Job Details

Make the Leap to an Exciting New Career!

Build your career with Killian Construction Co. As a member of the Killian team, you'll collaborate with some of the most knowledgeable professionals in the construction industry. You'll have the chance to learn new skills and seek greater responsibilities with a team that builds real value in the world around you. This position will be based in the Springfield, Missouri area with potential job placement in the Lebanon/Springfield/Buffalo areas.

This Rare Opportunity Features the Following Benefits:

• Amazing Health Insurance Benefits at Extremely Reasonable Rates
• On Site Fitness Club: Weight Training Center & Cardio Lounge
• Access to Company Salon, Spa & Barbershop, Chiropractor, Doctor's Office & Daycare Center
• 401k Retirement Plans with an Employer Match Contribution
• Paid Time Off
• Dental & Vision Plans
• HSA & Dependent FSA Benefits
• Accident, Short Term Disability & Life Insurance Options
• An Innovative Wellness Program that Pays You to be Healthy

As a Project Engineer/Assistant Superintendent, you are a part of the project management team and will have the opportunity to assist in obtaining, evaluating, and coordinating all information needed to construct our projects in accordance with the contract documents. Our Project Engineers/Assistant Superintendents have responsibility for the protection and promotion of the interests of Killian on our projects every day. This role will also verify that the work meets all safety standards, is within schedule requirements, and is constructed to the highest level of quality that meets the budget. This hands-on role will collaborate with project field operations to make sure project information is delivered, understood, and implemented and will spend time both in the office and at the physical construction site.

Responsibilities

SAFETY:

• Ensure strict adherence to safety, ethics, and compliance requirements at all times.
• Assist in the implementation of our site safety program as needed and ensure subcontractor compliance with Killian safety standards and all applicable safety codes and regulations.

PEOPLE:

• Act as a liaison with architects, subcontractors, consultants, suppliers, inspectors, other Killian job staff and owner's representatives in resolving issues related to plans, specifications and field constraints or discrepancies.
• Attend meetings with other contractors, client, or A/E representatives to coordinate our design and construction efforts.
• Develop reports such as General Conditions Items, labor, safety, change order logs, quality control, status reports, punch lists describing work to be done, sketches of work already completed, material requirement calculations, etc.
• Support and promote companywide internship programs

QUALITY:

• Develop a comprehensive working knowledge and understanding of the contract documents (including Killian's contract, plans, specifications, and applicable codes).
• Participate in the preparation of various studies, recommendations for materials and methods, and cost estimates.
• Assist with submittals and shop drawings, assessing conformance to contract specifications. Work to resolve any differences in interpretation.
• Manage drawings and specifications to ensure the most up-to-date versions are being used throughout the project.
• Verify that all our completed work aligns with applicable codes, drawings, and specifications.

SCHEDULE:

• Assist in scheduling and managing assigned subcontractor trade coordination meetings, look ahead planning meetings and submittal review meetings.
• Be responsible for the supply chain of materials for assigned scopes to ensure they are onsite when needed to execute the work.
• Develop and maintain up-to-date production visuals and site logistics plans.
• Assist with our production tracking process.

COST:

• Assist Project Managers in negotiating change orders, managing information on changes in the work; preparing an independent analysis, as the need arises; acquiring and checking estimates for the changes from subcontractors; acquiring approval of the architect and owner; and resolving any misalignments on project details.
• Provide technical support for cost control
• Assist with specific sections of the overall project budget as assigned.

RISK:

• Prepare a detailed contract items list including all significant items required for the construction of the project. Develop trade scope of work documents for bid packages, major material, and equipment purchases.
• Assist in developing scope of work and executing subcontracts and purchase orders.
• Participate in the close-out process. Prepare final records such as RFI's, close-out records, warranties, as-builts, operation and maintenance manuals, attic stock, spare parts. Evaluate all information to ensure compliance with contract documents.
• Participate in risk management including identification, analysis, response planning and monitoring/controls on a project and demonstrates competency in understanding controls processes for the project to take corrective actions when necessary.

Qualifications

Technical Skills:

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with construction management software.

Compensation:

The anticipated salary range for this position is $50,000 - $70,000 per year. This range represents what Killian reasonably expects to pay for this position, but the actual compensation offered will be dependent upon numerous job-related factors, including but not limited to candidate qualifications, skills, experience, education, location, alignment with market data and internal equity as well as other business and organizational needs.

Education:

Four-year degree in engineering, construction management, or equivalent combinations of technical training and related experience.

Solid understanding of construction equipment and techniques, drawings, and specifications, building materials and required standards applicable to subject area.

Working Environment:

Project Engineers/Assistant Superintendents work primarily at the project sites but may also have duties to perform within the office setting.

Physical Requirements:

Standing and Walking: ~75%

Sitting and Desk Work: ~25%

Occasional lifting of materials and equipment.