Construction Project Engineer

Socket.dev; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking a Construction Project Engineer / Project Engineer I to join our fast-paced team in the Oakland area. The role focuses on translating construction documents into buildable plans, coordinating with field teams, and supporting the Superintendent to implement plans.

Under supervision, you will manage RFIs, ensure alignment with project documents, and contribute to closeouts. Bachelor’s degree in construction is preferred, with strong communication and teamwork skills essential

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction related field preferred.
• Strong communication, sense of urgency and ownership.
• Experience in related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Translate and coordinate project document information for field construction use.
• Coordinate subcontractor work and develop details for self-performed work.
• Coordinate and/or perform layout for self-performed work.
• Track labor and quantities for self-performed work.
• Order and track materials for self-performed work.
• Verify installed work and resolve omissions via RFIs.
• Create 3-week look ahead schedules using Lean tools.
• Assist Superintendent with equipment scheduling and material deliveries.
• Ensure work aligns with Pankow policies and safety procedures.
• Create and maintain jobsite records and project documentation.
• Participate in project closeouts and prepare archives.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Ownership

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction related field

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The Construction Project Engineer / Project Engineer I works as an essential team member in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment. Under the direction of the Assistant Project Manager, Project Manager or Senior Project Manager, they act as the front line on a project to ensure conformance of the work to the construction documents. The Project Engineer I coordinates the documents, identifies and resolves conflicts, and communicates the resolution to all affected parties. As directed, the Project Engineer I translates the construction documents into buildable plans then works in support of the Superintendent to implement the plans.

JOB SCOPE & ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Primary Accountabilities

• Translate and coordinate project document information (construction documents, submittals, RFIs) for field construction use
  • Coordinate subcontractor work
  • Develop details for self-performed work
  • Coordinate and/or perform layout for self-performed work
  • Track labor and quantities for self-performed work
  • Order and track materials for self-performed work
  • Verify installed work
• Identify and resolve omissions and inconsistencies within the project documents by working through the RFI process with appropriate project team members (i.e. Pankow team, consultants, subcontractors, etc.)
  • Communicate resolution to all affected parties in a timely manner and ensure completion
• Develop and maintain 3-week look ahead schedule using Lean tools
  • Coordinate and assist with scheduling of assigned subcontractors and self-performed work using Last Planner (Weekly Work Plan, Constraint Log, and Plan Percent Complete) and Pull Planning (Collaboration + Communication + Commitment)
• Assist the Superintendent with equipment scheduling, work techniques, and material deliveries
• Ensure the “work” is in alignment with Pankow policies and procedures
  • Execute duties as specified in the Pankow Safety Reference Manual
    • Participate in creation and implementation of Job Hazard Analysis (JHA)
  • Execute the Project-Specific Quality Management Plan (PSQMP)
• Create and maintain the following jobsite records:
  • Self-performed work quantities
  • Labor productivity
  • Document logs
  • Daily diaries
  • RFIs
  • Submittals
  • Change management process
  • Material logs
  • Project correspondence
• Participate in project closeouts
  • Create and manage punch lists
  • Schedule and assist in Owner training
  • Assist the Assistant Project Manager or Project Manager with subcontractor closeout
  • Develop archives and “record” documentation

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Training

• Bachelor’s degree in construction related field preferred

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Effective communication skills, sense of urgency and ownership, ability to work as part of a team

Work Experience

• Work experience or internship in related field preferred