Sheetmetal, Siding & Wall Panels, Slate & Copper
Roofing, Glass & Glazing and Waterproofing.

EDA is a growth and customer-oriented organization. We are proud to foster a workplace culture that has been recognized with several Top Workplace awards.

Job Summary

A Project Engineer interfaces with internal project teams to assist with their particular needs by serving as the dedicated expert tasked with providing all required technical support for our Project Management teams. A Project Engineer will gaining in-depth knowledge of our projects by studying the contract documents, assist our PM Teams with product selection, create submittal packages, providing oversight of our shop drawing process, procure engineering calculations, perform material take-offs and create material order lists. A Project Engineer will also provide professional oversight and offer solutions to challenges with design and field conditions. A Project Engineer will work with various departments from Project Management to Shop and Field Operations, in order to ensure constructability, sequencing and coordination from fabrication through installation. Additionally, a Project Engineer will strive to improve by continuing to learn and research advanced technology regarding best practices in the field leading to cost-effective solutions. A Project Engineer may serve as a team leader, cultivating other Project Engineers and mentoring Engineering Assistants in the ways of design and construction.

You’ll be a member of our brilliant engineering team, contributing to the design and construction of new cutting-edge architecture. To be successful in this position, you should have hands-on experience with project management, possess a strong attention to detail and have a desire to understand construction details, sequencing and coordination. It’s also important that you have rock-solid self-management, organization and communication skills to meet the daily demands of this role.

Job Responsibilities

Obtain in-depth knowledge of a project by researching and studying contract documents
Develop and manage relationships with manufacturers and vendors
Research products for performance requirements and code compliance
Assist with product selection by procuring pricing and product data for all potential products
Create all submittal packages required for our Glass & Glazing scopes of work
Provide oversight of our shop drawing process and procure engineering calculations from vendors
Assist in reviewing and analyzing shop drawing details for constructability and best practices
Provide value engineering alternatives and innovative solutions to enhance project needs
Perform material take-offs and provide material order lists
Oversee and facilitate off-site mockups and testing
Provide technical support and problem solving for field conditions
Serve as the technical representative in project meetings with our customers
Collaborate with Shop, CAD operators, other Engineers and Field Staff
Attend conferences and in-house lunch and learns to continue education

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Capable of critical thinking, risk assessment, problem solving & predictability
Fluent in communicating ideas & concepts including visual diagrams
Apply discernment and exercise proper ethical principles in all decisions
Capable to attend meetings and effectively communicate with project team and customers
Possess computational and spatial ability
Excellent oral and written communication
Attention to detail
Develop and maintain positive working relationships with internal and external customers and vendors
Project development and leadership skills are essential
Ability to work with various departments to facilitate the orderly execution of a proposed project plan
Understanding of safety standards and environmental impact of a design
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Bluebeam / Adobe, OnScreen Take-Off is a plus

Requirements

Previous experience as a Project Engineer (PEng) or comparable industry experience
Previous experience as a Project Manager or a similar role

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This information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications.

EDA Contractors is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer dedicated to diversity and the strength it brings to the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability status, or any other protected characteristic.

For more information about EDA, please visit our website at www.edacontractors.com