Project Engineer I (LAX)

COLAS•Brea, CA

60d•$80,000 - $95,000

About The Position

Sully-Miller Contracting Co., the Colas USA subsidiary that operates throughout Southern California, is a company with over 100 years in the construction industry. Since 1923, Sully-Miller has become one of the premier construction contractors in Southern California, building much of the region's infrastructure including airports, seaports, rail and intermodal, military/federal, roads, highways, and specialty projects. To learn more about Sully-Miller Contracting Co. visit www.sully-miller.com. The Colas USA Family of Companies provides competitive pay, outstanding benefits, career advancement opportunities, professional education, and extensive training for every employee. We pride ourselves on upholding the highest standards of safety, environmental conservation, and ethical conduct as we strive to grow our infrastructure products and services through empowering and developing our people, fostering innovation, utilizing new technology, and maximizing vertical integration at all levels of the company's value chain. To learn more about the Colas USA Family of Companies, please visit www.colasusa.com. Job Summary Assist in the management of project(s) by means of cost management and analysis, scheduling, billings and project management. Perform field and office engineering, administrative and technical duties.

Requirements

4 year degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business or Equivalent Experience or Combination
Computer Skills: Excel, Word, JD Edwards, Heavy Job
Valid Drivers' License and ability to maintain a clean driving record.
Self-Starter
Multi-tasking
Excellent math and communication skills
Ability to read and understand construction drawings
Good organizational skills
Ability to utilize hands and fingers in order to type and carry reports
Ability to stand, walk, and reach with arms and hands throughout the workday
Ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, and crouch
Ability to see clearly or with assistance via necessary correction
Must be able to drive to various locations
Ability to walk on uneven surface
Ability to speak on telephone

Responsibilities

Assist Superintendent(s) and project managers with project operations, schedules, and cost management
Analyze project(s) costs through Heavyjob and JD Edwards
Review timecards in Heavyjob and make corrections as needed
Verify and approve vendor payables, track vendor quantities through timesheets and physical accounting, JD Edwards and On-Base
Assist in producing monthly billing estimates for agency and subcontractors
Assist with the development of project(s) long term and short-term schedule
Communicate with agency(s), superintendent(s), subcontractor(s), foremen, estimator(s)
Attend with project team pre-job and weekly meetings with agencies/owners, take meeting minutes
Assist in coordinating subcontractor/vendors in accordance with project schedule
Establish and maintain both cost report and billing quantities in Heavyjob and JD Edwards
Assist the Project Manager with extra work billings
Assist the Project Manager with final pay quantities and project closeout procedures
Compile all submittals and RFIs, review against the contract documents and timely submit to the owner. Receive all returned documents and distribute appropriately
Ensure a safe project site and work environment in accordance with Sully-Miller policy
Perform a job-site safety observation weekly on each job assigned
Learn Caltrans and Greenbook Specifications
Submit lane closures and traffic control plans
Perform other duties as assigned