Project Engineer (San Diego)

What you will be doing:

• Meets with team regularly to review production schedule and confirm all materials, equipment and resources are readily available for production to continue on schedule and within budget.
• Reviews shop drawings, design specifications, material requirements and project data through the duration of the project to ensure quality and contract specification compliance.
• Provides technical input for project work plan and scheduling. Identifying risk elements of production, materials, equipment or process that could negatively impact the budget or schedule.
• Evaluates daily production, schedule and budget projections to accurately track project performance. Documents daily activities in Company approved methods and technologies.
• Updates project schedule weekly for owner and management reporting. Attends weekly owner meetings; presents on project production status as needed.
• Perform additional assignments per management’s direction.
• Prepares and manages a three-week work plan. Notifies engineering and project management of any significant schedule changes and develops solutions to mitigate delays and cost.
• Initiates and manages all Requests for Information (RFIs), as needed by project.
• Remits accurate project quantities using assigned project cost coding to ensure project financials are accurately reported. Manages invoicing with Company accounting team regarding materials, equipment and subcontractor needs.
• Supports the team with quality assurance as needed. Reviews certificates and permits needed to perform work. Participates in all worksite tours with leadership or external parties.
• Reviews required Job Hazard Analysis (JHAs) to ensure a safe and compliance work environment for all construction personnel. Participates in all weekly safety meetings with field team and project leadership; presents field analysis as needed.
• Assists the development of design drawings and provides technical input, as needed.
• Coordinates subcontractor work methods, schedule and crews as needed.
• Reconciles job close-out checklist with owner representative and field crews at the end of the project.
• Maintains knowledge of Company values and strategic plan.

What we are looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or construction management required
• 3+ years construction engineering experience preferred
• Electrical construction experience including high voltage preferred
• Able to identify budget and project costs and recommend options to mitigate project delays
• Possess verbal, written and presentation skills
• Knowledge of design build and other alternative delivery methods
• Knowledge of financial reporting methods, quantity tracking methods and cost coding.
• Knowledge of construction scheduling and production time management preferred.
• Ability to assume responsibility, interface and communicate effectively with others.

Proficient in Microsoft Suite, Bluebeam, and AutoCAD

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer in an office environment.
• Must be able to access and navigate all areas of construction site in all types of weather.
• Prolonged periods of standing and working outside.
• Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds at times.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time exempt from overtime position. Days and hours of work will depend on production schedule.