Senior Project Engineer - K-12 DSA Specialist

Kitchell; San Mateo (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Kitchell seeks an experienced and dedicated Senior Project Engineer to join our Bay Area region in San Mateo County and build a long-term career at one of the most innovative and growth-oriented building companies in the United States.

Based in San Mateo County, this site-based role focuses on providing project management services for K-12 education projects under Division of State Architect oversight, with opportunities to advance within a collaborative, growth-minded organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or Architecture preferred.
• 4 or more years of related work experience in construction is required.
• Experience with Division of State Architect (DSA) project requirements strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops full understanding of the scope and interdependence of all contract documents.
• Observes and records jobsite activity in accordance with required contractual frequency.
• Assist with managing effective document control mechanisms to ensure work aligns with contract documents.
• Evaluates change order requests including design changes and drawings releases.
• Evaluates submittals of shop drawings, material data and samples per contract specs.
• Reviews and processes as-built drawings showing changes during construction.
• Reviews project schedule and assists PM with maintenance of it.
• Assist with RFI process to facilitate timely information exchange.
• Assists PM with cost control mechanisms for the project.
• Coordinates meeting agendas, prepares minutes and follows up on action items.
• Supports safe work practices and maintains a healthy work environment.
• Maintains professional relationships with owners, architects, engineers, and contractors.
• Executes additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Project coordination

Verbal communication

Written communication

Reading blueprints

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CM/Engineering/Architecture

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

Microsoft Office

Job description

Kitchell seeks an experienced and dedicated Senior Project Engineer to join our Bay Area region in San Mateo County and build a long-term career at one of the most innovative and growth-oriented building companies in the United States.

Based in San Mateo County, this site-based role focuses on providing project management services for K-12 education projects under Division of State Architect oversight, with opportunities to advance within a collaborative, growth-minded organization.