Project Engineer III – Sustainability

Project Engineer III – Sustainability – Los Angeles, CA Project Engineer III – Sustainability – Los Angeles, CA Full-Time | On-Site | Los Angeles, CA Why CMTS? Every day at CMTS, our team delivers infrastructure projects that positively impact lives and communities. With over 42 years of industry experience, CMTS has built a strong foundation for continued success, providing project and construction management services to public and private clients nationwide. We value our employees by fostering a culture of learning, professional development, and collaboration. CMTS is committed to maintaining a work environment that emphasizes safety, integrity, and accountability while supporting work-life balance and employee well-being. Our teams are empowered to grow, contribute, and make a meaningful impact through the projects we deliver. About Your Role CMTS is seeking a highly motivated Project Engineer III – Sustainability to support the BuildLACCD Program Management Office in Los Angeles, CA. This role provides technical and engineering support for capital construction, modernization, and sustainability projects tied to the Los Angeles Community College District’s bond-funded program. The Project Engineer III will coordinate with project managers, construction managers, contractors, architects, engineers, inspectors, consultants, and college staff to support project delivery from planning and design through construction, commissioning, and closeout. This position will also support sustainability-focused projects including energy systems, LED lighting, building management systems, central plant decarbonization, renewable energy, microgrid, PV, BESS, and EV charging station projects. Education Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or a related fieldFour additional years of qualifying experience beyond the minimum requirement may be substituted for the required education What You’ll Need to Get the Job Done Minimum seven (7) years of professional experience in a similar construction, engineering, or project engineering roleExperience supporting capital construction, modernization, or infrastructure projectsAbility to read and interpret construction plans, specifications, and shop drawingsExperience reviewing RFIs, submittals, change orders, field orders, and project documentationExperience coordinating with contractors, architects, engineers, inspectors, consultants, and project stakeholdersAbility to work in a team environment and take initiativeAbility to effectively manage daily work efforts in a fast-paced environmentStrong verbal and written communication skillsExperience maintaining project files in both electronic and paper formatsKnowledge of construction contracts, project documentation, and risk management processes What Will Make You Stand Out Experience on educational facility programs or projectsExperience with Division of the State Architect projectsExperience in all phases of the project lifecycle, including master planning, design, construction, commissioning, and closeoutProfessional Engineer LicenseCertified Construction Manager certificationSimilar professional construction or engineering credentialsExperience with sustainability projects, energy efficiency, renewable energy, or decarbonization projectsExperience with Energy Information System platforms, LED lighting, Building Management Systems, central plant/chiller systems, PV, BESS, microgrids, or EV charging stations What You’ll Do Provide technical and engineering support to the BuildLACCD Program Management Office, Project Managers, and Construction ManagersCoordinate with PMO staff, College Project Teams, contractors, architects, engineers, inspectors, consultants, and college staffParticipate in and occasionally lead design or construction meetingsPerform field checks on construction, demolition, rehabilitation, alteration, addition, or repair projectsVerify compliance with job specifications, plans, College standards, and DSA requirementsRead and interpret construction plans and shop drawingsPrepare written materials including correspondence, reports, procedures, and guidelinesSupport weekly and monthly project status reports and photo reportsReview, estimate, negotiate, and process construction change orders and construction field ordersReview and enforce construction and professional services contractsManage and direct contractors and outside consultants, including reviewing and approving invoicesAssess project risks and develop risk registers with mitigation strategiesFacilitate resolution of construction and design issuesCoordinate with architects for timely and accurate responses to RFIs, submittals, and Construction Change DocumentsGenerate and distribute meeting minutes for construction and design meetingsConfirm contractor maintenance of record drawings prior to monthly progress paymentsMaintain project files in both electronic and paper formatsReview submittals for conformance to plans and specificationsGenerate and draft Proposed Board ActionsPrepare scopes of work and project status reports for consultant and contractor solicitationsPerform other job-related duties or projects as assigned What You Can Expect from CMTS Opportunities to work on high-impact infrastructure projects across the United States and the U.S. Virgin IslandsCollaborative and growth-focused team environmentCompetitive compensationCMTS LLC offers 100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, 401k, life, and long-term disability insurance coverage for the employeeCareer advancement and professional development opportunities Salary Requirements 140,000- 151,000 Apply Now! https://cmtsllc.com/careers/ Equal Employment Opportunity CMTS, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. 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