Senior Structures Representative

Ghirardelli Associates; Pleasanton (CA); On-site; USD 117,096 - 144,648; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive PTO

9 Paid Holidays

Generous Education Allowance

Bonus Programs

Company Vehicle (depending on assignment)

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Plan

Flexible Spending Plan (FSA)

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Wellness Rewards Program

Life Insurance

Profit Sharing

401(k) Plan (employer matching program)

Job summary

Ghirardelli Associates is hiring a Senior Structures Representative in Santa Clara County. This role focuses on providing technical oversight and contract administration of construction projects, including supervision of inspectors and coordination of transportation structure work.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering, over 20 years of construction management experience, and a PE registration in California. Competitive pay ranges from $85 to $105 per hour.

Qualifications

• 20+ years of construction management experience on heavy civil engineering projects.
• Caltrans experience preferred.
• Familiarity with Caltrans structures construction projects and their standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical oversight and contract administration of construction projects.
• Ensure compliance with construction contracts and shop drawings.
• Prepare reports, opinions, and recommendations for review.

Skills

Contract administration and documentation

Attention to detail

Verbal communication skills

Written communication skills

Independence in decision-making

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Registered Professional Engineer (PE) in California

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

Ghirardelli Associates is a full‑service construction management firm with 25 years of experience in California, providing cutting‑edge solutions and exceptional service. They are looking to hire a Senior Structures Representative in Santa Clara County.

Associate Perks

• Competitive PTO
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Generous Education Allowance
• Bonus Programs
• Company Vehicle (depending on assignment)
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Plan
• Flexible Spending Plan (FSA)
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Wellness Rewards Program
• Life Insurance
• Profit Sharing
• 401(k) Plan (employer matching program)

Position Summary

The Senior Structures Representative provides technical oversight and contract administration of construction projects, including inspection, planning, scheduling, and coordination of bridge and transportation structure work, supervising inspectors, surveyors, and materials testers, and documenting project progress and payments.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with construction contracts and shop drawings prepared by the contractor.
• Verify field dimensions, vertical and horizontal control for structures.
• Oversee staff performing daily field inspections.
• Prepare daily diaries and maintain inspection records.
• Review submittals, shop drawings, product data, samples, test samples, and QA plans submitted by the contractor.
• Assist Resident Engineer responding to RFIs from the contractor.
• Verify compliance with regulations including CAL/OSHA and SWPPP.
• Work independently and make decisions on construction field office matters.
• Inspect construction progress, ensuring procedures and materials comply with specifications and acceptable workmanship.
• Prepare reports, opinions, and recommendations for review by team leaders and clients.
• Ensure conformance with standards, engineering practices, codes, and technical adequacy of design and construction.
• Stay updated on new methods and developments.
• General office administration, including report reproduction, collation, and deliveries.
• Perform calculations and acceptance of temporary structures for bridge construction.
• Assist in preparing contract change orders, estimates, progress pay estimates, and other project documents.
• Coordinate sampling and testing of construction materials.
• Prepare final as‑built drawings.
• Perform constructability reviews.

Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• 20+ years of construction management experience on heavy civil engineering projects, focusing on structural elements.
• Caltrans experience preferred.
• Experience administering Caltrans structures construction projects and familiarity with their standards.
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE) in California (required).
• In‑depth understanding of structural design and construction (bridges, retaining walls, culverts).
• Proficient in contract administration and documentation, with excellent attention to detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel).
• Ability to work independently and make decisions in the field office.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ghirardelli Associates is an equal‑opportunity employer. All aspects of employment are based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other status protected under law.

Compensation

Engineer III – Wage Range: $85.00 – $105.00 per hour.