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POSITION SUMMARY: The Project Engineer Intern may assist the project team or department manager(s) in the following areas: coordination of site logistics, subcontractors/vendors and field inspections, quality control, schedule management, estimating, BIM/VDC or safety and/or document control from project preconstruction through closeout, and other duties as assigned. This position is on the jobsite, and about 20 hours per week. You will work with your project team to come up with a work schedule that will allow you to achieve 20 hours per week of work time during your school year.

Salary range for this position is $25.01 - $31.26 per hour.

PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

+ Interpretation of blueprint construction drawings and technical manuals.

+ Writing and publishing meeting minutes, schedule graphs and activity checklists.

+ Receiving and distributing requests for information and change documents issued by other offices.

+ Organization and filing of record documents.

+ Field surveying and layout of control lines and benchmarks.

+ Information storage and retrieval using computers.

+ Technical advisor at onsite field construction office.

+ Must be able to access all areas and levels of construction site for work progress review.

+ Clear communication skills in speech, handwriting and computer formatting required for responding to information requests.

+ Lifting and carrying of documents and survey equipment up to 40 pounds.

+ Manage technical information Care about people.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

+ Standing/Walking/Sitting: workday is combination of standing, walking and sitting

+ Must be able to climb stairs: 5% of day

+ Hands/Arms: constant use of hands/fingers for mouse/keyboard/computer use

+ Sight: visual acuity in near, mid and far range vision. Color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, hand/eye coordination

+ Hearing: sufficient to hear conversational levels in person and over the telephone

+ Speech: sufficient to make oneself heard in person, speak in front of groups, and be understood over the telephone

+ Bending/Twisting: minimal

+ Kneeling/Crouching/Crawling: minimal

+ Constant mental alertness, accuracy, and attention to detail required

+ Must be able to work independently, make decisions, and follow through on all assignments

+ Must use creativity, independent judgment, and organizational and problem-solving skills to determine best method to accomplish desired results

+ Must be able to plan and organize work

+ Must possess strong organizational and computer use skills and have a high level of competency to read/write/speak English, interpret construction related documentation and communicate with coworkers

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

+ Education background in materials and methods of construction

+ Pursuit of Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture or equivalent degree or equivalent work experience

+ Experience in organizing technical data in a neat and accurate method

+ Familiar with CSI specification system for construction.

+ Ability to work closely with trade and craft people in a field work situation

+ Patience, professionalism and ability to maintain a cooperative attitude through pressure situations

+ Skill in handling several work activities at once while frequently interrupted by phone calls and urgent questions on work in progress

+ Training in design document reading, design specifications, survey theory and techniques

+ Highly developed visual observation and interpretation skills

+ Proficient in Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, MS Teams) and Bluebeam

+ Experience with critical path method scheduling software such as Suretrack Project Manager and Primavera Project Planner (P6) experience. Experience with AutoCAD

Application review will consider without limitation the following criteria: qualifications, education, and experience specific to the job description/duties as well as prior experience with Hoffman Construction. Applicants must be able to pass the Hoffman Drug and Alcohol test.

Hoffman Construction is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

This job description is intended to outline the general nature and level of work being performed by employees. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of responsibilities, duties, or skills required of the employee of this job. Furthermore, this description is subject to change at the discretion of the company, with or without notice.

Please note, we are not able to offer sponsorship for this position.

JOIN THE HOFFMAN TEAM

Hoffman is building a diverse company, and we welcome all candidates to apply.

Headquartered in the Pacific Northwest, the Hoffman Construction name is synonymous with some of the most iconic projects in the region like the Portland International Airport, the Space Needle Century Project, MoPOP, Seattle Central Library, Colman Dock, Randall Children's Hospital, and the University of Oregon’s Hayward Field.

Our company has been in business for almost a century, but we’re not stuck in the past. We encourage innovation, and we welcome diversity.

Hoffman is employee-owned, which means employee owners have a stake in the company's long term success, and it means you have the freedom and independence to solve challenges without bureaucratic second-guessing.

You’ll earn highly competitive pay, get professional skills training and enjoy benefits like free primary healthcare for you and your family through our dedicated healthcare clinics, health insurance, paid time off, a generous retirement program and a culture of inclusion and acceptance.

The people who work here take pride in their work, support each other and drive our commitment to exceptional construction, from urban high-rise towers, educational buildings, museums and libraries to advanced technology, industrial manufacturing facilities, water treatment plants, healthcare facilities and more.

Hoffman is a place where you can feel like you belong. Many of our employees have been here for 20+ years. They often join us straight out of college or apprenticeships and grow their entire careers here.

We’re looking for people with a wide range of talents in positions from the jobsite to our corporate offices. Explore our website (https://www.hoffmancorp.com/careers/) , and, if you like what you see, apply today.

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