Solar Project Engineer

Moss; Hana (HI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Moss, a national construction firm, is seeking a Solar Project Engineer for our Maui, HI location. You will work with the Project Manager to coordinate processes for utility-scale solar projects, track submittals, and ensure delivery of materials while aligning contract documents to avoid conflicts.

The role requires a Bachelor's in construction management or related field, plus internship experience in construction project engineering.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering or related discipline.
• 6 months to 1-year internship experience as a project engineer or assistant project engineer in the construction industry.
• Strong computer skills are a necessity, including familiarity with construction project management applications.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills and are required to interface directly with owners' representatives, the A/E team, building departments and other team members.
• Basic finance skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Participates in pre-construction activities including document control, quantity takeoffs, site investigations, value engineering, constructability reviews, Prolog setup, pre-construction scheduling, subcontractor and vendor solicitation, QC plan development, scope of work and bid package development, meetings, permits, budget presentations, mock-ups, risk mitigation.
• Coordinates project start-up including owner contract review, startup checklist, site utilization, mobilization, subcontractor/vendor selection, milestone identification, Prolog setup, schedule development, and orientation.
• Expedites materials by submittal log, fabrication and delivery scheduling, submittal/SD reviews, coordination drawings, off-site storage, owner furnished materials, fabrication status verification.
• Coordinates construction activities with Superintendent, conduct pre-construction meetings, track activity logs, participate in schedule updates, perform quality inspections, ensure safety compliance, manage material storage, attend site and team meetings.
• Facilitates project administration including subcontractor/vendor agreements, insurance/bond docs, meeting minutes, Prolog, RFIs, status reports, and compliance with company policies.

Skills

Computer skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Finance basics

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management or related

Internship in construction project engineering

Tools

PM software

Job description

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Moss is a national privately held construction firm providing innovative solutions resulting in award-winning projects. With regional offices across the United States, Moss focuses on construction management, solar EPC, design-build, and public-private partnerships. The company's diverse portfolio encompasses a wide range of sectors, including luxury high-rise residential, landmark mixed-use developments, hospitality, K-12 and higher education, justice, solar energy and battery storage, and sports. Moss is ranked by Engineering News-Record as one of the nation's top 65 general contractors, and the 3rd ranked solar EPC nationwide. Moss prides itself on a strong entrepreneurial culture that honors safety, quality, client engagement and employee development. Its employees consistently rank Moss as one of the best places to work.

POSITION SCOPE AND ORGANIZATIONAL IMPACT

Moss' Solar Project Engineers work in concert with the Project Manager and project team to drive and coordinate the various processes of building utility scale solar projects. They assist Project Managers with the planning and daily execution of the construction project. They are responsible for tracking all submittals and delivery of materials and the coordination of the contract documents to avoid potential conflict.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Participates in pre-construction activities by engaging in the following: establishes document control procedures, performs quantity takeoffs, conducts site investigation, participates in value engineering, participates in constructability review, initiates Prolog setup, monitors pre-construction schedules, assists with subcontractor & vendor solicitation, assists with development of QC plan, assists with scope of work and bid package development, documents pre-construction meetings, initiates permit process, assists with budget presentations, coordinates construction of mock ups, and reviews condo risk mitigation
• Coordinates project start-up by engaging in the following: reviews owner contract, assists with development of startup checklist and site utilization plan, coordinates mobilization, assists with subcontractor & vendor selection, identifies critical issues & milestones, finalizes Prolog set up, participates in development of construction schedule, and participates in subcontractor project orientation
• Expedites materials by engaging in the following: develops submittal log, establishes fabrication & delivery schedule, confirms delivery of materials, conducts submittal/SD review process, reviews coordination drawings, monitors materials stored off site, coordinates owner furnished materials, and verifies fabrication status
• Coordinates construction activities by engaging in the following: strategizes with Superintendent, conducts subcontractor pre-construction meetings, maintains activity tracking logs, participates in schedule updates, conducts quality control inspections, verifies field installations, ensures compliance with safety procedures and policies, coordinates storage of delivered materials, participates in daily superintendent meetings, participates in jobsite meetings, maintains material expediting log, participates in project team visits, coordinates activities with user groups, and assists with agency inspections
• Facilitates project administration by engaging in the following: expedites subcontractor and vendor agreements, assists with subcontractor and vendor insurance and bond agreements, prepares meeting agendas and minutes, assists with managing check-hold list, maintains jobsite files, processes progress photos, assists with preparation of project status reports, coordinates activities with project staff, maintains Prolog, generates correspondence, administers RFI process, and ensures compliance with company policies and procedures
• Tracks project costs by engaging in the following; processes subcontractor and vendor pay requests, assists with tracking owner payments, tracks subcontractor back charges, and updates labor cost reports
• Manages change order process by engaging in the following: creates change requests, reviews scope changes, determines schedule impacts, issues owner notification, expedites subcontractor and vendor pricing, prepares cost proposal, and negotiates proposal costs
• Manages project closeout by engaging in the following: prepares closeout log, participates in punch list process, coordinates and documents owner training, commissions building systems, prepares O & M manuals and warranties, compile As-Built Drawings, coordinates transfer of attic stock, complete subcontractor and vendor closeout, and demobilizes site
• Participates in personal career development by engaging in the following: participates in professional organizations, participates in training programs, maintains certifications and licenses, participates in mentoring programs, participates in seminars and conferences, participates in continuing education programs, participates in performance evaluation process, and monitors action plan
• Promotes company by engaging in the following: participates in community organizations, participates in Task Teams, participates in college recruiting, participates in company activities, participates in industry related organizations, participates in client presentations, participates in recognition programs, participates in training program development, supports mentoring programs, participates in general recruiting, practices core values and celebrates successes
• Performs other duties as assigned

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering or related discipline
• 6 months to one-year internship experience as a project engineer or assistant project engineer in the construction industry
• Strong computer skills are a necessity, including familiarity with construction project management applications
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills and are required to interface directly with owners' representatives, the A/E team, building departments and other team members.
• Basic finance skills are required

JOB TITLE: SOLAR PROJECT ENGINEER

CLASSIFICATION: FULL-TIME SALARY EXEMPT

JOB LOCATION: MAUI, HI

REPORTING TO: SOLAR PROJECT MANAGER

Moss is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.