Project Engineer II

AECOM•Orange, CA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

AECOM is seeking a Project Engineer II based in Southern California, targeting candidates with two to seven years of experience. The role supports a Project Manager or Construction Manager in planning, coordinating, and controlling projects from preliminary design through closeout, with an emphasis on construction administration, project documentation, and field oversight. Projects may include hospitals and healthcare facilities subject to OSHPD/HCAI requirements, schools subject to DSA requirements, and other public- and private-sector work. Experience in these areas is preferred. The position works mostly independently on assigned tasks, receives technical and operational direction from the assigned Project Manager or Construction Manager, and seeks guidance on unusual or complex issues. The Project Engineer may be assigned to field construction in a general or single-discipline role and assist with oversight of general contractors and subcontractors. The role also contributes to design and preconstruction support, construction administration and project controls, field quality oversight, project recordkeeping, and closeout and certification. AECOM describes its Program Management business as delivering complex programs across infrastructure, transportation, energy, water, and urban development. The company offers hybrid work options and describes opportunities for technical and professional development. Sponsorship is not offered now or in the future, and relocation is not available. Newly hired employees must attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location.

Requirements

Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree plus two years of relevant experience, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
Valid driver's license and ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Records check in accordance with company policy.
Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and strong organizational skills.
Good understanding of design and construction.
Knowledge of construction management procedures and construction industry practices.
Skill in using construction management software and programs.
Knowledge of invoicing and billing procedures.
Proficiency in all Microsoft Office programs.
Commitment to expanding professional knowledge and contributing to team innovation and productivity.
Ability to attend in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.
Must not require employment sponsorship; AECOM is not offering sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Two or more years of full-time paid professional experience in a similar project or construction management position involving education, healthcare, commercial, or public facility construction projects valued above $5 million.
Bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, or a related field from a recognized college or university.
Engineer in Training certificate or progress toward a Professional Engineer or Architect license in California.
Construction Manager in Training credential from the Construction Manager Certification Institute.
LEED Green Associate or LEED AP credential.
OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 construction safety training.
Experience with construction management software and document control, including RFIs, submittals, and daily reports.
Experience utilizing Building Information Modeling.
Experience on LEED-certified projects.
Exposure to local worker PLAs, prevailing wage/DIR, and public works projects.
Experience in other public- and private-sector project types.
Hospital or healthcare project experience involving OSHPD/HCAI.
School project experience involving the Division of the State Architect (DSA).

Responsibilities

Support the Project Manager or Construction Manager on one or more projects from preliminary design through closeout.
Work mostly independently on assigned tasks and seek guidance on unusual or complex issues.
Assist in overseeing general contractor and subcontractor activities within an assigned area of responsibility.
Prepare project reports and keep supervisors informed about the progress of assigned activities.
Assist in evaluating architectural and engineering proposals and developing execution, contracting, and award recommendations.
Conduct constructability reviews for compliance with client standards and building code requirements.
Support jurisdictional approvals, plan checks, permitting, and development of drawings and specifications for new facilities and repairs or modernization of existing facilities.
Support bidding, construction contract review, and prequalification processes.
Support reviews of construction progress against submitted schedules, including contractor baseline, critical path, and recovery schedules.
Review and coordinate RFIs, requests for clarification, submittals, change order proposals, and change directives for quality assurance and merit.
Assist with change order reviews, assessment of cost and schedule impacts, and preparation of cost estimates for change orders and extra services.
Monitor project database variances related to scheduling and cost-control reporting.
Assist in reviewing and verifying contractor payment applications and support fiscal management of project resources.
Support the Project Manager or Construction Manager in resolving construction issues, disputes, and disagreements.
Monitor labor compliance and prevailing wage requirements.
Conduct site walks to verify field conditions and monitor construction activities for compliance with contract documents and safety standards.
Monitor contractor and subcontractor work for adherence to project plans and promote quality control of installations.
Monitor the Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan and help ensure compliance with state requirements.
Coordinate and document progress meetings with site administrators, community representatives, public agencies, and client departments.
When requested, interface with the client, architect, and design professionals to confirm design-intent compliance and client satisfaction.
Use construction management software to maintain daily reports, project logs, RFI and submittal logs, and agreements.
Ensure compliance with internal and external recordkeeping requirements.
Support project closeout and certification, including punch lists, as-built and closeout submittal packages, and DSA/HCAI certification when applicable.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability benefits, depending on employment status.
Paid time off and leaves of absence, depending on employment status.
Voluntary benefits and perks.
Flexible work options.
Well-being resources and employee assistance program.
Business travel insurance.
Service recognition awards.
Retirement savings plan.
Employee stock purchase plan.
Competitive pay and benefits.
Technical and professional development programs and training.