Project Engineer - Underground Utilities

Murray Company; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k) match

Medical coverage

Life insurance

Vision and dental (optional)

Job summary

Murray Company in Cypress, CA seeks a Project Engineer to join our Underground / Civil division, supporting site utility projects. The role works with top project managers and field leaders to plan, coordinate and execute projects on schedule and within funding parameters.

You will assist in scheduling, budgeting, RFIs, submittals and reports, leveraging Excel, MS Project and Procore. A bachelor’s degree and 2+ years of project engineering experience are required, with travel around Southern

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, mechanical engineering or similar field.
• 2+ years of progressive project engineering experience in a mechanical contracting environment, underground piping and related scopes.
• Proficiency with construction software and enterprise tools (Excel, MS Project, Procore).

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Manager in planning work schedule, determining manpower levels, and assigning project personnel.
• Coordinate project personnel activities to keep progress on schedule and within budget.
• Identify potential problems, schedule difficulties, and advise on resolutions.
• Draft and edit letters, memos, reports, and procedures as needed.
• Oversee day-to-day administrative items including RFIs, submittals, and material requests.
• Prepare special reports and analyses with minimal supervision.

Skills

Project scheduling & coordination

Project engineering experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management, mechanical engineering or similar area of study

Tools

Excel

MS Project

Procore

Job description

At Murray Company, how we operate is defined by shared values that are 100 years in the making - Safety, Quality, Honesty, Hard Work and Pride of Ownership. These values have led to our company consistently being in the top 15% on ENRs Best Specialty Contractor's list. Bring your enthusiasm and unique perspective to Murray Company where you will have the opportunity to grow with us professionally, personally, and financially. Join a team that cares about helping you thrive and succeed. You'll work alongside talented colleagues while establishing lifelong friendships and making a difference in our company and the specialty contracting community.

Position Summary

The Project Engineer (PE) position at Murray Company is an elevated role in construction project management, and plays a critical role in the success of each project. As an experienced Project Engineer, you will have the opportunity to work alongside best-in-industry project managers and field leaders within our Underground / Civil division supporting specialty projects in site utility work. This role provides business and administrative support to facilitate the planning and coordination of activities of assigned project to ensure that goals and objectives of project are accomplished within prescribed time frame and funding parameters.

Location

Cypress, CA with anticipated travel in and around the greater Southern California metropolitan area.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist Project Manager in planning work schedule, determining manpower levels, and arranging for assignment of project personnel.
• Assist in the coordination of project personnel activities to ensure project progresses on schedule and within prescribed budget.
• May advise Project Manager of potential problems, work interferences, and schedule difficulties. Assist in circumventing/resolving such problems as required.
• Compose and/or edit letters, memos, reports, and procedures as required.
• Oversee and/or process day-to-day administrative items per supervisor's authorization, including RFIs, submittals, and material requests.
• Prepare special reports, studies, and statistical analysis per supervisor's request. Such items would usually require research, development and/or interpretation of data and be performed with little instruction or supervision.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, mechanical engineering or similar area of study, and/or previous direct field and craft experience.
• 2+ years of progressive project engineering experience at a mechanical contractor with an emphasis in supporting underground piping scopes. Prior project experience in wet utilities, trenching, shoring, sewer, stormwater, etc. a plus.
• Proficiency in various construction software and enterprise tools (Excel, MS Project, Procore, etc.).

Preferred

• Experience with supporting additional scopes, such as plumbing, a plus.
• Hands-on experience working directly with union field / craft / trades.
• Proficiency with Revit, Navisworks and/or Autodesk (ACC) Build.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• Must have sufficient visual acuity to read printed and digital documents.
• Must be able to climb ladders, access and egress trenches and/or attic spaces and/or confined spaces.
• Requires hearing ability to communicate in noisy environments.
• Must be able to recognize alarms, signals, and verbal instructions.
• Must be able to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as needed.
• Ability to grasp, handle, and manipulate small objects.

Compensation

$75,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Total Rewards

Murray Company offers a generous total rewards package to include an Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP) contribution annually on top of a discretionary cash bonus program. Additional benefits include a 401(k) + matching, 100% company-paid medical coverage for employee (up to 2/3 for family), company provided life insurance, optional vision and dental insurance, and more.

Work Authorization

Murray Company is not sponsoring employment-based visas at this time. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on an ongoing, permanent basis without the need for current or future visa sponsorship.