Job Title: Sr. Project Engineer

Who You Are: You're a dynamic problem-solver with a passion for construction. Detail-oriented and driven, you thrive in collaborative environments and excel at managing multiple responsibilities. You're ready to take on challenges head-on and contribute to meaningful projects that make a difference.

The Opportunity: You'll play a vital role in managing construction processes and driving project success. This role offers dynamic work, opportunities for growth, and a chance to make a significant impact in the Water, Wastewater, Industrial, and Energy sectors.

Who We Are: Our people are our strength. As an employee-owned national construction company, we prioritize collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. We're committed to fostering a culture of growth and empowerment, where every team member is valued and supported.

What You'll Do: As a Sr. Project Engineer, you'll play the role of a chief engineer on the project. You'll work closely with the Project Manager and Superintendent to manage all construction processes to reach the goals set for the project. Duties will typically include, but are not limited to, scheduling, purchasing, submittal review, preplanning, safety, production management, assistant project management, and project closeout.

Why You'll Love Working At Bowen:

• The Right Size: Large enough for great resources, small enough that you'll personally know our leadership and they'll know you.
• Hands-On Experience: Work directly with Craft, PMs, Superintendents, and Engineering Partners, seeing the work unfold daily. We self-perform, fostering teamwork rather than just managing subcontractors.
• Growth Opportunities: The sky's the limit if you're willing to work hard, be patient, and take initiative. We're committed to developing future leaders and invest in your growth.
• Safety First: "Zero Injury and Genuine Concern for Others." We don't do shortcuts. We've built a culture where teams are empowered to speak up and continuously improve safety.
• Build Unique Projects: Our strength lies in deep, heavy, complex work. The variety will challenge you and keep things exciting.
• Strong Support System: We provide the training and team you need. Besides on-the-job training, we offer annual and bi-annual sessions at corporate, ensuring you're surrounded by a strong support system.
• Hard Work, Big Rewards: The work is tough but incredibly rewarding. We believe in Celebrating Success and encourage you to use your PTO. Our company trips and close-knit teams foster lasting friendships. While construction means some travel, we do our best to keep you close to home and always have your back.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensures implementation of Bowen SQP process
• Understands and mentors/supports Field Engineer and Project Engineer duties
• Develops preplanning agenda and facilitates project preplanning activities
• Conducts estimating turnover meeting and activities, including validation of bid profit
• Determine General Conditions requirements per contract and project team needs
• Conducts Safety and Quality preplanning sessions with respective corporate departments
• Ensures project's high-risk activities are preplanned to meet Bowen and Owner requirements
• Develops the construction schedule using a CPM program, including engineering, procurement, and construction activities, utilizing Manpower/Equipment-loaded activities for tracking Performance Curves
• Prepares detailed project schedule of values and preliminary cash flow schedules
• Assists in purchasing of technical process-driven equipment and Design Assistance subcontractor procurement
• Determine appropriate heavy equipment and sizing for self-perform capabilities
• Develops and manages engineered lift plans and ensures compliance with Owner-driven critical lift requirements
• Recognizes change conditions with respect to the contract and provides legal notifications to appropriate parties including Owner/Engineers and Subcontractors/Vendors
• Assists in change order management including determining proposed change order costs, submission of change request, and processing of approved owner change orders
• Understanding of contract management as it pertains to Bowen subcontracts and purchase orders
• Manages accounts payables process including invoice approvals
• Monitors accounts receivables and cash flow position of project
• Ensures all completed work complies with applicable codes, drawings and specifications;
• Manages project Progress Meetings and maintain Action Item List

Must-haves in a Candidate:

• 4 year engineering degree or equivalent technical training and related experience
• 5+ years of construction management experience
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent computer skills
• In depth understanding of cost analysis

Nice to Haves in a Candidate:

• Experience working with self-perform construction operations
• Experience with advanced scheduling techniques
• Knowledge of value engineering principles
• Familiarity with construction safety standards and procedures

Benefits:

• Competitive Base Salary
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• PTO from Day 1
• 7 Paid Holidays (plus 6 additional half-days), 1 Community Day, 1 Floating Holiday
• Paid Parental Leave
• Annual Discretionary Bonuses
• Car Allowance
• Employer-paid Life Insurance with supplemental options
• 401k with Company Match
• HSA and FSA options
• Employee Referral Program
• Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Family Planning and Adoption Assistance
• Education Reimbursement

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