What are the responsibilities and job description for the Office Engineer I (Airport) position at Element Consulting?
Synopsis
The Wayfinding Office Engineer reports to the Wayfinding Project Manager and is responsible for
assisting the Project Manager with managing the scope, schedule and operational interfaces of all
design and construction-related activities for TDIP’s Wayfinding Project.
Position Description Summary
The Wayfinding Office Engineer provides a broad spectrum of technical and administrative duties
primarily associated with submittal and Request for Information (RFI) management as well as
construction management support. Supports the project management team (project manager,
assistant PM, construction manager, design manager, etc.).
Key Identifiers for the Position
Essential Job Duties
Professional Experience Level/Other Qualifications
Education/Training
Element-Specific Requirements/Notes
The Wayfinding Office Engineer reports to the Wayfinding Project Manager and is responsible for
assisting the Project Manager with managing the scope, schedule and operational interfaces of all
design and construction-related activities for TDIP’s Wayfinding Project.
Position Description Summary
The Wayfinding Office Engineer provides a broad spectrum of technical and administrative duties
primarily associated with submittal and Request for Information (RFI) management as well as
construction management support. Supports the project management team (project manager,
assistant PM, construction manager, design manager, etc.).
Key Identifiers for the Position
- Technical/Construction background with experience in an operating/active environment
- Knowledge in design and construction contracting practices and methodologies
- Knowledge and experience in the project design life cycle from Concept to Project Definition ook to Permit to Bulletins
- Knowledge and experience in the project construction life cycle from Pre-Construction to
- estimating/buyout to phasing to implementation to Closeout
- Maintaining an excellent working relationship with the design and construction professionals
- geared towards open communications and mutual problem solving in the best interest of the
- project and all other parties involved
- Contributing to a high level of team morale through professionalism that reflects well on the
- project team, external stakeholders and LAWA/internal stakeholders
Essential Job Duties
- Manage and maintain all project documentation, including RFIs, submittals, change orders, meeting minutes, and daily reports.
- Track, log, and monitor contractor submittals to ensure timely review and distribution to design teams and project stakeholders.
- Prepare, process, and follow up on Requests for Information (RFIs), ensuring prompt communication of responses to all relevant parties.
- Update and maintain RFI and submittal logs in PMWeb, ensuring accuracy and compliance with project requirements.
- Maintain organized hard‑copy and electronic project files; oversee document and submittal management systems.
- Work with contractors to ensure drawings and project documents are posted and updated in a timely manner.
- Distribute documents, submittals, and RFIs for review; track review comments, compile responses, obtain management approval, and issue formal responses to contractors.
- Coordinate with contractors, design teams, inspectors, and project managers to support clear and consistent information flow.
- Assist in preparing construction meeting agendas, presentations, and action item logs.
- Support field operations by coordinating with field engineers and superintendents to maintain alignment between project documentation and field activities.
- Ensure proper filing, organization, and archiving of all project records in accordance with LAWA project standards.
- Manipulate various electronic file formats to create exhibits, graphics, and supporting materials for meetings and presentations.
- Perform additional project support duties as assigned, including attending and documenting project meetings, writing agendas and minutes, expediting processes, and maintaining expediting logs.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Bluebeam
- Experience with Project Management Implementation Systems; ability to work in PM Web preferred
Professional Experience Level/Other Qualifications
- Five years or more experience, preferably on airport projects or environments
- Excellent written and oral communication skills and a thorough knowledge of industry practices and regulations
Education/Training
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or other related field
- Optional certifications may include AAAE, LEED, PE, PMP, AICP, etc. or any other relevant professional license or certifications.
Element-Specific Requirements/Notes
- May assume other duties as required/needed
- Maybe required to work past regular work shift
- Maybe required to work various shifts as needed
- LAWA will provide a desktop computer that can be VPN’d into or a laptop computer
- Consultant MUST have a company-provided laptop computer. This is required for company business and to VPN into LAWA system when away from the office as necessary
- Cell phone provided by consultant is required
- This is NOT a work from home position
- This is a salaried position based on 40 hours per week at the applicable all-in labor rate.
- This is a Monday-Friday full-time position in the office or on the project site at LAX
- After hours or weekend work may be required to perform the duties of the position. This shall be considered part of the salary
Why Choose Element Consulting?
Element Consulting is a construction management company dedicated to providing clients with responsible and innovative solutions to their project needs, from inception to completion. Based out of El Segundo, CA, the firm offers program, project, and construction management services. We invite you to join us in 'Bringing the Right Elements Together for Our Clients' Success.'
Salary : $75,000 - $95,000