Project Engineer II

Ghilotti Construction Company; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal opportunity employer

Safety equipment provided

Job summary

Ghilotti Construction Company in Santa Clara, California is seeking a Project Engineer II to support the Area Manager on heavy civil construction projects. This role involves collaborating with project teams, managing RFIs, and providing engineering support during construction efforts.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management or Engineering, and at least 2 to 5 years of relevant experience. Strong communication, organizational skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office and Primavera are essential. The work environment varies from office to field sites, ensuring a dynamic working experience.

Qualifications

• 2 to 5 years of experience in the industry.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage a diverse team effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Managers on heavy civil projects.
• Track and distribute RFIs.
• Provide value engineering and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Assess risks and maintain a record in risk engineering.
• Support construction efforts through planning and design.
• Interface with on-site departments to resolve issues.
• Prepare monthly owner project status reports.
• Attend project meetings with the team.

Skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Knowledge of Primavera

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Basic math/accounting skills

Team collaboration

Time management and organizational skills

Ability to read drawings and specifications

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

Spectrum

Small hand tools

Job description

Job Summary

The Project Engineer II collaborates with and supports the Area Manager on designated projects with an increased knowledge of heavy civil construction projects. Operating under limited supervision, the role entails executing routine daily tasks, as well as collecting and disseminating information. This position necessitates a flexible and adaptable team player with robust communication and client service skills. Project Engineers II may be assigned to specific tasks within the Underground or Paving divisions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assisting Project Managers with multiple heavy civil projects under minimal supervision, demonstrating effective project management support and coordination;
• Initiate, review, track, and distribute RFIs;
• Provide value engineering and submit requests for change (RFC) to enhance the base design, identifying cost-saving opportunities through alternate design and construction methods;
• Assess risks and maintain a track record in risk engineering, aligning with strategic planning, codes, QA/QC Plan, schedule, and time management;
• Offer engineering support for construction efforts, participating in planning and design, interpreting designs, applying construction methods, resolving and documenting design conflicts, conducting constructability reviews, site inspections, and delivering timely technical assistance for corrective action;
• Interface with on‑site departments to resolve issues, ensure construction quality, and support the overall project schedule;
• Track and inspect material deliveries;
• Contribute to the preparation of monthly owner project status reports, as required;
• Attend project meetings directed by the Project Manager and/or Area Manager;
• Assist in proposal and contract preparation, client communication, and negotiation;
• Contribute to or manage project close‑out processes;

Job Skills & Abilities

• Computer knowledge and efficiency, including Microsoft Office products;
• Knowledge of Primavera;
• Broad understanding of industry;
• Strong written and verbal communication skills;
• Basic math/accounting skills;
• Functions effectively as part of a team;
• Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality at all times;
• Ability to understand and follow directions;
• Good time management skills and organizational skills;
• Ability to read drawings and specifications.

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree – Construction Management, Engineering or equivalent;
• 2 to 5 years of industry experience.
• Knowledge of construction engineering technology, codes, standards, etc., plus an in-depth understanding of the interdependence and relationship between other functional units required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, plus demonstrated ability to manage a team of varied disciplines.

Equipment Use

• Telephone – Frequently
• Small Hand Tools – Moderate
• Copier – Occasionally
• Computer – Moderate

Software Use

Spectrum, Microsoft Office Suite

Licences and Certifications

• None

Special Conditions of Employment

Pre‑employment background screening investigation results that are acceptable to GCC at GCC’s sole discretion.

• Background/security clearance (if applicable).
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

Mental Demands

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from employees, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to effectively present information to top management, employees, public groups, and/or boards of directors. Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; sit; and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The work is typically performed in an office environment, and at field sites and client facilities, which requires proper safety equipment and precautions; work may require some physical effort in the handling of materials, boxes, tools or equipment and climbing of stairs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

GCC is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.