Project Engineer

Pennecon is a leading provider of integrated solutions throughout the heavy civil, industrial, services & maintenance, and marine industries. Powered by an energetic team all across Canada, we are united by our passion and determination to deliver results on the most complex jobs and challenging environments.

Pennecon Heavy Civil is growing!  In anticipation of upcoming projects across Canada, we are seeking high-energy, results oriented and talented individuals who possess the technical skills required to contribute to a heavy civil project team.  If you feel you are qualified for this position, and you are looking to join a driven and fast paced team eager to take on challenges and do a quality job, we encourage you to apply.

Role: Project Engineer

Location: Country Canada Wide

Reporting to the Project Manager, the Project Engineer is responsible for:

• Meeting with engineering and field crews to review production schedule and confirm all materials, equipment and resources are readily available for production to continue on schedule and within budget;
• Reviewing all shop drawings, design specifications, material requirements and project data through the duration of the project to ensure quality and contract specification compliance;
• Provides technical input for project work plan and scheduling;
• Identifying risk elements of production, materials, equipment or process that could negatively impact the budget or schedule;
• Evaluates daily production, schedule and budget projections to accurately track project performance;
• Updates project schedule weekly for owner and management reporting. Attends weekly owner meetings; presents on project production status as needed;
• Perform additional assignments per management’s direction;
• Notifies engineering and project management of any significant schedule changes and develops solutions to mitigate delays and cost;
• Initiates and manages all Requests for Information (RFIs), as needed by project;
• Remits accurate project quantities using assigned project cost coding to ensure project financials are accurately reported. Manages invoicing with Company accounting team regarding materials, equipment and subcontractor needs;
• Adherence to company safety and quality procedures

The successful candidate will bring the following:

• Bachelor's Degree or technical diploma in engineering;
• 5+ years construction engineering experience required;
• Experience in resource monitoring techniques (i.e. cost accounting, basic estimating) and construction technology, process systems and/or structures preferred;
• Able to identify budget and project costs and recommend options to mitigate project delays;
• Possess verbal, written and presentation skills;
• Knowledge of design build and other alternative build techniques;
• Knowledge of financial reporting methods, quantity tracking methods and cost coding;
• Knowledge of construction scheduling and production time management preferred;
• Ability to assume responsibility, interface and communicate effectively with others.

There is an expectation to work extended work schedules, which includes holidays and weekends.  Travel away from home will be required.  Preferred candidates will be open to travel and construction project work and be on a defined rotation work schedule.  Competitive living out allowance will be provided. 

Pennecon is committed to equity in employment and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. We thank all candidates for their interest but wish to advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Find out more about Pennecon by visiting our website at www.pennecon.com.