Project Engineer

Job Summary

We are hiring a Project Engineer at one of our key onsite projects in the greater San Diego area or at our office. The Project Engineer supports the Project Manager in driving the project's flow from inception to completion.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Support Project Manager in driving project’s overall flow effectively from inception to completion.
• Review contract and bid documents from estimating; review and understand scope for project turnover.
• Attend walk-throughs.
• Absorb project document control, including but not limited to, insurance, bonding, permits, submittals, RFI’s, change orders, correspondence, etc.
• Ensure documents are centrally saved in the project’s chosen document control software.
• Verify correct drawings are distributed to field.
• Absorb schedule of values, or billing format as required by the contract documents.
• Support project schedule showing completion, delivery dates and sub requirements.
• Integrate into overall project and manpower schedule as required.
• Request PO’s for major equipment and subs indicating shipping requirements, and anticipate delivery dates.
• (Request proper delivery notice at that time).
• Facilitate material takeoffs by trade foreman.
• Attend all necessary meetings with both internal and external entities to review scheduling and delivery, work plans, job progress, manpower, and solutions to setbacks.
• Support accounting department in monthly billings and collections and follow up on outstanding balances.
• Collaborate with foreman regarding project safety. (Toolbox talks and weekly walk through).
• Gather information for changes in work and turnover to estimating for pricing.
• P.M. will finalize C.O. pricing after estimating completes takeoff and attempt to maximize profit on C.O.s.
• Ensure no work starts prior to approval or notice to proceed.
• Absorb closeout of project. Obtain as-builts from field; request CAD from engineering.
• Escalate critical and/or sensitive issues to the Project Manager with recommendation for resolution.
• Comply with all Company operating policies, procedures, and safety programs as established.
• Perform additional assignments as required by the needs of the company or as directed by executives.

Qualifications

• PREFERRED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: 3 - 5 years’ related experience desirable. High School diploma or GED required.
• Knowledge of the construction industry and documentation desirable.
• Working knowledge of federal, state, and city regulations and guidelines.
• Computer Skills: Must demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, (i.e. Outlook, Word and Excel) Familiarity with AutoCAD, and other electrical, technical, or construction programs. Familiarity with project management/document control software. Familiarity with construction/financial software packages.
• Required Attributes: Must demonstrate integrity, honesty, professionalism and commitment to company values. Must be self-motivated and able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Must have excellent organizational, communication, strategic, technical, analytical, problem solving, and multi-tasking skills. Must have high standards of quality with attention to detail. Must possess ability to manage and supervise personnel. Must build positive working relationships with multiple levels of employees, management, suppliers, and customers.