Project Engineer (Bakersfield)

Construction

Job Details

Job Title

Project Engineer (Bakersfield)

State

California

City

Bakersfield

Discipline

Construction

Primary Background

Project Engineer

Sector/Industry

Submittals, RFIs, Procore, Change Orders, Multifamily, Industrial, Commercial

Job ID

7834

Description

Must Have Qualifications

  • Bachelors degree in construction management or related field.
  • 1-3 years of experience in vertical construction project management or engineering, preferably in commercial, multi-family, industrial, institutional, agricultural, or aerospace building construction.
  • Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, and techniques.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
  • Commitment to safety, quality, and customer satisfaction.
  • Proficiency in construction project management software and tools such as Microsoft Office Suite, ProCore, and Build Pro.


Top Skills / Key Job Responsibilities
 

PROJECT INITIATION

  • Facilitate the initial setup of the project within Procore Construction Management Software
  • Input initial cost worksheet and Submittal Log under Project Manager guidance and approval.
  • Aid in drafting contracts alongside the PM.
  • Prepare the project setup for PM review.
  • Compile and draft procurement schedule for long lead items.
  • Coordinate distribution of “For Construction” Documents


DAILY ADMINISTRATIVE TASKS

  • Support PM in overall project coordination.
  • Generate transmittals for all outgoing correspondence and project documents.
  • Record and maintain meeting minutes.
  • Ensure timely submission of procurement for long lead items.
  • Prepare Change Management documentation including RFI’s, RFP’s, COR’s, CO’s, and CIC’s for PM review before dispatch
  • Update construction schedule (PM drafting)
  • Research and validate RFI’s, consulting with the superintendent, and draft for PM review.
  • Prepare progress billing drafts for PM review and approval.
  • Monitor and ensure field updates for As-Builts
  • Coordinate shop drawings and plan revisions with relevant subcontractors.


ADDITIONAL OFFICE RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Handle incoming and outgoing phone calls.
  • Organize and maintain project documents.
  • Update office As-Builts to reflect current conditions based on RFI’s, Bulletins, etc.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Excel, and Microsoft Office Suite


PROJECT CLOSEOUT

  • Manage punch lists.
  • Compile As-Builts
  • Assist in the completion of O&M manuals and warranty documentation.