Project Engineer

Location: Pontiac, MI, US

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

 

A Project Engineer, commonly known as Construction Project Manager, is responsible for schedule preparation, pre-planning and resource forecasting for all assigned projects and other technical activities relating to the building project. They will oversee performance management of all facility projects. The Project Engineer must be available to help United Service teams on tasks and other items that may come their way that pertain to facilities operation.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

• Manage building construction projects, progress, and schedule
• Review design and bidding documents from architect, mechanical, and electrical engineers
• Evaluate contractor bids
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and building codes
• Address any issues that arise during construction
• Supervise all assigned construction projects
• Evaluate project performance, producing weekly updates for stakeholders
• Maintain project database

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU

MUST-HAVE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be familiar around the computer. Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint
• Plumbing, HVAC, Electrical, and Building Envelope knowledge is preferred
• Minimum 4 years’ experience as a Project Manager or Superintendent
• Must have good communications skills for internal/external clients
• Problem solving skills are essential to making sound decisions to keep projects on schedule and in budget
• Report and escalate to leadership as needed
• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation
• Be a self-starter with strong independent work ethic
• Ability to work well with large diverse teams
• Ability to work under pressure
• Translate requirements into tasks

THE PLACE & THE PERKS

Ready to join thousands of talented team members who are making the dream of home ownership possible for more Americans? It’s all happening on UWM’s campus, where our award-winning workplace packs plenty of perks and amenities that keep the atmosphere buzzing with energy and excitement.

 

It’s no wonder that out of our six pillars, People Are Our Greatest Asset is number one. It’s at the very heart of how we treat each other, our clients and our community. Whether it’s providing elite client service or continuously striving to improve, our pillars provide a pathway to a more successful personal and professional life.

 

From the team member that holds a door open to the one that helps guide your career, you’ll feel the encouragement and support on day one. No matter your race, creed, gender, age, sexual orientation and ethnicity, you’ll be welcomed here. Accepted here. And empowered to Be You Here.

 

More reasons you’ll love working here include:

• Paid Time Off (PTO) after just 30 days
• Additional parental and maternity leave benefits after 12 months
• Adoption reimbursement program
• Paid volunteer hours
• Paid training and career development
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• 401k with employer match
• Mortgage discount and area business discounts
• Free membership to our large, state-of-the-art fitness center, including exercise classes such as yoga and Zumba, various sports leagues and a full-size basketball court
• Wellness area, including an in-house primary-care physician’s office, full-time massage therapist and hair salon
• Gourmet cafeteria featuring homemade breakfast and lunch
• Convenience store featuring healthy grab-and-go snacks
• In-house Starbucks and Great Lakes Coffee Roasting Company
• Indoor/outdoor café with Wi-Fi

DISCLAIMER

All the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation and change. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. Team members may be required to perform other or different job-related duties as requested by their team lead, subject to reasonable accommodation. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise. Employment with UWM is "at-will." UWM is an Equal Opportunity Employer.