Project Engineer III - Sustainability

Enterris Associates, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Employer matching

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life/AD&D

Job summary

Enterris Associates is a trusted construction management firm seeking a Project Engineer III Sustainability to support sustainability and energy-related capital improvement projects from initial identification and scoping through design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and closeout.

The role emphasizes technical engineering support, coordination with multiple stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with district standards and DSA requirements across all project phases.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in project or construction management of large commercial/public/educational facilities over $15M.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, or related field required; sustainability credentials are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical, engineering, and project coordination support to Project Managers and the Sustainability Strike Team.
• Coordinate with District personnel, College Project Teams, architects, engineers, contractors, and SMEs to resolve requirements and design coordination constraints.
• Review and coordinate design documents, RFIs, change orders, field orders, and other project docs; facilitate timely RFI responses.
• Maintain and distribute contract plans, specs, records, and supporting docs.
• Support field verification and construction to ensure compliance with scopes, plans, specs, and DSA requirements.
• Track project schedules, changes, submittals, and implementation activities.

Skills

Project coordination

Engineering

Stakeholder coordination

DSA familiarity

MEP knowledge

Sustainability projects

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related field

Sustainability credentials (LEED AP, CEM, Envision SP)

Tools

Bluebeam Revu

BIM tools/processes

PMIS for tracking/reporting

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

About The Company

Enterris Associates is a trusted, full-service construction management firm specializing in program and project management, risk analysis and mitigation, claims support, compliance, and dispute resolution. We partner with the public sector and utility clients to drive the successful delivery of complex infrastructure projects. Our advisory services include testing and inspection, contract administration and oversight, compliance monitoring, and comprehensive construction and project management which is all tailored to help our clients navigate challenges and achieve their goals with confidence. Formally established in 2021 and built on the legacy of PQM founded in 2006, we bring nearly two decades of Architecture, Engineering, and Construction expertise to our clients. We deliver value through quality oversight, project management, compliance, and risk mitigation.

Title: Project Engineer III Sustainability

Enterris Associates is seeking a Project Engineer III Sustainability to support sustainability and energy-related capital improvement projects from initial identification and scoping through design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and closeout.

Position Description

Enterris Associates is seeking a Project Engineer III Sustainability to support sustainability and energy-related capital improvement projects from initial identification and scoping through design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and closeout.

Essential Job Duties

• Provide technical, engineering, and project coordination support to Project Managers and the Sustainability Strike Team for projects in design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and closeout.
• Coordinate with District personnel, College Project Teams, architects, engineers, contractors, and technical subject matter experts to resolve project requirements, technical issues, design coordination, and implementation constraints.
• Review and coordinate design documents, technical submittals, requests for information (RFIs), change order proposals, field orders, and other project documentation; facilitate accurate and timely RFI responses.
• Maintain and distribute current contract plans, specifications, project records, and supporting documentation.
• Support field verification and construction coordination to confirm compliance with approved scopes, plans, specifications, College standards, and Division of the State Architect (DSA) requirements.
• Monitor project progress, document field observations, maintain project reports, and coordinate follow-up actions with stakeholders.
• Track project schedules, change order proposals, approved changes, technical submittals, and other implementation activities.
• Verify that contractors maintain required record drawings and project documentation throughout construction.
• Coordinate project meetings, prepare meeting minutes, track action items, and communicate project status and open issues to stakeholders.
• Assist with review of submittal procedures, RFIs, monthly invoices, and supporting documentation as directed by Project Managers.
• Support commissioning, project closeout, record documentation, and resolution of outstanding project requirements.
• Support scoping and development of Districtwide sustainability capital projects, including project needs, technical requirements, site conditions, constraints, and implementation considerations.
• Coordinate technical due diligence, including field assessments, infrastructure evaluations, feasibility studies, and utility coordination to verify existing capacity, service requirements, and needed upgrades.
• Assist Project Managers, engineers, and estimators in developing and validating project scopes, preliminary budgets, schedules, and implementation approaches within available funding and bond eligibility requirements.
• Support preparation of project establishments, including project justification, scope and budget documentation, stakeholder reviews, and approvals in accordance with PMO Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Perform other bond-eligible project support duties as directed by the Sustainability Strike Team Lead.

Required

Professional Experience Level/Other Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in a similar or equivalent position in project or construction management of commercial, public, or educational facility construction projects valued over $15 million.

Preferred

• Familiarity with Division of the State Architect (DSA) design, approval, and construction processes.
• Working knowledge of Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems, including Building Management Systems (BMS), building automation, and controls.
• Experience with sustainability and energy projects such as PV, BESS, EV charging, microgrids, decarbonization, or energy efficiency retrofits.
• Experience with utility coordination and K-12, community college, or higher-education bond programs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to coordinate across multiple stakeholders.

Education/Training/Certificates

• Bachelor s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Business, Construction Management, or a related field required.
• Sustainability credentials such as LEED AP, Certified Energy Manager (CEM), or Envision SP a plus.

Hardware/Software Knowledge

• Bluebeam Revu for document review, markups, and coordination (preferred).
• Building Information Modeling (BIM) tools and processes (preferred).
• Enterprise Project Management Information Systems (PMIS) for project tracking, documentation, and reporting (preferred).
• Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).

Compensation

• This role is salaried/exempt with a base annual salary range of $105,000.00 - $120,000.00 and commensurate with skill, education, experience, and work location.
• This role is bonus eligible after 6 months of employment.

Benefits Package

Enterris offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to all full-time regular employees, including:

• PPO and HMO Medical plans, including a 100% employer-paid base plan and Health Savings Accounts
• Dental PPO
• Vision PPO
• Short Term Disability (100% employer-paid)
• Long Term Disability (100% employer-paid)
• Basic Life / AD&D Insurance (100% employer-paid)
• Critical Illness insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Identity Theft Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Matching up to 6%
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Monthly Technology/Cell Phone Allowance
• Employee Assistance Programs (100% employer-paid)
• Perks & Discounts
• Work-life Balance
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Company events and great culture

Work Environment

• This job operates in a professional environment and uses standard equipment such as computers and phones.

Physical Demands

• Be able to sit and/or stand for up to 8 hours per day.
• Demonstrate the ability to move freely for up to 8 hours per day.

Solicitation

Please no solicitation of any kind from staffing agencies or recruiting firms.

EEOC Statement

Enterris Associates provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.