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This role bridges post-tension design preparation, shop drawing reviews, and field support, ensuring that complex unbonded and bonded post-tensioning projects-including elevated concrete frames, post-tensioned slabs, and structural reinforcing-are executed with structural integrity and operational efficiency. Combining technical rigor with active project management, the Project Engineer drives client satisfaction across all project lifecycle stages.Operating within Keller’s global standard of safety, quality, and performance, the Project Engineer plays a critical role in workload coordination, regional bidding, and on-site troubleshooting for active high-rise developments. 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equivalent high-rise structural construction experience considered.\n High-Rise Construction Experience: Minimum 2-5 years of direct hands-on involvement with high-rise building construction projects (elevated concrete frames, cast-in-place multi-family, commercial towers).\nConcrete Systems Expertise: Proven experience working with concrete frames, post-tensioned elevated decks, formwork shoring/reshoring systems, and conventional reinforcing steel layouts.\nSoftware Proficiency: Hands-on experience with AutoCAD, Bluebeam Revu, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and standard project management software tools.\n Post-Tensioning & Code Knowledge: Familiarity with Post-Tensioning Institute (PTI) specifications, ACI 318 structural concrete code requirements, and local building codes.\nTechnical Estimating Abilities: Demonstrated ability to read structural and architectural contract drawings to perform accurate material take-offs and cost estimates.\nCommunication Skills: Excellent verbal and written technical communication skills for client-facing consultations, jobsite conflict mitigation, and internal team reporting.\nMultitasking & Prioritization: Proven track record managing technical deliverables across multiple concurrent high-rise projects under tight pour schedules.\nField Problem Solving & Leadership: Strong analytical, decision-making, and leadership capabilities to manage jobsite contingencies and direct technical resolution under pressure.\n Safety & Quality Focus: Knowledge of construction safety practices (OSHA) and a commitment to maintaining Keller/Suncoast high quality control standards on job sites.\nPhysical Requirements\nAbility to perform work in a standard office environment, including prolonged periods of sitting and working at a computer\nFrequent use of hands and fingers for typing, data entry, and operating office equipment (e.g., keyboard, mouse, calculator)\nAbility to view and read information on a computer screen for extended periods\nAbility to communicate effectively in person, via phone, and through electronic means\nOccasional standing, walking, bending, or reaching within the office environment\nAbility to lift and carry office materials (e.g., files, documents, or equipment) up to 5-10 pounds on an occasional basis\nAbility to maintain focus and accuracy while performing detailed, repetitive tasks\nMay require extended periods of concentration and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment\nAdditional Information\nSalary Range: $24.00 - $26.00/ hr\nActual salary will be based on a variety of factors including relevant internal and external experience, knowledge, skills, scope of job, geographical location or other factors permitted by law\nBenefits:\n401(k) + matching \nHealth, Dental, Vision insurance\nLife insurance\nPaid time off (PTO)\nHoliday Pay\nSuncoast Post-Tension Ltd. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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