Office Engineer

Ghafari Associates•Chicago, IL

1d•$42 - $51

About The Position

General Summary: The Office Engineer is responsible for assisting the Resident Engineer with preparation of all contract documentation and correspondence related to the project and ensures that all contract documents are forwarded to the project Field Inspectors and the Contractor. Assignment Responsibilities: The Office Engineer shall be responsible for maintaining all documentation associated with projects during construction and closeout. Responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following: Preparing and maintaining the project quantity books, review and audit inspector’s daily reports (IDRs), material inspection inquiries and project correspondence Prepare and maintain contract change orders Coordinate and process contractor’s submittals, Requests For Information, and preparation of Field Orders Tracking and coordination of material inspection inquiries (RFIMs) and project correspondence Preparation of project for pre-bid on through construction closeout Distribution and maintenance of the Issued for Construction Drawings and Specifications to team Actively participate in all progress meetings, preparation of agendas and meeting minutes Post construction, closeout documentation Maintains all project files via CM13 and SharePoint Responsible for maintaining the General Conditions Administration Plan

Requirements

2+ years of experience working on construction projects as either a field engineer or office engineer
Bachelor Science Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or equivalent
IDOT Documentation
Proficiency in basic computer programs

Responsibilities

Preparing and maintaining the project quantity books
Review and audit inspector’s daily reports (IDRs)
Material inspection inquiries and project correspondence
Prepare and maintain contract change orders
Coordinate and process contractor’s submittals, Requests For Information, and preparation of Field Orders
Tracking and coordination of material inspection inquiries (RFIMs) and project correspondence
Preparation of project for pre-bid on through construction closeout
Distribution and maintenance of the Issued for Construction Drawings and Specifications to team
Actively participate in all progress meetings, preparation of agendas and meeting minutes
Post construction, closeout documentation
Maintains all project files via CM13 and SharePoint
Responsible for maintaining the General Conditions Administration Plan

Benefits

At Ghafari, we offer a robust benefits package designed to support your overall wellbeing.
In addition to a competitive salary, eligible employees receive Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Teladoc, Employee Assistance Program, Professional License Reimbursement, Educational Assistance, Voluntary Pet Insurance, Parental Leave, Paid Time Off, and 8 Paid Holidays.
The hourly pay rate for this position is $42.00 to $51.00.
Individual pay is based on factors such as relevant experience, job-related skills, education, and training.
Since 1982, Ghafari Associates has taken a personal approach to highly technical projects in complex markets including: aviation, manufacturing, healthcare, retail, hospitality, K-12 and higher education.
As a global team of engineers, architects, process designers, and consultants we blend insight with technological innovation helping clients elevate their efficiency, sustainability, and impact.
Continuously rated a Top Workplace to Work , Crain’s Cool Place to Work , and a Best and Brightest company to work for in the US, Ghafari has made a name for itself through our culture, employee benefits, and portfolio of projects .
Over a quarter of Ghafari employees have diverse identities that are championed by our growing approach to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
Ghafari supports hybrid and in-office work environments.
Through career mapping, Ghafari employees are encouraged to seek licensure, coached for knowledge growth, and provided opportunities for management and mentorship roles if interested.
Our robust internship program recognizes undergraduate and graduate students from across the world, having an over 90% success rate of hiring our interns after graduation.
Join our team and work on forward-thinking projects all around the world.
Ghafari’s global reach creates an environment where individuals can build professional relationships while building sustainable and cutting-edge facilities.
Are you ready to take that leap? Apply Now!
Ghafari Associates, LLC is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities in the employment application process.
If you need an accommodation due to a disability in order to use our online system to apply for a position at Ghafari Associates, LLC, you may apply for positions in the following ways: Connect to our job portal (https://ghafari.jobs) By fax at 313.436.8624; Attn: Human Resources By mail at 17101 Michigan Avenue, Dearborn, MI 48126; Attn: Human Resources In person at 17101 Michigan Avenue, Dearborn, MI 48126. By email at [email protected] If there are any questions or additional accommodations that are required, please contact 313.441.3000 for assistance.
It is Ghafari Associates, LLC’s policy not to discriminate in its employment and personnel practices because of a person’s race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, weight, height, marital, pregnancy or parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, status as a qualified individual with a disability or a protected veteran, or any other classification protected by federal, state or local law or ordinance.