Engineering Project Assistant: Docs, RFI & Coordination

Turner Construction Company; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 7,100 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner Construction Company is seeking a project support professional to assist in engineering and administration within the Special Projects Division or related business units in Sacramento. You will support shop drawing reviews, RFIs, and document handling to keep projects on track.

The role emphasizes communication, teamwork, initiative, and proficiency with MS Office, with exposure to scheduling basics and contract documentation throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Two years of college education from accredited program in Engineering, Construction, or relevant education.
• Building construction, engineering, or equivalent experience, preferred.
• Must have good interpersonal skills and ability to work within a team.
• Demonstrate initiative and desire to learn.
• Ability to communicate well both verbally and in writing.
• Proficient with computer applications, data entry, and Microsoft suite of applications.
• Basic understanding of scheduling programs, desired.

Responsibilities

• Assist in obtaining and reviewing information and approvals for processing of shop drawings, product data, and samples and assist in communication of information across all levels of project team.
• Assist in managing other aspects of communication including submission and responses for RFIs.
• Assist in preparing estimates for changes in work including review of Change Order requests from subcontractors.
• Study contract drawings, specifications, and shop drawings to ensure proper coordination and installation.
• Assist in maintenance and updates of contract documents, electronic web-based documents, and project logs.
• Distribute information required for construction to appropriate parties.
• Assist Engineering to ensure materials and equipment are released for fabrication or manufacture in time to meet construction schedule.
• Assist in preparation of final records for project including close-out documents, OM Manuals, and other related documentation.
• Other activities, duties, and responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication (written & verbal)

Teamwork

Initiative

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Two years of college education in Engineering/Construction

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Turner Construction Company is seeking a project support professional to assist in engineering and administration within the Special Projects Division or related business units in Sacramento. You will support shop drawing reviews, RFIs, and document handling to keep projects on track.

The role emphasizes communication, teamwork, initiative, and proficiency with MS Office, with exposure to scheduling basics and contract documentation throughout the project lifecycle.