Project Engineer

Nova; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive health benefits

Matching 401K contributions

Career advancement opportunities

Training opportunities

Job summary

Nova in San Diego is seeking a full-time Project Engineer to support engineering and construction projects for the Department of Defense and the Department of Energy. The role involves managing production schedules, evaluating project costs, and ensuring quality compliance. Candidates should have over 3 years of construction engineering experience and expertise in electrical construction.

The position offers a salary between $76,000 and $80,000 per year.

Qualifications

• 3+ years construction engineering experience preferred.
• Able to identify budget and project costs.
• Possess strong verbal and written skills.
• Knowledge of financial reporting and quantity tracking.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others.

Responsibilities

• Review production schedule to ensure resources are available.
• Evaluate daily production and budget projections.
• Update project schedule weekly for management reporting.
• Manage all Requests for Information (RFIs).
• Participate in weekly safety meetings.

Skills

Construction engineering experience

Electrical construction experience

Budget management

Verbal and written communication skills

Knowledge of design build methods

Knowledge of construction scheduling

Microsoft Suite

Bluebeam

AutoCAD

Job description

Nova Group Inc., a Quanta Services company, is an industry leading general engineering construction company with 50 years of experience worldwide. Nova specializes in hydrant fueling, waterfront, electrical and utility military construction projects for the Department of Defense (NAVFAC, USACE) and Department of Energy at various National Laboratories. Nova exceeds customer expectations through innovative construction, safety, quality and outstanding customer service.

Headquartered in Napa, CA, with regional offices in San Diego, CA, Port Orchard, WA, Japan and project locations stretching across the US, as well as internationally, the opportunities are endless with Nova! Nova offers employees competitive health benefits, matching 401K contributions, career advancement opportunities, and endless training opportunities.

Nova Group Inc. is committed to growing long term employees to work within our company culture and environment. As a Project Engineer supporting the Engineering, Fabrication, and Equipment Manager you will participate in building a large variety of products and systems to make our construction division one of the most high quality and competitive contractors in military fueling and marine construction.

What you will be doing:

• Meets with team regularly to review production schedule and confirm all materials, equipment and resources are readily available for production to continue on schedule and within budget.
• Reviews shop drawings, design specifications, material requirements and project data through the duration of the project to ensure quality and contract specification compliance.
• Provides technical input for project work plan and scheduling. Identifying risk elements of production, materials, equipment or process that could negatively impact the budget or schedule.
• Evaluates daily production, schedule and budget projections to accurately track project performance. Documents daily activities in Company approved methods and technologies.
• Updates project schedule weekly for owner and management reporting. Attends weekly owner meetings; presents on project production status as needed.
• Prepares and manages a three-week work plan. Notifies engineering and project management of any significant schedule changes and develops solutions to mitigate delays and cost.
• Initiates and manages all Requests for Information (RFIs), as needed by project.
• Remits accurate project quantities using assigned project cost coding to ensure project financials are accurately reported. Manages invoicing with Company accounting team regarding materials, equipment and subcontractor needs.
• Supports the team with quality assurance as needed. Reviews certificates and permits needed to perform work. Participates in all worksite tours with leadership or external parties.
• Reviews required Job Hazard Analysis (JHAs) to ensure a safe and compliance work environment for all construction personnel. Participates in all weekly safety meetings with field team and project leadership; presents field analysis as needed.
• Assists the development of design drawings and provides technical input, as needed.
• Coordinates subcontractor work methods, schedule and crews as needed.
• Reconciles job close-out checklist with owner representative and field crews at the end of the project.
• Maintains knowledge of Company values and strategic plan.

What we are looking for:

• 3+ years construction engineering experience preferred
• Electrical construction experience including high voltage preferred
• Able to identify budget and project costs and recommend options to mitigate project delays
• Possess verbal, written and presentation skills
• Knowledge of design build and other alternative delivery methods
• Knowledge of financial reporting methods, quantity tracking methods and cost coding.
• Knowledge of construction scheduling and production time management preferred.
• Ability to assume responsibility, interface and communicate effectively with others.

Proficient in Microsoft Suite, Bluebeam, and AutoCAD

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer in an office environment.
• Must be able to access and navigate all areas of construction site in all types of weather.
• Prolonged periods of standing and working outside.
• Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds at times.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time exempt from overtime position. Days and hours of work will depend on production schedule.

Salary: $76,000 to $80,000 per year, exempt status

Equal Opportunity Employer, Disabled, and Veterans are encouraged to apply.