Senior Project Engineer

About the Role

Our Education team partners with K-12 school districts, community colleges, and universities to design and manage transformative programs that align with their goals. We partner with institutions on projects including: Modernization and expansion of facilities, infrastructure improvements for safety and sustainability, and development of specialized spaces such as laboratories, research centers, and classrooms.

Responsibilities

• Support the Project Manager ensuring that the project stays on time and within budget
• Responsible for administrative and technical oversight on project site
• Responsible for the preparation, editing and/or distribution of project specific project status reports to the owner
• Responsible for oversight for adherence to cost and schedule
• Responsible for identification of work for consistency with plans & specifications and contract documents
• Responsible for the preparation and editing of various project documents and reports
• Develop and distribute timely meeting agendas and minutes
• Assist with the resolution of project matters/issues
• Assist with the management of documentation, document control and filing, meeting agendas and minutes, RFIs, submittals, change orders, reporting, and progress payments
• Works under the supervision of the Project/Construction Manager

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Minimum of five (5) years of professional experience in a similar role or position in construction
• BS/BA Degree in construction, engineering, or architecture. Four years of additional qualifying experience in excess to the minimum years stated above may be substituted for the required education
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Software (Word, Excel, Outlook, Powerpoint) and SharePoint
• Experience using BlueBeam and Adobe software for document reviews/mark-ups
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to take initiative and make sound decisions
• Effectively manage daily work effort
• Good communication skills verbal and writing

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience with Change Orders and Supporting Documentation
• Previous experience with educational projects
• Experience working on a large client program
• Experience working on multiple projects simultaneously
• Experience with Prolog, Trimble Unity Construct (formerly e-Builder), Proliance or other PMIS systems
• Experience with Adobe Acrobat sign (formerly Adobe E-Sign)

About Harris

Harris & Associates is a 100% employee-owned company focused on solving today's complex challenges in the planning, designing, and constructing of public infrastructure. We serve clients in the municipal, water, transportation, and education markets to build equitable, resilient, and sustainable communities by providing a long-term financial framework as they plan their future. Our offices and project sites span the West Coast in California, Nevada, and Washington with a staff of over 280 employee-owners.

Harris fosters a collaborative work environment, understanding that diverse perspectives enhance our ability to better serve our clients and their communities. We are deeply passionate about our work, our clients, our team's personal and professional growth. We offer a mentorship program, on-the-job training, Harris University, and an annual staff summit all aimed at developing well-rounded consultants proficient in the full spectrum of services we provide. Additionally, we prioritize a healthy work-life balance and organized social and team building events.

Compensation & Benefits

• Annual salary range: $100-115K. Actual pay offered will be dependent on the experience and expertise of the incoming candidate
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• ESOP
• 401K Match
• PTO, 8 Paid Holidays + "1 WorkAversary" paid holiday to celebrate you!
• Health & Well-Being Allowance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Flexible hybrid/remote work plans
• Paid Leave Programs such as maternity, parental, and family medical leave