Project Engineer- Podium/ Multifamily Construction

Precision General Commercial Contractors, Inc.•Belmont, CA

About The Position

Precision General Commercial Contractors, Inc. is looking to hire a full-time Project Engineer. Are you looking to advance your career in project engineering? Would you like to work for a national commercial construction firm that values its employees? Specifically, we seek a PE with previous Podium/Multifamily Construction Experience and software platform experience with the following tools: Procore, Autodesk Build, and Trimble. This project management position earns a competitive wage, depending on experience. We also offer a full benefits package and great perks, including a work-life balance and opportunities to serve and build the communities in which employees live. If this sounds like the right commercial construction PM opportunity for you, consider applying today! ABOUT PRECISION GENERAL COMMERCIAL CONTRACTORS, INC. Precision is a national construction company specializing in the rehabilitation and new construction of multi-unit residential properties. We are a Certified B Corporation, which means we meet the highest standards of verified social and environmental performance, public transparency, and legal accountability to balance profit and purpose. Joining over 3,200 companies desiring to be a force for good, we are the largest contractor across the United States to earn this designation. Our portfolio is filled with many success stories, but we're most proud of the strong relationships we have built and continue to grow. Our relationship-centered approach starts with our employees. They work hard to embody our values and put forth their best performance each day to help with the success of our company. We take pride in our desire to become better every day, providing our employees with opportunities to develop both personally and professionally. A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A PROJECT ENGINEER We have an opening for a collaborative, driven and experienced individual to join our team as a Project Engineer. He/she should possess a minimum of three years of commercial construction experience, Bluebeam Software experience, and understanding of all building trades, materials and methods with a special emphasis on Multi- Unit Residential and Commercial Projects. Strong written and verbal communication skills required. Candidate will report to the Project Manager, Senior Project Manager, or Regional VP.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent, College Degree or certificate in Construction Management preferred.
3+ years of experience as a Project Engineer in the construction industry
Experience with Procore is mandatory, experience with Autodesk Build or Trimble is preferred.
Ability to manage the project and meet deadlines.
Ability to quickly and appropriately prioritize conflicting demands.
Possesses multi-limb and eye-hand coordination.
Able to stand, bend, reach, stoop and lift boxes up to 40 lbs.
Able to work in a pace environment for extended periods of time.
Able to sit at desk, working on computer and phones for a full work day.
Able to travel Locally and Statewide
Must be able to work legally in US
Strong written and verbal communication skills required
Understanding of all building trades, materials and methods with a special emphasis on Multi- Unit Residential and Commercial Projects
Bluebeam Software experience

Nice To Haves

College Degree or certificate in Construction Management
experience with Autodesk Build or Trimble

Responsibilities

Request submittals from subcontractors
Check submittals for compliance and completeness
Format and save submittals on server
Submit submittals to design team
Follow up for responses and report on status of submittals
Process physical samples for cabinets, counter tops and paint. Document samples, ship to approving party, and record responses.
Write RFI's for field personnel and submit to design team.
Follow up for responses and report on status of RFIs
Draft and issue PCOs. Follow up for responses and report on status
Maintain PCO log
Draft internal change orders for PC's to issue.
Update budget variance monthly by entering subcontracts and change orders.
Assist project managers in updating construction schedules.
Convert schedules to PDF and send to project team each week with meeting minutes.
Collect notes from field personnel to fill out the meeting minutes file
Distribute meeting minutes to project team each week
Record direction or decisions made on the call for subsequent weeks
Assist field personnel in soliciting bids for remaining scopes. This includes only minor and last-minute scope such as: site accessories, landscaping, signage, or owner requested changes.
Draft scopes of work for remaining, miscellaneous subcontracts.