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About SQN
sine qua non: (noun) something considered absolutely essential.
SQN Associates is a woman- and minority-owned company providing Construction Management, Program & Project Management, and Project Controls services to public and private clients in markets that include Aviation, Buildings & Facilities, Rail, Transit, Transportation, and Utilities.
Our mission is to be “absolutely essential” to the success of our clients, partners, employees, and community. Central to this mission is our commitment to a culture of excellence rooted in fostering reliable support and mutual respect for those we work with.
Our definition of success involves more than just hard numbers. We strive to stay true to our core values with every decision that we make, at every level. Our culture of excellence inspires us to hold ourselves to the highest standards in everything that we do, whether it’s conducting ourselves with accountability and transparency in our work, continually cultivating the capabilities of our team, or seeking ways to empower those around us in pursuit of a more diverse, equitable, and sustainable future. When it comes down to it, SQN believes in putting people first.
Our greatest asset is the SQN Team – our dedicated and talented employees. By making it our business to take care of them both professionally and personally, we make it possible for them to take care of business. Thanks to the enthusiasm of the SQN Team, SQN Associates has been named as one of Crain’s Chicago Business Best Places to Work for multiple years running.
Overview
This position is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the assigned client(s) and project(s).
Position Type
Full-time salaried employee
Organizational Position
Co. Job Title: Construction Engineer II
Reports to: Project Manager or Quality Assurance Manager
The company job title may differ from the job title on a specific project
Duties/Responsibilities
The position may be responsible for office and field duties related to construction office administration, project coordination, construction inspection and field documentation. Specific responsibilities to support the Project Manager and/or Quality Manager include:
Participate in subcontractor pre-installation meetings to review quality expectations and installation sequencing.
Collaborate with superintendents, forepersons and subcontractors to ensure workmanship quality and consistent execution.
Perform regular field inspections of completed work to ensure it meets approved plans, specifications, and contractual requirements, this could include MEP, other building systems, fire and life safety.
Identify, document and track non-conforming work, verify corrective actions and track resolutions to closure.
Create, maintain or review any logs, reports, or other documentation to aid in project reporting and delivery.
Assist in the continuous improvement of field quality practices by identifying recurring issues and recommend process changes.
Support turnover activities by verifying documentation completeness and system readiness.
Assure that all field reporting is an accurate documentation of activities on the required forms.
Engage with and/or be responsive to the client, manage the clients’ expectations relative to the project and SQN’s overall standing while maintaining a high level of professionalism and striving for the highest level of client satisfaction. Verify the contractor’s actual activities against their planned work.
Other duties as required by the project, client, or SQN business needs.
Qualifications / Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
Minimum 7 years of experience in engineering, construction quality, construction management, or commissioning.
Proven experience inspecting completed work for compliance on commercial, industrial, or infrastructure projects.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrated process execution skills with strong attention to detail.
Effective problem solving with ability to efficiently switch between tasks productively.
OSHA 30 certification required or willingness to complete once hired.
Valid driver’s license required.
Knowledge of architectural, structural, civil, and critical building systems is a plus.
Engineer In Training (EIT) certification a plus.
Illinois Professional Engineer (PE) license a plus.
Physical Requirements
The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, absent undue hardship. While performing the functions of the job, the employee must be able to:
Clearly communicate and remember information and effectively convey that information to others
Operate a computer, other office productivity tools, and work-related instruments
Operate a vehicle (automobile)
Remain in a stationary position for long periods of time
Observe details at close range
Move items weighing up to 30 pounds
Move about an office, job site, and from location to location
Ascend/descend from stairs, ladders, scaffolding, ramps, elevated areas, etc.
Ability to work on elevated structures
Maintain body equilibrium to prevent falling on uneven or slippery surfaces
Move your body to get low to the ground if necessary
Working Conditions
Field office environment
Able to be exposed to outdoor weather conditions throughout the year including extreme heat and cold
Able to work around noise and potentially hazardous materials
Able to work around moving objects and equipment while on a job site
Able to work in a confined space
Compensation & Benefits
SQN offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to all eligible employees that consists of:
Competitive base pay (annual base pay $85,000 - $150,000)
Discretionary annual bonus
Medical, dental, and vision coverage plan options
Company-paid life insurance and short-term/long-term disability
401k plan with an employer safe harbor contribution
Paid time off
Paid company holidays
Paid parental leave
Professional development assistance, licensure, and professional membership reimbursement
Company-sponsored social events
Pre-tax commuter benefit
Health savings accounts with employer contribution
Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts
Monthly cell phone reimbursement
Annual wellness reimbursement
Voluntary life and accident insurance
Voluntary critical illness and hospital indemnity insurance
Pet insurance
EEO Statement
SQN Associates, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with applicable law, we prohibit discrimination against any applicant, employee, or other covered person based on any legally recognized basis, including, but not limited to: veteran status, uniformed servicemember status, race, color, caste, immigration status, religion, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, gender, gender expression, gender identity, marital status, ****** orientation, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), protected leave status, domestic violence victim status, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations; if you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us via our website at https://www.sqna.com.
