Project Engineer

MAI Construction, Inc; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

MAI Construction, Inc. is seeking a Project Engineer to assist project managers through all phases from bid to closeout, handling submittals, RFIs, change orders, and invoicing coordination.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering (or equivalent), 1.5+ years as a project engineer, and is proficient with Microsoft Office, Excel and Microsoft Project. Strong communication, client focus, and self-starting teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering (or equivalent).
• 1.5+ years’ experience as a project engineer.
• Proficient with MS Office suite including Excel and Project.
• Strong communication and client-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Assist project managers from bid to project close-out.
• Support bidding to subcontractors and prepare proposals.
• Assist with prime contracts and issue subcontracts.
• Handle submittals, change orders, RFIs and project documents.
• Coordinate invoicing with owners and review subcontractor invoices.
• Liaise between office and field and participate in project meetings.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Self-starter

Team player

Creative thinker

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Microsoft Project

Job description

Job Description: Working with projects managers on all aspects of a project from bid through project close out Assisting in bidding out projects to subcontractors, estimating for self-performed work and preparing proposals Assisting project manager with prime contract and issuing subcontracts Integral part of the construction team, working on submittals, change orders, RFI’s, project documents, project meetings, invoicing owner, reviewing and approving subcontractor invoices and overall project processesLiaison between office and field Participate in trade shows and industry organizations
Desired Skills and Experience: Bachelor’s degree with a preference in Construction Management or Engineering or equivalent experience Minimum of 1 ½+ years’ experience as a project engineer Proficient in Microsoft Office suite including Excel and Project Good understanding of all trades-including MEP Strong communication skills both verbal and written Client centered approach with a focus on customer development and satisfaction Possess a “do whatever it takes” attitude Creative thinker who is willing to think outside the box to achieve client goals Autonomous individual who enjoys working with a team Self-starter Excellent time management skills, fully able to set own schedule