Senior Project Engineer

Truebeck Construction, Inc.; San Mateo (CA); On-site; USD 112,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

Truebeck Construction is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to independently manage significant scopes on large jobs and to provide essential project engineering support across the team. The Sr.

PE enables the Project Manager to focus on multiple projects while maintaining strong relationships with owners and subcontractors. Responsibilities include coordinating with architects, designers, owners, and field staff; supervising staff; monitoring budgets and schedules; and overseeing submittals,

Qualifications

• Graduate of a four-year degree in construction management, construction science or civil engineering.
• 3–5 years experience with a General Contractor.
• Proficient with computer software including MS Word, Excel, and MS Project.
• Experience with Project Controls software (Timberline, Prolog or equal).
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit, and/or Primavera scheduling software is a plus.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem solving skills.
• Good oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with project architects, designers, owners, subcontractors and field personnel.
• Manage project subcontractors including coordination and procurement of materials and equipment.
• May supervise staff by establishing and communicating performance expectations and providing feedback.
• May work with the project Superintendent to manage project schedule and execution.
• Manage and process submittals, RFIs, Change Orders, billings, and subcontractor invoices.
• Monitor budget and project costs and assist with estimates.
• Ensure work complies with codes, drawings, and specifications.
• Maintain project quality control measures and report issues.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Problem solving

Team leadership

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management, construction science or civil engineering

Tools

MS Word

Excel

MS Project

Timberline

Prolog

AutoCAD

Revit

Primavera

Job description

Truebeck Construction is an industry-leading General Contractor serving Fortune 100 companies throughout the West Coast. Founded in the Bay Area, Truebeck has grown to five offices in California, Oregon and Washington. With annual revenue exceeding $1B, Truebeck is one of the top General Contractors in each of the markets we serve. Truebeck provides best-in-­class services and builds award‑winning projects in the commercial, healthcare, life science, mission‑critical, education, multi‑family, and interiors sectors. Truebeck has developed an impressive portfolio of projects—for prominent companies like Apple, Bloomberg, Meta, Uber, Genentech, and Gilead—and has a long history of consistent growth and profitability.

Our Culture

At Truebeck, a core value is: business and life are all about people. In the office and on the job site, we put people first. Truebeck is consistently ranked as one of the Best Places to Work by local Business Journals, and year after year, we win Excellence in Safety Awards. Our culture is caring, and you'll see this shine through in employee benefits and opportunities for growth and advancement. We also give back to our community in meaningful ways, and you'll feel proud to work for a firm that has received the highest recognition as a Top Corporate Philanthropist.

Purpose

The Senior Project Engineer (Sr. PE) independently manages significant scopes of work for large jobs and a full range of project engineer competencies on smaller jobs. The Sr. PE enables the Project Manager to spread attention to other projects without harming the progress of the project or the relationships with the owners or subcontractors. Sr. PEs are also responsible for providing service to the team at a level where mistakes pose some risk to Truebeck.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Project Management

• Coordinate with project architects, designers, owners, subcontractors and field personnel in an efficient and least-­disruptive manner.
• Manage project subcontractors including coordination and procurement of materials and equipment.
• May supervise staff by establishing and communicating performance expectations and providing positive and constructive feedback.
• May be responsible for working with the project Superintendent in managing and implementing project schedule.
• Manage and process submittals, Requests for Information (RFIs), Change Order Requests, billings, and subcontractor and vendor invoices.
• Monitor budget and cost and assist with project cost estimates.
• Assist project Superintendent to ensure work complies with applicable codes, drawings, and specifications.
• Monitor and track project quality control measures on a regular basis, and raising issues to Project Manager or Superintendent as appropriate.
• Any other task or duty as assigned or required.

Business Development

• Train and supervise Project Engineers and Intern Project Engineers as necessary.
• Act as the key interface between field and management staff.
• Develop a growing profile in industry associations (AGC, DBIA) and events.
• Identify opportunities for additional business with clients.
• Enhance company relationship with client and architect through competence, professionalism, and attention to client’s needs.

Knowledge, Education, And Experience

• Graduate of a four-­year degree program in construction management, construction science or civil engineering.
• Three to five years previous experience working for a General Contractor.
• Full knowledge of computer software, i.e. MS Word, Excel, Project.
• Experience with Project Controls software (Timberline, Prolog or equal).
• Working knowledge of Autocad, Revit, and/or Primavera scheduling software a plus.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem solving skills.
• Good oral and written communication skills.

Skills And Specifications

• Have a firm handle on the project, great communication, and problem solving skills.
• Show strong commitment to the project and team requirements.
• Demonstrate the desire to go above and beyond regular activities.
• Show understanding in development and management of all contract documents; prime contracts, subcontracts, plans, and specifications.
• Show understanding in building systems and how to manage the coordination between various trades and pieces.
• Able to prioritize issues and address those that are most critical to the success of the project.

Range of base pay is $112,000-$132,000.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The incumbent typically works in a construction environment where duties will be performed indoors and outdoors. While performing the duties of this Job, the incumbent is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions; extreme cold and extreme heat. The employee is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals; risk of electrical shock and risk of vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to very loud. Overtime may be required to meet project deadlines. The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle or feel, operate a computer keyboard, mouse and other business machines; reach and bend with arms and hands; use eyes to see close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and to adjust focus; climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; stand, walk, talk, and hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit and lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Truebeck Construction is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate differences and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees.