Senior Project Engineer

Gafcon PM-CM LLC; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Employer-Paid Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Account

401(k) with Employer Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Learning & Development

Job summary

Gafcon PM-CM LLC in California seeks a Senior Project Engineer to lead field and project engineering activities within our Project and Construction Management team. You will review drawings, manage submittals, and coordinate with consultants, inspectors, and clients to keep projects on schedule and within scope.

You will mentor junior staff, support bid processes, establish master schedules, and ensure adherence to Gafcon standards and client expectations throughout all phases of construction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in CM, architecture, or engineering.
• 3–5 years’ design or construction experience.
• Understand construction processes, cost estimating, scheduling, and contract administration.
• Ability to interpret contracts and modifications for cost.
• Strong written and verbal communication; teamwork and client interaction.
• Proficient with MS Office; PMIS familiarity (Unifier, Prolog, Procore, PM Web).

Responsibilities

• Understand project scope, contract docs, drawings, specs, and regulatory requirements.
• Provide leadership and technical guidance to the project team to resolve issues.
• Coordinate design drawings, specifications, and track changes.
• Review submittals and manage document control in the DMS.
• Coordinate client consultants and cost estimation with the estimator.
• Assist bidding: prepare bid packages, addenda, and respond to RFIs.
• Collect required documents post-award and conduct preconstruction conference.
• Maintain up-to-date project information in PMIS and reports.
• Ensure projects meet Gafcon standards and client expectations.
• Monitor progress, review progress payments, and coordinate inspections.
• Assist with project closeout and training with client representatives.

Skills

Project leadership

Cost estimation

Contract administration

Submittal review

MS Office

PMIS knowledge

AutoCAD

Revit

Education

Bachelor's in CM/engineering/architecture

Tools

Unifier

Prolog

Procore

PM Web

P6

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Gafcon is a leading program, project, and construction management firm dedicated to delivering innovative solutions that improve communities throughout California. We partner with public and private sector clients to successfully plan, manage, and deliver complex projects.

The Opportunity

The Senior Project Engineer is responsible for field and project engineering, quality control, contract administration, shop drawing and submittal review, schedule review and related support functions for Gafcon’s Project and Construction Management Team.The ideal Senior Project Engineer will take on leadership roles within the project team and be involved in strategic planning and managing more complex projects.

What You Will Do – Essential Responsibilities

• Develop a strong understanding of the role that Gafcon is to serve for our clients, including a thorough understanding of each project’s scope of work, contract documents including drawings, specifications, design, and construction contract(s) as well as regulatory requirements associated with each project
• Provide leadership, guidance, and technical expertise to the project team, to resolve any issues that may arise and making critical decisions to keep the project on track
• Coordinate and review design drawings and specifications, update as-builts and track design changes
• Review submittals, log and upload submissions to the document management system and manage the document control system
• Manage the work of the client’s consultants including the geotechnical engineers, surveyor, sub-surface imaging, deputy inspectors, testing and special inspectors, architects, and other required consultants
• Coordinate development of cost estimates with the estimator. Provide technical assistance as required
• Coordinate/assist the bidding process including assembling bidding documents and preparing bid packages. Review and prepare responses to bid phase requests for information/clarification; prepare and issue addenda; prepare the agenda and attend the pre-bid conference and job walk; attend the bid opening and record bid results. Review bid packages, perform due diligence and prepare bid evaluation
• Collect all required documents from contractor after award (i.e., insurance certificates, bonds, agreement, etc.). Prepare and conduct the preconstruction conference with the contractor and key subcontractors
• Maintain accurate up to date project information in Project Management Information System (PMIS). Assist with maintenance of computerized project reports as required
• Assist with management of all projects to ensure that projects are completed in accordance with Gafcon’s standards and client expectations
• Change Order Management: Review entitlement, evaluate potential costs and schedule impacts, log, and track contractor-submitted change order requests and potential change orders, and provide recommendations as directed. Follow-up with contractor with missing backup information or clarifications
• Review contractor’s requests for Information, log, and monitor design team’s responses. Ensure that RFIs are issued with clarity and the design team responds expeditiously and appropriately
• Assist in the establishment of a master schedule to ensure that the project is completed within agreed upon time and cost constraints. Review contractor’s baseline schedule and provide comments. Review monthly schedule updates and comments
• Monitor construction progress to ensure that projects are completed in compliance with agreed upon quality standards and specifications
• Assist with review of contractor’s progress payment applications and supporting documentation
• Assist with monitoring of required field testing and inspections. Maintain logs and upload reports onto project documentation management system
• Assist with review and maintenance of contractor’s safety measures including barricades, fences, safety tape, signage, temporary facilities, and staging areas. Ensure the general public are within safety areas and not on the construction site
• Monitor contractor’s Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan Best Management Practices and dust control measures
• Assist with commissioning of projects with the Project Commissioning Team
• Coordinate project closeout, including the coordination of required training with appropriate client representatives. Review all contractor closeout submittals as required for turnover to the client. Manage warranty request from the client and coordinate necessary repair work
• Serve as technical expert in the project scope and provide guidance on complex technical issues

Secondary Responsibilities

• Maintain a positive attitude, foster a team approach and culture on the project
• Personal development through GafCollege attendance, professional organization memberships, continuing education, professional registration, and certification achievement
• Other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities

The Senior Project Engineer does not have any direct reports but will serve as a mentor to other Project Coordinators and Project Engineers.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, architecture, or engineering (AEC) or equivalent combination of technical training and related experience
• 3-5 years’ experience in design and/or construction experience preferred
• Working knowledge of the principals of the construction process, plan review, cost estimating, scheduling, and contract administration required
• Accurately interpret construction contractual documents and contract modifications to determine cost
• Accurately analyze situations and assist in developing cost estimates
• Possess proficient oral and written communication and presentation skills with the ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of people with diverse backgrounds of all levels and disciplines
• Develop and maintain positive, cooperative, team-oriented relationships with co-workers, supervisors, managers, clients, and others in contact with the job
• Strong customer service skills, ability to assess customer needs, and ensure delivery/receipt of service when appropriate.
• Efficiently and effectively handle multiple and shifting priorities
• Proficient in MS Office Suite and knowledgeable with PMIS (Unifier, Prolog, Procore, PM Web, and/or eBuilder). P6, AutoCAD and/or Revit experience is preferred

Gafcon PM-CM LLC reserves the right to periodically redefine your roles and responsibilities based on the requirements of the organization and/or your performance. As a condition of employment Gafcon PM-CM LLC will require proof of your legal ability to work in the United States and conduct a background check.

Benefits Overview

At Gafcon, we believe our people are our greatest asset. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, financial well-being, and professional growth of our employees and their families.

Depending on employment status and eligibility, Gafcon benefits may include Medical, Dental, Vision, Employer-Paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Account (HSA), Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DCFSA), Commuter Benefits, Legal Assistance Resources, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance, Paid Vacation, Sick Time, Holidays, 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match, Employee Stock Purchase Program, Employee Referral Program, Learning and Development Opportunities, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and Years of Service Awards.

Compensation Disclaimer

Gafcon's compensation range for this opportunity is outlined in the initial section of this job posting. Individual pay decisions will vary based on the candidate's experience, qualifications, and market conditions. While we strive to provide competitive compensation within our range, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at, or near, the top of the salary range. Our approach considers various factors including external market data, internal equity considerations, and the candidate's experience. Gafcon also offers a comprehensive benefits package as part of our overall compensation strategy.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Gafcon PM-CM LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.