Project Engineer

Staples Construction is growing. We are looking for a full-time Project Engineer. This position will be onsite full-time at our Ventura, CA office. The ideal candidate will have work experience on US based projects and a degree within the construction industry.

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

The Project Engineer is the link between the jobsite, office, design team, and project ownership, by performing contract administration support, tracking and document control; leading the submittal, RFI and change order processes; interpreting drawings and specifications; developing subcontracts; assisting in quality control; tracking labor, materials and equipment; procuring permits; and ensuring the integrity of the project plan. The Project Engineer must understand all details of the project to ensure that nothing is overlooked and that all project objectives and goals are accomplished on time and within budget. The ideal candidate will have field experience for a minimum of 1 year (internships account for this time as well).

TYPICAL DUTIES:

• Develop full understanding of the scope and interdependence of all contract documents.
• Observe and record jobsite activity in accordance with required contractual frequency.
• Manage effective document control mechanisms for the project to ensure that work is performed in accordance with contract documents.
• Work with Project Manager to prepare, administer, and process subcontracts.
• Work with Project Manager to evaluate change order requests including design changes, specifications and drawing releases and reports status.
• Assist Project Manager and Superintendent in planning work schedule and arranging for assignment of project personnel, if requested. Advise Project Manager of potential problems, work interferences, and schedule difficulties and assist in circumventing/resolving such problems as required.
• Work with Project Manager to evaluate submittals of shop drawings, material data and samples and facilitates appropriate action based upon contract specifications. Responsible for input of all submittals into CM Software (Procore). Process and track submittals through Contract Manager for upcoming jobs.
• Work with Project Manager to review and process as-built drawings to ensure that all changes during the course of construction are recorded.
• Review the project schedule and assist Superintendent and Scheduler in the maintenance of it as requested.
• Participate in schedule development related to submittals and long lead items. Prioritize contract release to meet schedule.
• Manage the request for information (RFI) process in order to facilitate the timely exchange of information between designer, owner, and contractor.
• Assist Project Manager in the maintenance of effective cost control mechanisms for the project.
• Complete project close out requirements in accordance with contract documents.
• Coordinate meeting agendas, prepare minutes and follow up on action items. Represent company/project in meetings with clients, subcontractors and consultants as required and directed. Ensure meeting minutes are accurate and timely.
• Compose and/or edit letters, memos, reports, and procedures as required.
• Work with Project Manager and Superintendents to collect, evaluate, and approve subcontractor invoices and prepare contractor application for payment.
• Track and collect payment lien releases as required.
• Administer quality control program as outlined in the project procedures manual.
• Become familiar with safety requirements of the project and monitor compliance.
• Utilize safe work practices and follow directives, policies and procedures for assisting and maintaining a healthy and safe work environment.
• Maintain effective and professional relationships with owners, architects, engineers and contractors. Act as a liaison between Owners, Architect, Subcontractors, Project Management, home office management, and other departments.
• Assist with bidding including the following; responsibility may include creating and verifying the subcontractor invitation list, ensuring a minimum of three subs per trade, establishing and qualifying the list of subcontractors to bid on respective jobs, distributing instruction to bidders, follow up and receipt of bids and breakdown of scope and cost.
• Perform additional assignments per Supervisor.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to represent the company in a professional manner.
• Great communication skills – ability to communicate expectations and ensure accountability to those expectations.
• Knowledge and understanding of construction and engineering related processes, as well as industry practices.
• Knowledge and understanding of the roles and interdependence between the contractor, designer, owner and construction manager.
• Knowledge, thorough understanding, and management of construction documentation (contracts, change orders, submittals, RFIs, etc.).
• Excellent communication, organizational and supervisory skills.
• Effective computer skills including proficient use of Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe, and PowerPoint software required, and skills with project management and scheduling database software preferred.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to build and maintain effective interpersonal relationships.
• Ability to demonstrate the competencies of achieving results, initiative, teamwork and analytical thinking.
• Commitment to honesty, integrity, quality of work and customer satisfaction
• Must be organized, disciplined, and have excellent planning skills.
• Must have an unrestricted driver’s license

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE INCLUDE:

• Must have a bachelor degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, Architecture or related from an accredited four-year university or college; or,
• Minimum of 4 years work experience in construction field with specific knowledge and experience managing submittals, RFIs, meeting minutes, and other items listed above.

WORKPLACE CIVILITY RULES:

• Represents the company with a positive attitude internally and externally
• Participates fully as a team member, completing all requirements assigned in a timely manner
• Treats all employees, clients, subcontractors and vendors with dignity and respect
• Works cohesively with team members and all co-workers, displaying a positive attitude through behaviors and supportive problem solving and communication skills both orally and in writing
• Acts in a professional manner at all times to maintain a positive work environment in accordance with Staples Construction's Harassment policy and Workplace Violence procedures
• Drug Free Workplace

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:

• On occasion, may be required to lift, manipulate, and carry items of up to 20 pounds without assistance
• Will regularly be required to walk over uneven or unpaved ground to reach a work site in construction zones
• Will be exposure to outside elements
• Must wear approved Personal Protective Equipment
• May be required to work schedules which may include shift work, such as: day shift, swing-shift, graveyard, holiday and/or weekend shifts
• Regularly required to: sit, stand, stoop, reach overhead, walk, bend,
• Regularly required to repetitively use hands to push, pull, use fingers, bend and twist wrists
• Must have the ability to see small details and at objects at a distance
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus

This position is based in the Southern California Area with travel throughout Southern California – 10% travel.