Project Engineer/Sr. Project Engineer - HRI Inc., - State College, PA

HRI, Inc., a Colas USA subsidiary, operates primarily in, Pennsylvania, Maryland, and West Virginia. Today, HRI, is a diversified construction company with expertise in highways, airports, water, sewer, treatment plants, bridges, and paving. HRI also has six asphalt plants. Our company benefits from being part of a much larger organization while still maintaining local control over our activities and preserving close ties to the communities we serve. To learn more about HRI visit www.hriinc.com/.  

The Colas USA Family of Companies provides competitive pay, outstanding benefits, career advancement opportunities, professional education, and extensive training for every employee. We pride ourselves on upholding the highest standards of safety, environmental conservation, and ethical conduct as we strive to grow our infrastructure products and services through empowering and developing our people, fostering innovation, utilizing new technology, and maximizing vertical integration at all levels of the company’s value chain. To learn more about the Colas USA Family of Companies, please visit www.colasusa.com. 

Job Summary

Job Summary:

HRI, Inc., a leader in heavy civil construction since 1947, has openings for experienced and energetic Project Engineers. HRI is seeking qualified applicants for a position within our company located in the Central Pennsylvania area. We have current openings within our Highway Region. The successful candidate will assist Project Managers, Superintendents, Foremen, and other personnel in managing, scheduling, and purchasing for various types of construction projects.

 

 

Main Responsibilities

• Understand, support, and adhere to all safety requirements
• Plan work and purchase materials
• Assist Project Manager with daily project duties including material billing preparations, expedite material procurement, approval, and delivery as necessary
• Prepare and track all necessary submittals
• Obtain required material certifications
• Order necessary materials and supplies, maintain project files, current drawings, and production records
• Coordinate with Project Managers and subcontractors while maintaining a positive attitude
• Assist Project Manager with other duties as needed

Skills

• General knowledge of computer software such as Auto CAD, MS Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Windows, JDE, etc.
• Experience with project planning, scheduling, and estimating
• Ability to prepare subcontractor scopes of work
• Familiarity with pricing, purchasing, and preparation of purchase orders for materials and equipment
• Ability to read and understand construction drawings
• Excellent communication skills
• Previous PennDOT experience
• Valid driver's license with clean driving history

Education

• Preferred degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related degree

Physical Requirements

• Wears and maintains personal protective equipment (PPE) as required by Company safety guidelines
• Regularly required to use hands to move and manipulate objects
• Regularly required to communicate (talk and hear) 
• Standing/working on feet for long periods, and walking across uneven terrain
• Frequent exposure to loud noise 
• Regularly exposed to all outdoor weather conditions, dust, and airborne particles
• Required to work varying hours, including nights/weekends as required
• Must comply with the company’s drug and alcohol testing requirements
• Proven trac