Design-Build Project Engineer

ACCO Engineered Systems; Santa Cruz (CA); On-site; USD 39,729 - 79,473; Full time

Job summary

ACCO Engineered Systems in Santa Cruz, CA seeks a Project Engineer to coordinate technical aspects of assigned projects, reporting to the Sales Manager and collaborating with a Project Manager. You will foster clear communication among clients, architects, and vendors and sharpen estimating, scheduling, and design in our BIM-enabled design-build process.

The role emphasizes technical coordination, meticulous documentation, and proactive problem-solving as projects progress from kickoff through

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with business systems software such as JDE, IFS, BidTracer, FastEst, Bluebeam, Box, Smartsheet.

Responsibilities

• Draft and manage project documentation including proposals, letters, memos, subcontracts, change orders, RFIs, submittals, procurement logs, and shop drawings.
• Organize and participate in essential internal and external project meetings, including project kickoffs, BIM coordination, and scheduling reviews.
• Perform material takeoffs, solicit vendor and subcontractor quotes, compile comprehensive bid estimates, and assemble change order packages.
• Interpret complex technical plans and specifications to monitor onsite job progress, enforce quality control, and resolve emergent installation challenges.
• Execute vendor and subcontractor buyouts, manage procurement tracking, and oversee the successful delivery of purchased items.
• Track installations, forecast labor requirements, review invoices, and develop client billings to maintain project budget integrity.
• Lead comprehensive job closeout efforts, including the compilation and submission of O&Ms, commissioning documentation, as-builts, and warranty processing.
• Partner closely with the Project Management team to report on budget and timeline impacts, escalating potential issues early to drive solutions to resolution.
• Leverage standard engineering technologies to provide technical support, participate in design planning, and conduct value engineering and alternate solution reviews.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with external partners (customers, prime contractors, suppliers) and cross-functional internal departments (Construction, Fabrication, Accounting, Legal).
• Other tasks and duties as assigned.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

BS in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Mechanical and/or related engineering educational concentration

Tools

JDE

IFS

BidTracer

FastEst

Bluebeam

Box

Smartsheet

Job description

ACCO Engineered Systems in Santa Cruz, CA seeks a Project Engineer to coordinate technical aspects of assigned projects, reporting to the Sales Manager and collaborating with a Project Manager. You will foster clear communication among clients, architects, and vendors and sharpen estimating, scheduling, and design in our BIM-enabled design-build process.

The role emphasizes technical coordination, meticulous documentation, and proactive problem-solving as projects progress from kickoff through