Project Engineer

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking a Project Engineer to join our team supporting Fluor on their Savannah River Plutonium Processing Facility (SRPPF) project! This position is full-time and will be based out of Aiken, SC.

Responsibilities

• Purpose of this position is to plan and perform work requiring sound technical judgment in the evaluation organization and execution of project management assignments worldwide.

• Perform the essential job duties and functions as listed below with the overall objective of managing and/or coordinating project activities that are in compliance with the contract and ensure the safety quality value timeliness and Fluor profitability of the completed project.

• Perform basic project engineering functions involving monitoring of progress preparation of procedures documentation of communications and meetings and identification/evaluation of project issues and problems

• Coordinate efforts of technical disciplines vendors and licensors to ensure integrated and complete designs that meet project requirements and contractual obligations

• Review project staffing requirements and coordinate staffing with supporting functional organization managers and/or subcontractors

• Support creation and coordination of overall project plans and schedules and monitoring activities progress and milestones against the plans

• Support creation and coordination of project effort hours and cost estimates and budgets and monitor progress and cost performance against these

• Support the preparation delivery and coordination of project deliverables design documents and bid packages

Requirements

• Education & Years of Experience – Bachelor’s Degree in engineering, procurement, fabrication, and construction/construction management (EPFC/CM) industry including the performance of functional tasks on projects with a well-developed understanding of procedures and interfaces and 6 years of relevant experience.

• Citizenship – To be considered, you must be a United States (U.S.) citizen due to the federal nature of the work

• Clearance – To be considered, you must be able to obtain and maintain a government issued clearance, if needed

• Experience participating in risk assessments initiatives

• Experience in international locations and diverse cultural environments is recommended

• Previous successful performance in a project engineering position on a minimum of two (2) medium or large sized projects

• Ability to develop and sustain productive customer relationships while meeting the company’ s needs

• Flexible and adaptable approach, willingness to take on new work challenges adaptable to changing circumstances

• Demonstrated strategic thinking, accountability, and adaptability skills

• Ability to set and maintain high standards of performance with responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments and tasks

• Customer focused with ability to develop and sustain productive customer relationships while meeting the company’s needs

• Proactive reporting of progress and accomplishments of assignments and apply necessary follow-up to monitor progress and results of project tasks and assignments

• Analytical approach to problem solving and identifying potential solutions

• Technical and business writing skills

• Basic computer and software skills to include the use of word processing, email, spreadsheets, electronic presentations, and project management tools

Desired Skills

• Certification in project management suggested, for example Project Management Professional (PMP)

• Detailed knowledge of Fluor’s software tools and databases preferred

About the Site

Fluor Corporation (Fluor) partners with government clients like the Department of Energy and Department of Defense to design, build, and maintain many of the world's most complex and challenging capital projects, including providing technical, nuclear, and project services along the way. They possess niche knowledge and skills in the government, infrastructure, oil, power, and industrial sectors (http://fluor.com).

ABOUT GEM

GEM Technologies, Inc. (GEM) is an award-winning federal contractor with more than 30 years of experience providing environmental, construction, facility management, and technical services to federal agencies, state and local governments, and commercial organizations. Founded in 1994 as a nuclear engineering firm to support federal operations in East Tennessee, GEM has since expanded into a nationwide, multi-disciplinary provider with over 270 employees and a diverse portfolio of contracts in the environmental, nuclear, and defense sectors. Some reasons to join GEM are:

• Our philosophy – We believe in the power of effective collaboration and recognize that good partnerships are the building blocks to success.

• Our relationships – Partnering with federal clients, we solve complex problems, exceed expectations, and advance critical missions.

• Our team – We are committed to managing a cohesive workforce and cultivating a supportive workplace for our employees on contracts and in-office.

• Our community involvement – Supporting our communities, we invest time and money in local schools and non-profit organizations.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

GEM’s offered compensation is dependent on candidates’ education, qualifications, and relevant years of experience. To recruit and retain our exceptional staff, we offer the opportunity to elect benefit packages that best suit our employee’s needs; this includes, but is not limited to, a competitive Salary, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (including HSA & PPO options), Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, Life Insurance, and a matching 401(k) Retirement Plan.

Please Note: With the exception of mandated state requirements, GEM does not publish salary information on external job boards; as such, most ranges listed are estimates made by vendors and not actual salary ranges.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

GEM Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law.