Are you looking for a fast-paced, collaborative work environment with plenty of opportunities for career growth? If so, DPSI, an established multi-discipline firm of engineering, land surveying, inspection, construction and safety professionals might have the perfect opportunity for you! We are actively recruiting for a Project Technician to join our Bakersfield office. DPSI offers an extensive benefits package, 401k options with employer matching, career development plans and more! Please review the general summary below to see if your skills would be a fit for our team.

General Summary

The Project Technician supports projects team by assisting the project manager/engineer with project related tasks such as document control, permitting, cost tracking, reviewing/formatting documents and report building.

Essential Job Function

• Provide project support to all disciplines.
• Draft project proposals and estimates for brief review by Project Managers. Compose and distribute project meeting notes, compose routine correspondence.
• Support technical staff by conducting research, compiling data, preparation of reports, coordinating efforts for bids, permit submittals and various client deliverables.
• Adheres to document control procedures by maintaining all incoming and outgoing files and project reports.
• Project cost tracking.
• Assists with report preparation and schedule tracking including light scheduling in MS Project.
• Coordinate travel arrangements for project related travel.
• Communicate directly with clients and agency staff at the direction of the project manager/engineer.
• Ability to complete tasks with limited direction and supervision.
• Expected to complete approximately 85% or more billable work per week.
• Other duties as apply

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Project, etc.).
• Operate office equipment such as copier, fax machine, scanner, telephone system, etc.
• Attention to detail.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Complete complex tasks.
• Creative thinking and problem solving.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) and 3 years of experience. Industry experience is required.

Benefits

• Employer sponsored medical, dental and vision plans
• 100% company-paid employee medical, dental, vision and life insurance as well long-term disability benefits
• Vacation / sick plans and paid holidays
• Robust 401k plan with a generous company match
• Professional development
• Collaborative, friendly fun environment for our employees to thrive in

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $32.00 - $39.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 3 years

Schedule:

• 5x8
• 9x80
• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• In-person
• Office

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Project Technician: 3 years (Required)
• coordinating bids and permit submittal: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Bakersfield, CA 93308 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Bakersfield, CA 93308: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person