Project Engineer

Safework Inc.; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Safework Inc. in California is seeking a Project Engineer to provide technical and engineering support to district project teams, coordinating with staff, contractors, architects, engineers, inspectors and consultants to ensure compliance with plans and DSA requirements.

You will read plans, participate in design and construction meetings, manage change orders and field inspections, and help prepare reports, meeting minutes, and risk mitigation for timely project delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level degree in engineering, construction management, business or related field.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and take initiative.

Responsibilities

• Provides technical and engineering support to project teams and managers.
• Coordinates with staff, contractors, architects, engineers, inspectors and consultants.
• Participates in design or construction meetings and prepares documentation.
• Reads and interprets construction plans and shop drawings.
• Prepares reports, procedures, and guidelines and supports status reporting.
• Reviews change orders, negotiates invoices, and enforces contracts.

Skills

Fast-paced environment

Initiative

Education

BS/BA Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business or related degree

Job description

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Description

Safework specializes in providing all aspects of construction management, project management, safety management and construction inspection. From the beginning of a project to the very end the Safework professionals are committed to the success of each project on which we work.

Our employees are the key to our success in providing professional services. What they contribute to our projects and to the company is much more than just doing a "job". In return we are committed to providing our employees with a great place to give their talents, an inclusive environment, and projects that make a difference in the lives of others.

We work hard to provide an unparalleled experience for our clients. To do this we understand that people are the backbone of our company. For this reason, we offer industry leading benefits and competitive salaries for professionals who are passionate about serving their clients.

Position Description

• Provides technical and engineering support to the district Project Teams, including Project Managers and Construction Managers
• Coordinates with staff, contractors, architects, engineers, inspectors, and consultants
• Participates in, and occasionally runs, design or construction meetings
• Makes field checks on construction, demolition, rehabilitation, alteration addition or repair projects to determine compliance with job specifications, plans, established standards, and Division of the State Architect (DSA) requirements
• Reads and interprets construction plans and shop drawings
• Assists in preparing written materials including correspondence, reports, procedures, and guidelines
• Supports development of weekly/monthly status and photos reports for project team
• Reviews, estimates, negotiates, and processes construction change orders and construction field orders
• Reviews and enforces construction and professional services contracts
• Manages and directs contractors and outside consultants including reviewing and approving invoices
• Assesses project risks and develops risk registers including mitigation strategies
• Facilitates resolutions of construction and design issues
• Coordinates with Architects for timely and accurate responses to requests for information, submittals, Construction Change Documents, etc.
• Generates and distributes meeting minutes (construction meetings, design meetings, etc.)
• Confirms contractor's maintenance of record drawings prior to monthly progress payments to the Contractor
• Maintain project files in both electronic and paper format
• Reviews submittals for conformance to plans and specifications
• Other job-related duties or projects as assigned

Minimum Required Qualifications

• 3-5years minimum recent professional experience in a similar or equivalent position involved in project or construction.
• BS/BA Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business or related degree. Additional qualifying experience in excess to the minimum stated above may be substituted for the required
• Education on a year for year basis.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to take initiative and make sound decisions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience on Educational programs/projects.
• Experience on Division of State Architect (DSA) projects.
• Experience on large public works programs.
• Experience withPMIS systems

BE CHALLENGED, BE INSPIRED.

With Safework, you'll play a part in solving complex technical challenges with innovative, sustainable, and dependable solutions. If you're a driven professional looking to build your skills while building a better world, you could be a great fit for Safework.

GROW PROFESSIONALLY

We recognize that our employees are the most valuable asset of the company, so Safeworkmakes an investment in human resources and technologies. We assist employees in developing successful career goals as we believe positive and confident employees are a key source of competitive advantage for Safeworkin the marketplace.

COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS

Wherever you are in your career – just starting out or a seasoned professional – your benefits represent an important part of your overall compensation. Safeworkis proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package.

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

Safeworkis an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We want to have the best available persons in every job. We prohibit unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, gender, religion, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, and medical conditions including genetic characteristics, sexual orientation, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local laws. This includes unlawful discrimination based on the perception that anyone having any of those characteristics or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics. Safework, Inc. is committed to complying with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all persons involved in Safework, Inc. operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of Safework, including supervisors and co-workers.

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Pay Range

Position Project Engineer

Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt

Location San Luis Obispo

About the Organization

This position is currently accepting applications.