Construction Project Engineer: Lead On-Site & Schedule

Hensel Phelps; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 84,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Life insurance

AD&D

Disability insurance

401(k)

HSA

EAP

Vision & Dental insurance

Paid time off

Annual bonus

Phone allowance

Vehicle allowance

COLA

Job summary

Hensel Phelps in Southern California seeks a Project Engineer to oversee on-site project administration, manage the office engineers and jobsite administrator, and ensure project goals are met with meticulous attention to detail.

The role involves negotiating with owners, suppliers, and trade partners, supporting cost control and scheduling, and mentoring junior staff. A 4-year degree and 2–4 years of experience in large commercial construction are preferred.

Qualifications

• A 4-year degree in civil or structural engineering, architecture, or construction management.
• Minimum of 2-4 years’ experience on large commercial construction projects; valid Driver’s License.
• Strong communication skills.
• Computer software - Microsoft Office Suite (Excel based templates), Prolog, Primavera and AutoDesk Suite.
• Preferred Qualifications: Past internships in the construction industry.

Responsibilities

• Accumulate data and prepare the monthly owner pay applications.
• Resolve interface conflicts between the company and trade partners; among trade partners.
• Interpret drawings, specifications, RFIs for and from the architect/engineer.
• Develop and manage the cost control and labor recap with the PM and PM Superintendent.
• Process and estimate all potential change orders and RFIs.
• Assist in development and management of the project schedule.
• Assist with engineering details and special design.
• Track and report on the progress of the project.
• Assist with production analysis studies.
• Manage timely acquisition of materials and equipment and field-initiated purchasing.
• Run weekly owner/architect/contractor meetings and maintain minutes.
• Assist in monthly margin analysis.
• Update project records using the Book of 14.
• Participate in jobsite safety meetings and audits.
• Facilitate the quality control plan and inspect activities.
• Assist in interpretation of BIM and VDC specifications.
• Manage, train and mentor the office engineers and the jobsite administrator.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Microsoft Office

Excel templates

Prolog

Primavera

AutoDesk Suite

Education

4-year degree in civil or structural engineering, architecture, or construction management

Job description

Hensel Phelps in Southern California seeks a Project Engineer to oversee on-site project administration, manage the office engineers and jobsite administrator, and ensure project goals are met with meticulous attention to detail.

The role involves negotiating with owners, suppliers, and trade partners, supporting cost control and scheduling, and mentoring junior staff. A 4-year degree and 2–4 years of experience in large commercial construction are preferred.