Office Engineer

Keish Environmental • Southern California, CA

12d • Hybrid

About The Position

Keish Environmental is looking for a self-motivated, enthusiastic individual to join our team as an Office Engineer in Southern California for upcoming projects starting in the Spring/Summer of 2027. This senior-level role involves working with government and private clients to ensure projects adhere to contract documents, plans, and specifications.

Requirements

• Minimum five years of experience in construction management of highways or major public works projects as an architect's, engineer's, or owner's representative.
• OR five years as a construction superintendent on infrastructure highway and major public works projects.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field from an ABET-accredited school.
• OR a master's or doctorate degree in Engineering, Construction Management from an ABET-accredited program.
• Possession of a valid Engineer-in-Training certificate can substitute for the required education.
• Current CA Professional Engineer license (preferred) or Engineer-in-Training.
• Valid Construction General Permit
• Qualified SWPPP Practitioner (QSP) and/or Developer (QSD) certification preferred.
• Knowledge of: Construction materials and methods, building trades, safety codes, concrete and steel construction, soil compaction, and MEP systems.
• Ability to: Detect poor quality materials/workmanship, read and interpret plans, perform field tests, calculate material quantities, and prepare comprehensive reports.

Nice To Haves

• 5+ years of inspection experience in bridge, highway, and roadway projects.
• Experience with Federal Aid projects.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to work independently and with diverse teams.
• Flexibility to work nights and weekends as needed.
• Strong technical reading, writing, and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage a team overseeing large-scale public infrastructure projects.
• Provide technical inspection and ensure construction compliance.
• Handle contract management, scheduling, and budgeting.
• Travel to work sites for meetings, inspections, and client advisories.
• Work primarily on-site in a Los Angeles or Long Beach area project office.

Benefits

• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Long-Term Disability).
• 401(k) with company match.
• Nine paid holidays plus accrued vacation.
• Flexible work hours and location.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior