Project Engineer, Preconstruction

Nibbi Brothers General Contractors; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision

401K with employer matching

Incentive compensation bonus

Tuition and student loan repayment assistance

PTO and Holidays

Job summary

A leading construction firm in San Francisco is seeking a Preconstruction Project Engineer responsible for assisting Estimators and managing various project-related tasks. This role includes document management, client relations, and compliance with safety standards. Candidates should possess a degree in Construction Management or Engineering and have strong communication skills. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, with a competitive salary range of $85,000 to $90,000 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of general building trades and sequence of work.
• Understanding of project financials and cost procedures.
• Familiarity with EH&S practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist with document management and client relations.
• Manage project files and flow of information.
• Prepare detailed bid scopes for trade packages.
• Attend OAC meetings and industry events.

Skills

Initiative

Communication

Teamwork

Dependability

Education

Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

Tools

ProCore

Building Connected

Destini Estimator

On-Screen Take-off

MS Office Suite

Job description

Overview

Nibbi Brothers has been a member of the Bay Area’s construction community since 1950. The company is known for its integrity, innovation, quality, and contributions to the communities in which it works. Nibbi’s safety program often exceeds federal and state requirements, demonstrating that the safety and wellbeing of everyone associated with our projects is the highest priority. Core markets include commercial, civic, seismic retrofits, historic restoration, waterfront structures, education, housing, hospitality, and community-based facilities. Nibbi self-performs production framing and structural concrete. In addition to partnering with Nibbi’s general contracting business, Nibbi Concrete works with other Bay Area General Contractors. Our projects range in size from $5 million to over $200 million.

Nibbi provides its people with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for career development. We encourage continuing education at all levels. We are proud of our friendly, family culture that is based on respect, collaboration, and a strong work/life balance.

Position Summary

The Preconstruction Project Engineer’s primary responsibility is to assist and support Estimators and in the successful completion of assigned projects. The Project Engineer will assist with document management, risk management, and client relations. Occasional travel is required. This position reports to the Senior Manager of Preconstruction.

Essential Functions

• Assist with document management, risk management, and client relations of assigned projects from pre-construction to subcontract award.
• Ensure Nibbi’s standards of safety and quality are adhered to by assertively championing Nibbi’s safety culture to the project team and subcontractors.
• Represent Nibbi in a professional manner.

Responsibilities

• Manage project files and flow of information for the assigned project
• Manage RFIs and submittals
• Assist with subcontractor buyout
• Prepare detailed bid scopes for trade packages
• Perform detailed quantity takeoffs
• Attend OAC meetings and conduct meetings when needed
• Attend company and industry events including meetings, trainings, workshops, etc.
• Other related duties as assigned or needed

Qualifications

Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field, preferred. Candidates must have basic knowledge of general building trades and sequence of work, project financials and cost procedures, and EH&S practices. Key competencies are initiative, communication, teamwork, and dependability. Desired technical skills are ProCore, Building Connected, Destini Estimator, On-Screen Take-off, and MS Office Suite.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee, with or without reasonable accommodation, to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job the employee may be exposed to conditions that include weather such as heat and/or humidity and cold, fumes or airborne particles, exposure to dust and asphalt, and moving mechanical parts. There may be occasional exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals. Conditions can also include risk of electrical shock and risk of vibration. The noise level in the work environment can often be loud.

Project Engineers are regularly required to:

• Walk, climb stairs, sit, and stand.
• Talk and hear at normal levels.
• See with close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and have the ability to adjust focus.
• Reach with hands and arms.
• Use hands and fingers to operate tools and other business machines.
• Lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision
• Flex plans
• Life insurance
• Supplemental insurance plans
• 401K with employer matching
• PTO
• Holidays
• Incentive compensation bonus
• Tuition and student loan repayment assistance
• Student loan repayment assistance

The anticipated salary range for this position is between $85,000 and $90,000, depending on experience.

Nibbi Brothers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status or any other personal characteristic protected by law. Employment decisions are made on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

Must be authorized to work in the US now and in the future without employer sponsorship. Nibbi uses E-Verify.

Contractor’s License #757362

Courtesy Notice to External Recruiters

Nibbi partners with external recruiters occasionally. We are open to working with others, provided our policy is followed:

• If you have a qualified candidate for a posted position, contact [e-mail] with your engagement agreement and the candidate’s qualifications (no identifying details).
• Do not send candidate information to anyone outside of HR. This increases the risk of a conflict if another recruiter has presented the candidate. You will not be considered the source of the candidate unless you work with HR.