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Project Engineer I

Southland Industries Inc.

Project Engineer I

Raleigh, NC
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    PEOPLE FIRST: BUILDING TALENT BY DESIGN

     

    Southland Industries understands that people are key to our success as a company. The people who work for us, the people we serve, and the people who live and work in the buildings we design and build.

     

    If you’re someone with a true passion for our industry, we’re looking for you!  At Southland, we seek people that don’t just follow a career path, but who are looking to gain the best experiences and to have an impact wider than their own job.  We believe in building talent and supporting our people with what they need to grow and flourish. And we thrive on creating a strong company and culture where you’ll feel engaged, challenged and valued.

     

    If you’re ready for the next big step in your career and want a fun, fast paced and the excitement of a growing company, then JOIN our team and become a part of an organization that values PEOPLE FIRST, INNOVATION, COLLABORATION, SAFETY, INTEGRITY, ACCOUNTABILITY & SUSTAINABILITY.

     

    POSITION SUMMARY:

     

    Are you looking for an opportunity to jump start your career path in project management? If so, Southland Industries’ Project Engineer position is for you! In this role, you will work on exciting, multi-million dollar commercial MEP projects as you develop your skills in estimating, scheduling and project management within the design-build construction process.

     

    You'll work along side of some the smartest and most innovative people in the business and will have a chance to travel to new locations after we set you up for success in the Atlanta market.  So, if you don't mind moving around and have a desire to travel, we want to hear from you!

     

     

    WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING:

     

    This is the entry point for a career in project management. Primary responsibility is to assist a project manager or managers to successfully coordinate a project using the necessary engineering, labor, equipment, materials, tools, and subcontracted services. This position requires the development of skills in estimating, scheduling and design to better understand the coordination of the design-build construction process.

     

    • Support field labor
    • Labor feedback
    • Equipment & Subcontractor procurement
    • Document Control
    • Design, Trade & Subcontractor coordination
    • Assist in budget analysis, cost and margin projections, estimate project changes & impacts, etc.
    • Assist in the development of project schedules.

     

    WHAT MAKES YOU SUCCESSFUL:

     

    • Basic JDE skills that will include inquiring, reviewing and printing job cost reports, labor feedback entry and purchase order entry.
    • Basic knowledge of HVAC design to include types of equipment utilized in the industry as well as general understanding of system operations (i.e. variable air, constant volume, refrigeration cycle.)
    • Ability to read mechanical and plumbing drawings and identify work installed to track labor feedback accurately.
    • Ability to prepare equipment delivery log and track status of these orders.
    • Competent with general business writing and public speaking.
    • Has competency in basic computer skills to include Microsoft Office products.
    • Ability to communicate effectively with vendors and suppliers to procure, manage and update the submittal process.
    • Ability to communicate with field foremen to write and track RFI’s both internally with our design department and externally with the architect or other designers

     

    WHAT YOU BRING TO US:

     

    • Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management, 1-3 years experience in related field.

     

    PHYSICAL CAPABILITIES

    • Ability to read and interpret technical documentation including CAD drawings, Blueprints, Submittals, etc.
    • Ability to work at a computer terminal with mouse and keyboard for several hours per day.
    • Ability to visit job construction areas and climb stairs, maneuver in and around pipe work and air ducts and work safely in close proximity to construction materials and equipment.

     

    BENEFITS:

     

    As an employee-owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes excellent benefits for you and your family:

     

    • 401(k) Plan with 50% COMPANY MATCH (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting
    • Annual bonus program based upon performance, profitability, and achievement
    • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
    • Term Life, AD&D Insurance, and Voluntary Life Insurance
    • Disability Income Protection Insurance
    • Pre-tax Flexible Spending Plans (Health and Dependent Care)
    • Holidays/Vacation/Personal Time/Life Events Leave
    • Numerous training opportunities and company paid membership for professional associations and licenses

     

    FOR MORE INFORMATION ON SOUTHLAND INDUSTRIES, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEB SITE: WWW.SOUTHLANDIND.COM OR ON FACEBOOK OR LINKEDIN OR TWITTER

     

    To hear what our employees are saying about working at Southland Industries, check out our Career Video - WORKING AT SOUTHLAND

     

    Southland Industries is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

     

    ALL EMPLOYMENT OFFERS ARE CONTINGENT UPON SUCCESSFUL, DRUG TEST, BACKGROUND CHECK AND PROFESSIONAL REFERENCE CHECKS

    AT THIS TIME WE ARE UNABLE TO OFFER EMPLOYMENT SPONSORSHIP

     

    If you don’t feel this position is match for you, we encourage you to share it with others. Feel free to share throughout your social networks and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram to keep up to date on what we’re doing as a company. 

     

     

     

     

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