Construction Engineer

UNICO Engineering, Inc.; Concord (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Vacation and Sick Leave

Employee Assistance Program

Medical and Dependent Care FSA

Life insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Job summary

UNICO Engineering, Inc. is seeking a Construction Engineer 2 with 2–5 years of experience to support Resident Engineers in delivering transportation projects in Northern and Central California. The role requires an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) credential; a PE is preferred.

Knowledge of Caltrans processes and local agency standards is essential. Salary depends on experience, with competitive benefits including health, vision, dental, life, disability, 401(k), PTO and paid holidays.

Qualifications

• Certified Engineer-in-Training (EIT) is required, PE preferred.
• BS in Construction Management, Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Substantial construction engineering experience as specified.
• Familiarity with Caltrans processes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate and attend meetings with the Contractor, client agencies, and the public (as necessary).
• Establish and maintain project records.
• Review and respond to RFIs and letters.
• Review and process submittals.
• Document and authorize payments for the project.
• Review the Contractor’s work for compliance.
• Review extra work and perform independent cost analysis and time impact analysis.
• Participate in and/or conducting pre, mid, and post-construction reviews.
• Manage and forecast project budgets.
• Review and draft responses to NOPCs and claims.
• Maintain as-built drawings.
• Prepare final project closeout documents.

Skills

Two years of relevant construction

Eight years of construction experience

Caltrans process knowledge

Education

Engineer-in-Training (EIT)

BS in Construction Management, Civil, or Structural Engineering

Job description

Company Overview

UNICO Engineering provides high-quality Construction Management, Land Surveying, and Systems Integration services to public and private clients. With a spirit of cooperation and partnership, UNICO focuses on responsiveness, delivering value, and meeting and exceeding our clients’ expectations.

Description

UNICO is a fast-growing consulting firm with significant opportunities for upward mobility. UNICO supports professional development and continuing education. Fun, flexible work environment and competitive compensation and benefits.

UNICO is seeking a Construction Engineer 2 to 5 years experience, EIT required, PE preferred, to support our Resident Engineers in project delivery. Experience with locally, state and federally funded transportation projects for projects in Northern and Central California. Must understand the Caltrans Process, and Caltrans and local agency standards. Type of infrastructure projects include roadways, bridges / structures, curb, gutter, sidewalk, underground utilities, earthwork, etc. Strong verbal and written communication skills are required. Must have experience working in a team environment, This position will report to a Resident Engineer. Salary depends on experience, and EIT or PE license status.

Competitive Salary and generous benefits including health, vision, dental, life, disability, 401(k), PTO and paid holidays.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate and attend meetings with the Contractor, client agencies, and the public (as necessary)
• Establish and maintain project records
• Review and respond to RFIs and letters
• Review and process submittals
• Document and authorize payments for the project
• Review the Contractor’s work for compliance
• Review extra work and perform independent cost analysis and time impact analysis
• Participate in and/or conducting pre, mid, and post-construction reviews
• Manage and forecast project budgets
• Review and draft responses to NOPCs and claims
• Maintain as-built drawings
• Prepare final project closeout documents

Requirements

Qualifications

• Certified as an Engineer-in-Training, AND
• BS in Construction Management, Civil, or Structural Engineering plus two (2) years of relevant construction experience, OR
• Eight (8) years of relevant Construction Engineering experience

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Vacation and Sick Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability insurance

As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, UNICO Engineering considers applicants for all positions without regard to race (including natural hairstyles), color, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), national origin, age (40 and over), medical condition, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex (including sexual harassment, sex stereotypes, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, ancestry, genetic information/characteristics, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender, military or veteran status, reproductive health decision-making, or any other characteristic or activity protected by law.