Project Engineer

Core Duties & Responsibilities:

• Safety is our number one Core Value. Follow safe work practices in accordance to company and client worksite policies.
• Promote company Core Values to foster and safeguard family-centric culture.
• Develops and enhances data center technical training, SOPs and work instructions to ensure compliance with customer quality plan and industry standards.
• Provides field and project engineering, quality control, contract administration, shop drawing review, submittals, scheduling, RFIs and related project support functions per contract.
• Manages change orders, including administration, pricing, submission, and tracking.
• Assists in establishing the construction plan and engineering methods per the project’s scope of work and project specifications.
• Provides certifiable training on various test equipment systems, processes and procedures.
• Establish methods by which all field testing is administered and develop various means utilizing best practices to monitor the quality of testing activities.
• Manages and coordinates closeout operations to include the review and validation of test reports, redlines and as-built drawings, warranties and other required project documentation per contracts.
• Coordinates and reviews drawings, submissions, specifications, changes and document control.
• Manages contracts including administration, defining the scope of work, answering inquiries, monitoring progress, tracking and manages the project closeout functions.
• Coordinates with the project and field management teams and field personnel to design temporary works, audits and inspections for cabling installations.
• Oversees Inventory control, monitoring and tracking of test equipment and resources.
• Oversees Inventory control, monitoring and tracking of label printing equipment and resources as well as label printing operations.
• Collaborate with the project team to create and define methods to improve project efficiencies in order to maintain and increase project profitability.
• Create the framework used to develop project metrics and manage the collection of data.
• Provides technical and regulatory compliance expertise and support throughout the organization.
• Drive continuous improvement activities and support Lean initiatives across the site to align with deployed corporate strategic goals.
• Travel: This position is generally expected to require minimal overnight travel (5%). The individual in this role should be able and willing to travel as required by E2.

Education:

• High School Diploma required
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Sciences, Management or Engineering is preferred
• PMP certification preferred
• RCDD or DCDC certification is highly preferred
• BICSI Technician Certified preferred
• OSHA 10 required. OSHA 30 is preferred
• First Aid and CPR certified preferred

Experience:

• The ideal candidate should have 7-10+ years of construction / telecommunications / data center industry experience with a strong background in multiple facets of technology, having focused on engineering, pre-construction activities and estimating.
• Demonstrated experience with program management, leadership, scheduling, cost control and risk and opportunity management.
• In-depth understanding of hyperscale engineering requirements, such as data center design, construction and operations, infrastructure installations with safety and quality protocols.
• Proven project management experience on time, on budget, with safety and quality being the main focus.
• Demonstrated commitment to supporting an environment of world-class client focus, transparency, and collaboration.
• Experience with security, audio visual, video teleconferencing, wireless communications preferred.
• Experience with project estimating and engineering is highly preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• This position requires the ability to assess information and interpersonal interactions to negotiate business decisions that meet or exceed client expectations while supporting profitability and on- time project delivery for E2 Optics.
• Ability to execute decision-making and creative problem-solving skills regarding processes, procedures, planning, and scheduling.
• Strong leadership, human resources management and conflict resolutions skills.
• Ability to meet production goals.
• Ability to influence and negotiate.
• Proficient in using a computer, Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, Visio, Projects, etc.), Bluebeam, and has the ability to learn other complex software platforms as needed to drive strategic business objectives.
• Ability to use and operate Autodesk applications i.e., AutoCAD and Revit are a plus.
• Familiarity and knowledge in Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) processes is preferred.
• Ability to understand and effectively quote every aspect of structured cabling systems including pathways, spaces, horizontal cabling, backbone copper, backbone fiber optic, cross and inter-connections, and testing.
• Proficient with reading, understanding, and interpreting complex design documents, drawings, and specifications.
• Knowledge of data center infrastructure industry including technology, quality and safety standards.
• Ability to supervise and train employees, including organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments.
• Knowledge of the PMBOK Guides and Standards.
• Familiarity with industry’s rules and regulations.
• Excellent organizational, delegation, and communication skills.
• Results-driven and customer-focused.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Impeccable problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to interact effectively and professionally with all levels of employees, both management and staff alike, vendors, clients, and others.
• Strong ability to work in teams and foster confidence in all.