Project Engineer / Assistant Project Manager

MAAS Companies • Murrieta, CA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Murrieta Valley Unified School District is seeking a Project Engineer / Assistant Project Manager to support a Project Manager on the owner's side. This role is crucial for managing the administrative and field aspects of multiple construction projects simultaneously across various school campuses. The district faces significant needs in infrastructure, including roof leaks, aging HVAC systems, and outdated classroom and lab spaces. The work involves roofs, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, safety systems, and modernization projects. The position requires meticulous attention to detail in managing project documentation, schedules, budgets, and contractor communications, especially during critical summer construction periods and ongoing campus operations with students present.

Requirements

• 2 to 5 years of experience supporting construction projects, preferably on the owner or construction management side.
• A bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience handling requests for information, submittals, and change order paperwork independently.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Proficiency in Procore or similar systems, Bluebeam, Microsoft Project or Primavera, and Excel.
• Strong written communication skills for clear and concise documentation for the District, architects, and contractors.
• Ability to work on a campus with children present and adhere to associated rules.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with K-12 school construction.
• Experience with Division of the State Architect projects.
• Experience with summer shutdown work (June-August).
• Experience with modernization and deferred maintenance projects.
• Experience with roofing, HVAC, or electrical infrastructure projects.
• OSHA 30 or OSHA 10 certification.
• Residing in or near southwest Riverside County.

Responsibilities

• Manage requests for information (RFIs), submittals, and shop drawings, including logging, routing, tracking, and follow-up.
• Prepare and maintain meeting minutes and project records to ensure a single, agreed-upon version of decisions.
• Update project schedules, including three-week look-aheads, and identify potential delays.
• Track project budgets, process contractor payment applications, and manage change order paperwork.
• Coordinate inspections with relevant authorities, including the Division of the State Architect.
• Maintain daily reports, site photos, and field records.
• Manage punch lists, warranty documents, operating manuals, and the project closeout file.
• Oversee multiple projects across several campuses concurrently, maintaining a clear understanding of each project's status.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance at low cost.
• 401k plan.
• Three weeks of paid time off (PTO).
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) at no cost, with a 3% Safe Harbor contribution vested on day one.

What This Job Offers

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