Construction Project Engineer - Fire Protection

Location WA - Spokane

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Build the future, spark innovation and align your career with purpose.

McKinstry is innovating the waste and climate harm out of the built environment and creating lasting impact. Together, we’re building a thriving planet

Buildings are a leading contributor to the climate crisis, generating nearly 40% of total global energy-related carbon emissions. We’re making a lasting impact on our industry and within our communities by addressing the climate, affordability and equity crises through:

• renewables and energy services

• engineering and design

• construction and facility services

To get where we’re going, we need big thinkers, problem solvers and collaborative mindsets. Does that sound like you?

The Opportunity with McKinstry

We are currently in search of a Project Engineer for our Fire Sprinkler team in Spokane. Our Fire Protection tema focuses on the design and installation of specialized fire sprinkler and suppression systems that mitigate the risk of potential fires in the built environment. Preventing significant building damage or loss of life from fire in commercial, residential, healthcare, or institutional facility requires more than a few sprinkler heads. We’ve been delivering fire protection and sprinkler solutions for more than 30 years. Our comprehensive expertise and experience ensure all fire sprinkler systems work in harmony.

This person will develop and manage project plans, schedules, and scopes of work on multi-million dollar projects. You will be joining an established and diverse team where you will be able to make an immediate impact. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and are passionate about solving problems and achieving goals, this may be the right position for you!

You’re great at:

Project Management

• Identifies required resources to achieve project goals.

• Generates preliminary assessments, technical solutions, fee proposals, presentations, studies, and general support.

• Transitions project management and engineer activities from design to construction phase and construction to completion phase.

• Communicates with the General Contractor, Architect, Engineer, Owner, and other stakeholders.

Project Controls

• Assumes financial responsibility for the project including accurate, timely, and relevant reporting to stakeholders.

• Facilitates invoice payments from clients and to subcontractors.

• Prepares client and subcontractor change orders.

• Monitors, controls, and reports on the financial performance of projects.

• Prepares or supervises the preparation of Submittals, Operation & Maintenance Manuals, Expediting Reports, Change Order Log, RFI log, Correspondence Log, etc.

Team Management

• Coaches and mentors project team members.

• Develops project staffing plans to include labor, subcontractors, etc.

• Acts as steward of McKinstry culture; communicates and influences policies and procedures.

• Establishes and leads associated meetings. Other duties as assigned.

What You Need to Succeed at McKinstry

• BA/BS degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering or comparable degree preferred, or equivalent work experience.

• Knowledge of construction concepts preferred.

• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specs, contracts, proposals, estimates preferred.

• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Suite required, working knowledge of Salesforce, ViewPoint and Accubid preferred.

PeopleFirst Benefits

When it comes to the basics, we have you covered:

• Competitive pay

• 401(k) with employer match and profit-sharing plan

• Paid time off and holidays

• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision with low or zero deductible options and low out of pocket maximums

People come first at McKinstry, and we go beyond the basic benefits with:

• Family formation benefits, including adoption and IVF assistance.

• Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave.

• Transgender inclusive benefits

• Commuter benefits

• Pet insurance

• “Building Good” paid community service time.

• Learning and advancement opportunities via McKinstry University.

• McKinstry Moves onsite gyms or reimbursement for remote workers.

See benefit plan documents for complete details.

If you’re driven by our vision to build a thriving planet together, McKinstry is the place to build your career.

The pay range for this position is $24.36 - $39.46 per hour; however, base pay offered my vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This is a non-exempt role and will be paid hourly. A bonus may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Base pay information is based on market location.

The McKinstry group of companies are equal opportunity employers. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, race, color, creed, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to employment, advancement, assignment, and training. This commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity is made equally as a social responsibility and as an economic and business necessity.

McKinstry is a drug-free workplace. Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, complying with the requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act and a Confidentiality Agreement, in addition to successful outcomes of background and reference checks.

Applicants for this role will only be considered if they possess current US Work Authorization, and do not require employer-sponsored VISA support to begin or remain in this role.