Office Engineer I - T5

PMCS Group, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 102,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading project management company is seeking a Mid-Senior Level Office Engineer for their Terminal 5 project in New York. The role includes managing submittals, assisting in construction documentation, and requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field along with 5+ years of experience, ideally in airport projects. This full-time position is office-based and may require after-hours work. Competitive salary offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience, preferably on airport projects.
• Experience working on large teams for complex projects.
• Knowledge of various delivery methods including Design-Bid-Build.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the management of submittals and RFIs.
• Maintain project files and manage document systems.
• Contribute to project meetings and documentation.

Skills

Technical/Construction background

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Knowledge in design and construction contracting

Experience with Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management

Tools

Bluebeam

PM Web

Job description

Base pay range

$102,000.00/yr - $108,000.00/yr

Office Engineer (Work Location: Los Angeles, CA)

The Terminal 5 (T5) Office Engineer reports to the T5 Program Delivery Director and is responsible for assisting the T5 Program Delivery Director with managing the scope, schedule and operational interfaces of all design and construction-related activities for TDIP's Terminal 5 project.

The Terminal 5 Program covers the full demolition and re‑building of the Terminal 5 headhouse and concourse, as well as various enabling scopes to vacate the existing building.

Position Description Summary

The T5 Office Engineer provides a broad spectrum of technical and administrative duties primarily associated with submittal and Request for Information (RFI) management as well as construction management support. Supports the project management team (project manager, assistant PM, construction manager, design manager, etc.).

Key Identifiers for the Position

• Technical/Construction background with experience in an operating/active environment
• Knowledge in design and construction contracting practices and methodologies
• Knowledge and experience in the project design life cycle from Concept to Project Definition Book to Permit to Bulletins
• Knowledge and experience in the project construction life cycle from Pre‑Construction to estimating/buyout to phasing to implementation to Closeout
• Maintaining an excellent working relationship with the design and construction professionals geared towards open communications and mutual problem solving in the best interest of the project and all other parties involved
• Contributing to a high level of team morale through professionalism that reflects well on the project team, external stakeholders and LAWA/internal stakeholders

Essential Job Duties

• Assist the T5 project team in the receipt, distribution and maintenance of submittals. Perform construction contract correspondence, document and plan control function, input data into PM Web, and prepare management information status report, as required.
• Update and maintain logs for submittals and RFIs in PM Web, the project information system.
• Maintain project files and document / submittal management systems (hard and electronic copies). Work with the Contractor(s) to ensure the drawings are posted efficiently and in a timely manner.
• Distribute documents, submittals and RFIs for review; track and compile responses/review comments, obtain management approval and issue responses to Contractor(s).
• Manipulate electronic files of various formats to create exhibits for presentations and meetings.
• Complete other responsibilities and assist as assigned to support the project such as: attend and document project meetings (write agendas and minutes), perform expediting functions, and prepare and maintain an expediting log; etc.

Hardware/Software Knowledge

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Bluebeam.
• Experience with Project Management Implementation Systems; ability to work in PM Web preferred.

Professional Experience Level/Other Qualifications

• 5 years or more experience, preferably on airport projects
• Experience working on large team for complex projects.
• Experience with various delivery methods, including Design‑Bid‑Build, Design+CMAR and Design/Build
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and a thorough knowledge of industry practices and regulations

Education/Training

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or other related technical field required
• Optional certifications may include AAAE, LEED, PE, PMP, AICP, etc. or any other relevant professional license or certifications.

Element‑Specific Requirements/Notes

• May assume other duties as required/needed
• Maybe required to work past regular work shift
• Maybe required to work various shifts as needed
• This is NOT a work from home position
• This is a salaried position based on 40 hours per week.
• This is a Monday‑Friday full‑time position in the office or on the project site at LAX
• After hours or weekend work may be required to perform the duties of the position. This shall be considered part of the salary.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Other

Industries

IT Services and IT Consulting