What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Engineer (Plumbing, HVAC) position at Broadway Mechanical-Contractors, Inc.?
This is an full-time on-site position (office & jobsites within SF Bay Area)
Job description
The role of the Project Engineer is to assist with a plan, carry out and finalize projects according to contract scope, schedule with direction and approval from the Project Manager. The position also has the responsibility of gathering quotes for selecting, and choosing subcontractors, vendors, and consultants. Product submittals, shop drawing tracking as well as acquiring details for approval as the projects require are also the responsibility of the Project Engineer. Update documents, post RFI’s, learn how to prepare estimates and change proposals, learn how to cost code the base contract and change orders. Inspect product shipments and fabrication in the shop and field. The amount and complexity of these assignments will be proportional to the PE’s experience and skill. As the employee’s skills progress, the workload and responsibilities will increase. Upon mastering the fundamentals of these tasks the employee will be eligible to advance in classification to Assistant Project Manager (APM).
Major Responsibilities/Activities
- Build and maintain the product submittal packages based on job specifications.
- Coordinate with the engineering and detailing teams for the submittal and tracking of all shop drawings, as-built drawings, operation and maintenance manuals, commissioning reports, RFI’s and Change Orders..
- Request quotes for fixture, equipment and large material purchases prior to purchase.
- Prepare comparison spreadsheets of fixture, specialties, equipment and large material quotes for review and select vendors with the Project Manager.
- Request quotes from subcontractors and consultants for review and selection with the Project Manager.
- Prepare subcontractor contracts for review and approval by the Project Manager for execution.
- Conduct weekly site visits to verify installation conforms to submitted product drawings and specifications. Also inventory work installed, tested and completed. Copy and file Foremen Daily reports.
- Attend in-house preconstruction startup meetings.
- Attend QA/QC, Start-up and Commissioning meetings.
- Maintain Change Estimates, Transmittals, RFI’s, and other logs.
- Maintain any needed recordkeeping devices for a clear representation of the projects history.
- Communicate to superior immediately any safety, construction design, delays, cost overruns, or other elements that could give rise to disputes or claims.
- Participate in cross training for team member duties in order to assist with team members’ workloads as needed for the success of the projects.
- Process change orders.
Minimum Requirements
0 to 5 years experience in related trades of construction. BSME or BS in Construction Management preferred.
Essential Physical Functions
The Project Engineer will need to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other devices.
The Project Engineer may need to sit for long periods of time.
Field walks are also essential to learn how systems are installed and general construction of buildings. Walk the project site routinely, climbing stairs, ladders, and navigating rough or uneven surfaces.
Equipment Used
The Project Engineer will use a computer, utilizing the following programs: Excel, Word, CADD-EST, Outlook, Raken, Microsoft Project, BlueBeam, BIM360, View Point, Textura, Procor, or other software.
Must be authorized to work in the US. Candidates should be local.
- Please send résumé and cover letter to Racquel Jones: rjones@broadwaymechanical.com