Office Engineer

About the role

Kleinfelder, a Forbes' Top Employer for Engineers in North America, seeks experienced Office Engineers for projects throughout Southern California. This role involves supporting road and highway improvement projects with a hybrid work schedule, working closely with the construction management team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare construction change orders and supporting documentation, including independent cost estimates and memoranda.
• Log, review, track, and respond to Request for Information (RFIs) and submittals.
• Draft and manage project correspondence, including letters to contractors and project stakeholders.
• Prepare and review monthly quantity sheets (Q-sheets) and assist with progress estimates.
• Attend and document project meetings, including preparing agendas and meeting minutes.
• Review and track contractor progress schedules.
• Maintain project records, including monthly estimates and weekly project status reports.
• Perform constructability reviews of transportation projects.

Requirements

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in office engineering on transportation or major public works projects.
• Four (4) years of experience is preferred.
• Experience preparing Caltrans contract change orders.
• Knowledge of Caltrans standard plans, specifications, procedures, and Construction Manual.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and recordkeeping abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.).
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and team-focused professional who thrives in a collaborative environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or California PE license (a plus).

Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in office engineering on transportation or major public works projects.
• Four (4) years of experience is preferred.
• Experience preparing Caltrans contract change orders.
• Knowledge of Caltrans standard plans, specifications, procedures, and Construction Manual.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and recordkeeping abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.).
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and team-focused professional who thrives in a collaborative environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or California PE license (a plus).

Skills

• Experience preparing Caltrans contract change orders.
• Knowledge of Caltrans standard plans, specifications, procedures, and Construction Manual.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and recordkeeping abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.).

Benefits

Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience. Salary Range: $110,000 - $180,000. Benefits include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Paid holidays

Schedule

The role offers a hybrid work schedule.

Pay

The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the California Pay Transparency Law. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience.

Career Development

We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program.

Equal Opportunity

Kleinfelder, and its’ subsidiaries and affiliates, is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans.