Mechanical Project Engineer

University Mechanical & Engineering Contractors, Inc.; El Cajon (CA); On-site; USD 66,560 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

University Mechanical & Engineering Contractors, Inc. in the San Diego region is seeking a Mechanical Project Engineer for a full-time role. You will support project estimating, scheduling, RFIs, submittals, and data management for complex HVAC and mechanical systems.

The position emphasizes safety and BIM-driven design-build execution. The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management or has 5+ years in construction project engineering, with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management or 5+ years industry experience as a Construction Project Engineer.
• Experience with project administration, scheduling, productivity analysis, and cost control.

Responsibilities

• Project Estimating (Take-Off & Analysis)
• Project Scheduling (Manpower scheduling)
• Manage RFIs (Requests for Information)
• Prepare Submittal Packages
• Manage flow of contractor-submitted data
• Assist in data population of forms
• Prepare Project Progress Billings
• Assist in technical analysis, troubleshooting of HVAC equipment and piping systems

Skills

HVAC design

Industrial construction knowledge

Construction estimating

HVAC testing procedures

ASHRAE data/guidelines

MS Project scheduling

MS Access

MS Excel

MS Word

Internet

Verbal & writing skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

MS Project

MS Access

MS Excel

MS Word

Job description

About Us

We are one of Southern California’s leading value-added mechanical contractors. With a focus on client requirements, we offer BIM capabilities, design-build services, sustainable solutions, commercial HVAC systems, and complex mechanical and industrial system installations.

Job Summary

University Mechanical & Engineering Contractors, Inc. is currently seeking individuals for a full-time position as a Mechanical Project Engineer located in our San Diego, CA area. Backed by the strength and stability that comes with almost a century of customer care and ownership, UMEC adheres to the highest safety standards for its employees and clients. UMEC offers industry-leading building information modeling (BIM) capabilities, design/build services, sustainable solutions, commercial HVAC services, and complex mechanical and industrial system installations.

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Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Responsibilities

• Project Estimating (Take-Off & Analysis)
• Project Scheduling (Manpower scheduling)
• Manage RFIs (Requests for Information)
• Prepare Submittal Packages
• Manage Flow of Contractor provided submittal data
• Assist in data population of forms
• Prepare Project Progress Billings
• Assist in Technical Analysis, Trouble shooting, and problem solving of HVAC Air Equipment, HVAC Piping Equipment Systems, HVAC & Plumbing Equipment

Skills and Experience:

• Basic working knowledge HVAC & Plumbing Design & System Operation
• Basic working knowledge of Commercial & Industrial construction sequences
• Basic working knowledge of construction estimating
• Basic working knowledge of testing procedures for HVAC systems.
• Basic working knowledge of ASHRAE data & guidelines
• Average proficiency with MS Project scheduling program
• Average proficiency with MS Access or other database programs
• Above average proficiency with MS Excel & Word
• Above average proficiency with Internet
• Above average verbal & writing skills
• Above average organizational skills in handling & archiving technical data

Recommended that the candidate have bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management, and/or 5 years industry experience as a Construction Project Engineer.

Candidate should be able to demonstrate experience with project administration, project scheduling, productivity analysis, project cost control accounting, plus equipment & material procurement.

Equal Opportunity Employer

As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Affirmative Action Policy

Please review our Affidavit of portfolio.

Geographic Disclosure

We are committed to providing employees a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with health savings and flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability, a 401(k) Savings Plan, College Coach and employee assistance program.

Compensation Range: $66,560 to $90,000.

We offer our employees a competitive salary and competitive benefits package and are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled