PTS is looking for a Construction Project Engineer to join our clients team who's HQ is in Raleigh, North Carolina. The job site for this role is in Southampton, Virginia. This is a contract/ project role planned to last 6 months + in support of our client who is a leading global energy company specializing in sustainable wood bioenergy. They are the world's largest producer of sustainable wood pellets, which provide a low-carbon alternative to fossil fuels. The Project Engineer will be assigned to multiple small capital projects, and will drive preliminary and detailed engineering, support scope of work development & procurement, and support construction onsite. Project Engineer will take direction from lead project engineer, project manager, and design engineering manager. Project Engineer will interface with management, operations, engineering, project team, key vendors, and EPCM firm. If you are interested in continuing your Engineering career in the renewable space, review the details below and apply now!
 

Job Title: Project Engineer 

Duration: 6 months Contract/Contract to hire based on candidate performance. 

Location: Raleigh North Carolina / or Southampton, Virginia 

Pay Range: $50.00-57.00  per hour (Depending on Experience)  

Responsibilities
 * Aligning with our culture in operating safely and in a safe workplace, ensure that all work, in and out of projects, and both external and internal project resources are adhering to a safe work practice and supporting a safe workplace.  
 * Manage project design efforts, assisting the project manager, coordinating closely with the Engineer of Record for the project and managing input from internal stakeholders (Operations, Engineering).
 * Review engineering drawings and deliverables to ensure they meet specifications and quality requirements.
 * Work closely with project controls, procurement, cost estimating, admin, and document control to support project delivery efforts.
 * Proactively manage project action register, lessons learned implementation, and design change management.
 * Support creation and coordination of overall project plans and schedules, and monitoring activities, progress, and milestones against plans.
 * Author and support creation of vendor scope of work documents and participate in RFP/bid process.
 * Review and support creation of key vendor contracts and support procurement process.
 * Communicate and coordinate with internal Client stakeholders and subcontractors to ensure a consistent understanding and execution of identified schedule objectives and work activities.  
 * Travel to project sites to assist in coordination and oversight of construction activities; supporting onsite EPCM firm presence.
 
 Required Qualifications
 * Bachelors of Science in an Engineering Discipline - Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Industrial, Chemical
 * 5+ years of manufacturing and/or project experience.  

* 5+ years in Construction field / project experience.
 * 2+ years project engineering experience.  
 * Strong working knowledge and experience interfacing multiple design disciplines to meet project deliverables (mechanical, civil, structural, electrical, instrumentation & controls).
 * Must possess strong organizational skills & sense of responsibility.
 * Must be a driver of action.  
 * Must be data-driven and possess a high level of attention to detail.  
 * Effective oral, presentation, and written communication skills.
 * Highly proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project with the ability to learn other applications related to the job.  
 * Demonstrated strategic thinking, accountability, and adaptability skills.

 

Preferred Qualifications: 

What Will Set You Apart
 * PE License (not required but a bonus)
 * Experience with AutoCAD, Navisworks 3D model viewer
 * PMP Training or Certification
 * This position requires physical requirements such as ability to walk on uneven surfaces, climb stairs/ladders to inspect installations, etc.
 
 Travel Requirements
 Remote position flexibility available with increased travel as needed
 During Design Phases - Remote work & 25% overnight travel
 Onsite Construction Support - ramping up travel to a peak period of 50% for 3-4 months

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