About SQN
sine qua non: (noun) something considered absolutely essential.
SQN Associates is a woman- and minority-owned company providing Construction Management, Program & Project Management, and Project Controls services to public and private clients in markets that include Aviation, Buildings & Facilities, Rail, Transit, Transportation, and Utilities.
Our mission is to be “absolutely essential” to the success of our clients, partners, employees, and community. Central to this mission is our commitment to a culture of excellence rooted in fostering reliable support and mutual respect for those we work with.
Our definition of success involves more than just hard numbers. We strive to stay true to our core values with every decision that we make, at every level. Our culture of excellence inspires us to hold ourselves to the highest standards in everything that we do, whether it’s conducting ourselves with accountability and transparency in our work, continually cultivating the capabilities of our team, or seeking ways to empower those around us in pursuit of a more diverse, equitable, and sustainable future. When it comes down to it, SQN believes in putting people first.
Our greatest asset is the SQN Team – our dedicated and talented employees. By making it our business to take care of them both professionally and personally, we make it possible for them to take care of business. Thanks to the enthusiasm of the SQN Team, SQN Associates has been named as one of Crain’s Chicago Business Best Places to Work for multiple years running.
Overview
This position is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the assigned client(s) and project(s).
Position Type
Full-time salaried employee
Organizational Position
Co. Job Title: Construction Engineer II
Reports to: Project Manager or Quality Assurance Manager
The company job title may differ from the job title on a specific project
Duties/Responsibilities
The position may be responsible for office and field duties related to construction office administration, project coordination, construction inspection and field documentation. Specific responsibilities to support the Project Manager and/or Quality Manager include:
Participate in subcontractor pre-installation meetings to review quality expectations and installation sequencing.
Collaborate with superintendents, forepersons and subcontractors to ensure workmanship quality and consistent execution.
Perform regular field inspections of completed work to ensure it meets approved plans, specifications, and contractual requirements, this could include MEP, other building systems, fire and life safety.
Identify, document and track non-conforming work, verify corrective actions and track resolutions to closure.
Create, maintain or review any logs, reports, or other documentation to aid in project reporting and delivery.
Assist in the continuous improvement of field quality practices by identifying recurring issues and recommend process changes.
Support turnover activities by verifying documentation completeness and system readiness.
Assure that all field reporting is an accurate documentation of activities on the required forms.
Engage with and/or be responsive to the client, manage the clients’ expectations relative to the project and SQN’s overall standing while maintaining a high level of professionalism and striving for the highest level of client satisfaction. Verify the contractor’s actual activities against their planned work.
Other duties as required by the project, client, or SQN business needs.
Qualifications / Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
Minimum 7 years of experience in engineering, construction quality, construction management, or commissioning.
Proven experience inspecting completed work for compliance on commercial, industrial, or infrastructure projects.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrated process execution skills with strong attention to detail.
Effective problem solving with ability to efficiently switch between tasks productively.
OSHA 30 certification required or willingness to complete once hired.
Valid driver’s license required.
Knowledge of architectural, structural, civil, and critical building systems is a plus.
Engineer In Training (EIT) certification a plus.
Illinois Professional Engineer (PE) license a plus.
Physical Requirements
The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, absent undue hardship. While performing the functions of the job, the employee must be able to:
Clearly communicate and remember information and effectively convey that information to others
Operate a computer, other office productivity tools, and work-related instruments
Operate a vehicle (automobile)
Remain in a stationary position for long periods of time
Observe details at close range
Move items weighing up to 30 pounds
Move about an office, job site, and from location to location
Ascend/descend from stairs, ladders, scaffolding, ramps, elevated areas, etc.
Ability to work on elevated structures
Maintain body equilibrium to prevent falling on uneven or slippery surfaces
Move your body to get low to the ground if necessary
Working Conditions
Field office environment
Able to be exposed to outdoor weather conditions throughout the year including extreme heat and cold
Able to work around noise and potentially hazardous materials
Able to work around moving objects and equipment while on a job site
Able to work in a confined space
Compensation & Benefits
SQN offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to all eligible employees that consists of:
Competitive base pay (annual base pay $85,000 - $150,000)
Discretionary annual bonus
Medical, dental, and vision coverage plan options
Company-paid life insurance and short-term/long-term disability
401k plan with an employer safe harbor contribution
Paid time off
Paid company holidays
Paid parental leave
Professional development assistance, licensure, and professional membership reimbursement
Company-sponsored social events
Pre-tax commuter benefit
Health savings accounts with employer contribution
Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts
Monthly cell phone reimbursement
Annual wellness reimbursement
Voluntary life and accident insurance
Voluntary critical illness and hospital indemnity insurance
Pet insurance
EEO Statement
SQN Associates, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with applicable law, we prohibit discrimination against any applicant, employee, or other covered person based on any legally recognized basis, including, but not limited to: veteran status, uniformed servicemember status, race, color, caste, immigration status, religion, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, gender, gender expression, gender identity, marital status, ****** orientation, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), protected leave status, domestic violence victim status, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations; if you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us via our website at https://www.sqna.com.
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