Per Se Group is looking for a mechanical construction engineer for an upcoming contract position with a large renewables company. Our client is based in Texas.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the work performed by contractors in the construction of renewable energy facilities.
- Acting as Subject Matter Expert in Mechanical Construction activities and oversight.
- Responsible for monitoring of construction quality to ensure that all work is installed in accordance with the plans, specifications, QA/QC requirements, code requirements, contract requirements and good construction practices.
- Assist in the management of engineering contractors assigned to work on the design of renewable energy facilities, including definition of requirements and specifications, review of engineering drawings and RFI management.
- Follow Company’s processes and procedures to safely and effectively construct our renewable generating facilities for “Best in Class Performance”.
- Participate in daily, weekly, and monthly project meetings. Maintain all job specific meeting minutes and necessary logs.
- Create, process, complete and maintain accurate documentation and records associated with the construction site including request for information, submittals, change orders, drawings and job books.
- Assist in the monitoring of facilities tie-ins, start-up, and testing to ensure proper turnover to operations. Participate in final project demobilization, documentation and close-out activities.
- Oversee the Safety and Environmental compliance of our personnel and subcontractors on site during construction in accordance with federal, state and local laws, and policies, practices and procedures. Ensure all personnel and subcontractors meet technical and safety training requirements.
- Participate in and contribute to BUILD SAFE implementation on construction projects.
- Be proficient at Root Cause Analysis to accurately determine failure mode and reason.
- Identify cost reduction opportunities.
- Provide all the information needed to create the daily reporting requirements for our internal and external customers, as well as KPI reporting.
- Assist in the training and support of new Construction Engineers.
- Other responsibilities as assigned.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent.
- EIT Certification a plus.
- Experience in construction of energy facilities or renewable energy industry is a plus.
- Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
- Experience with project management tools and systems (MS Project, Primavera), is a plus.
- Experience designing with Auto Cad.
- Ability to relocate to the project sites during construction for a period of several months.
- Flexibility to move work days and hours as necessary to accommodate construction schedule including extended hours and weekend work (Saturdays and Sundays).
- Demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Demonstrate continuous commitment to safe operations. Be an active role model and constant resource to the organization.
- Ability to think and analyze situations in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work in both indoor and outdoor environments throughout the year is required.
- Ability to climb vertical ladders and work at heights of 300 feet is required.
- Ability to travel to domestic and international locations for extended periods of time is required.
- Have a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.