Project Engineer

Meruelo Group; Chino (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

HW Power Construction in Los Angeles, CA, seeks a Project Engineer to assist the Project Manager in planning and executing assigned projects. You will provide technical leadership to the PM, superintendents, and field foremen on projects across California.

The role emphasizes contract compliance, budgeting, scheduling, and coordination with the billing department. A background in construction management and scheduling software is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years’ experience in a construction environment.
• Experience working with construction personnel and projects.
• Ability to interpret contracts to protect the company’s rights in liens and collections.
• Familiarity with scheduling and estimating software is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Manager in planning and execution of projects.
• Provide technical and leadership support to Superintendents and field foremen.
• Manage project documents, budgets, schedules, POs, and subcontracts.
• Monitor quality and quantity of work on all jobs.
• Assist with billing schedules and contract change orders.
• Ensure contract compliance and safety program adherence.

Skills

Leadership

Organization

Communication

Planning

Analytical

Education

Construction Management BS

4-year engineering degree

Primavera Scheduling

Accubid estimating

Spectrum

Driver's license

Job description

HW Power Construction is a leading company in the construction and engineering industry. We perform engineering & construction work in a variety of market segments. We are headquartered in Los Angeles with business units in LA, Riverside, San Diego and Ventura performing work throughout California.

The Project Engineer the ideal candidate will be responsible for supporting the Project Manager in successful planning and execution of all projects (jobs) assigned to them. Provide technical and leadership to the Project Manager in support of Superintendents and field foreman on all projects.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for making decisions both small and large, in such a way that risk is controlled and uncertainty minimized.

• Responsible for project document control and supporting the creation of budgets, schedules, purchase orders, and subcontracts.

• Monitors overall quantity and quality of work performed on all assigned jobs.

• Provides support to the billing department as needed; e.g. provide schedule of values, answer questions on applied costs or billing requirements per the contract.

• Supports the process for changes orders and other circumstances changing the scope of work and payment for such changes.

• Monitors contract compliance for each job to ensure the company is protected regarding liabilities matters and liens (collection matters).

• Supports the technical advisor for the project.

• Participates in resolving difficult issues or start-up

• Ensures compliance with all company policies and procedures.

• Follows and ensures compliance with all company safety program requirements.

• Promotes safety among peers, subordinates and supervisors.

• Performs additional assignments at the direction of a Project Manager and/or Sr. Project Manager/Division Manager.

• Responsible for the insertion of contracts, contract change orders, and other adjustments needed to be made in Spectrum.

EDUCATION:

• A high school diploma or GED equivalent required.

• Construction Management Bachelor of Science certification preferred but not required.

• A 4-year engineering degree preferred but not required.

• Primavera Scheduling or similar scheduling software preferred.

• Accubid or similar estimating software experience preferred.

• Spectrum program, or equivalent, experience preferred.

• LICENSE: Possess or ability to obtain a valid class C California driver's license

EXPERIENCE:

A minimum of 4 years’ experience in similar type construction environment required.

Proven experience in working with construction personnel and projects.

Proven experience in understanding contracts to ensure compliance with terms and protect the company’s rights in lien and collection matters.

SKILLS, PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Excellent organizational, leadership, communication, planning and analytical skills required.

• Must possess a combination of skills including an ability to ask penetrating questions, detect unstated assumptions and resolve interpersonal conflicts as well as more systematic management skills.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, walk, stand and sit for prolong periods.

• The employee is frequently required to use hands to fingers, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms.

• Ability to operate a motor vehicle, required.

• Working conditions consists of temperature-controlled buildings or offices, outside elements such as rain, cold, and heat when working with in open environments, driving from various locations or attending meetings, etc. Noise levels are moderate to loud depending on work location.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the work performed by employees assigned to this position.This description assists in ADA compliance, and is not intended for any other purpose such as compensation.All employees must comply with company policies and applicable laws.Management retains the right to assign additional duties periodically and the discretion to add or change the duties of this position any time.Minorities and Females are encouraged to apply.

HW Power Construction offers a very competitive pay and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance and 401k.

HW Power Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer