Project Engineer

SUMMARY:             

The primary duties of the Project Engineer are to evaluate Project specifications and drawings, ensuring that the Company knows everything required to successfully buy out our projects. Project Engineers must aggressively follow-up with subcontractors to ensure that bids are received.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Project Engineer duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

·         Maintains status of plan reproduction

·         Solicits and maintains communication with subcontractors and vendors

·         Prepares subcontractor bid packages and Request for Proposals

·         Transmits addenda and other bid information to subcontractors

·         Ensures that we have the proper coverage from subcontractors on bid day

·         Contacts supply houses to obtain additional subcontractor bids

·         Shows creativity and resourcefulness to gain better pricing from subcontractors

·         Submits 100% of bids and budgets by the bid deadline – no exceptions

·         Enters all relevant information in Bid Spreads

·         Has a thorough understanding of the scope for specific trades assigned

·         Develops RFI's and clarifications to ensure adequate subcontractor coverage

·         Performs a comprehensive "bid day" analysis and scoping of specific assigned trades

·         Understands how to fit subs to the size/scope of project

·         Creates bid lists that fit scope of job, ensuring that we have the right subs for the project

·         Minimize exclusions by “doing our homework”

·         Include value-engineering ideas on every bid

·         Properly turns over bid documents and sub buyout information to Project Management in a timely manner.

·         Review drawings with Project Management team and highlight areas of concern

·         Review job cost with Project Management team and highlight any subs/material vendors that still need to be awarded

·         Thoroughly checks requirements to buy the proper scope

·         Awards subs in a timely manner to ensure release of materials

·         Ensures that subs are aware of (and commit to) the project schedule

·         Provide subs with as much information as possible (PM, Super, permit status, etc.)

·         Seeks & qualifies new subcontractors

·         Handle all subcontractor interactions in a manner designed to build a long term relationship.

·         Develop personal / social relationships with selective subcontractors.

·         Build strong team relationships with other departments within Garden Communities, including project management, marketing, business development, accounting, and superintendents.

·         Do whatever it takes to ensure bids and proposals are competitive.

·         Double-check all critical work deliverables to minimize mistakes.

·         Tracking as-built and coordinating municipal sign-offs to obtain performance and payment bond releases from public agencies as soon as work is complete.

·         Additional duties as may be assigned by Stuart Posnock.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations are available, upon request, to assist qualified persons with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, as needed.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

·         Bachelor’s degree in business, construction management or related field, preferred. Minimum of 1 year related experience and/ or training required.

TECHNICAL SKILLS REQUIRED:

·         To perform this job successfully, an individual should have basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

·         Must be able to lift, push, pull, and/or move up to 20 pounds.  Regularly required to sit, stand, walk or otherwise move about the property, units and rooftop, squat, open doors, climb/descend stairs. At times, may require prolonged movement about the property to accomplish inspections and/or multiple move-outs or make-readies.  Regularly performs computer work, and operates general office equipment (computer, phones, fax machine, copier or scanner) and does filing.

COMMUNICATIONS:

·         Must be able to communicate (orally and written) in a professional manner on a regular basis with prospective residents, current residents, staff, management and co-workers within the company as well as with outside vendors. Must be able to work as part of a team. Follows instructions and responds to management’s direction. Takes constructive criticism and uses it as a learning tool.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• This position has no supervisory responsibility.

ATTENDANCE AND PUNCTUALITY:

·         Is reliable and consistently at work and on time; willing to travel, and work evenings, weekends and holidays, as needed.

TRAVEL

·         Travel may be required within the Southern California Region and Arizona.

OTHER COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS FOR EFFECTIVE PERFORMANCE

·         An energetic, positive, ethical and enthusiastic leader with strong people management skills. Effective communicator, trainer and motivator. Inspires trust, respect and loyal team relationships.

·         Understands business objectives (focus on profitability, quality, professionalism, efficiency and effective use of time), and is results driven. Develops practical strategies to achieve business objectives. Makes sound business decisions.

·         Excels in a fast paced, dynamic environment; ability to adapt to changing priorities; remains organized and focused under pressure; able to meet deadlines.

·         Calmly and effectively manages conflict, difficult and/or emotional situations; focusing on resolving issues and achieving an effective solution, rather than on blame. 

·         General understanding of company’s policies and laws applicable to the conduct of business; follows and enforces such policies and laws.

·         Works independently with little or only general supervision.

·         Is accountable for the responsibilities of the position; accepts constructive criticism in a positive manner.

·         Ability to plan, budget, schedule staff and resources effectively and efficiently.

·         Treats others with respect; shows sensitivity to and respect for cultural differences; supports diverse workforce and helps to ensure a workplace and living community free from unlawful discrimination and harassment.

·         Maintains confidentiality and discretion with regard to sensitive proprietary and confidential information of Company, residents, and customers.

Pay range is $57.52/hr-$70.86/hr

GC Service Corp. is an equal opportunity employer, veterans and disabled.