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Construction Project Engineer

$105k

Ironcore Construction

BUILD HOMES. LEARN THE BUSINESS. BUILD YOUR CAREER.

Ironcore Construction is growing—and we’re looking for a motivated Project Engineer ready to build a career in multifamily construction.

This is an opportunity to get directly involved in the day-to-day execution of complex construction projects while learning from experienced Project Managers, Superintendents, subcontractors, architects, engineers, and other construction professionals.

If you recently graduated in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, or a related field and want hands-on experience that can prepare you for a career in project management, we want to meet you.

WHO WE ARE

Ironcore Construction is a California general contractor and full-service construction and development company specializing in multifamily residential and affordable housing.

Our culture is built around six core values:

Integrity | Vision | People | Safety | Innovation | Continuous Improvement

We believe great construction professionals are developed by giving talented people meaningful responsibility, exposure to the entire construction process, and opportunities to learn from experienced builders.

Building Homes. Creating Community.
THE OPPORTUNITY

As a Project Engineer , you'll be an integral part of the project team, supporting the documentation, coordination, communication, and closeout activities necessary to successfully deliver our projects.

You'll work closely with Project Managers and Superintendents while interacting with subcontractors, architects, engineers, consultants, and other project partners.

This is a hands-on opportunity to learn how multifamily projects are managed while developing the technical and leadership skills needed to advance within construction management.

Requirements

RFI Management

  • Receive and review subcontractor RFIs through Procore.
  • Determine whether RFIs require additional review or submission.
  • Submit and track RFIs through completion.
  • Distribute completed RFIs to all necessary project stakeholders.

Document Control

  • Maintain current project plans and documents in Procore.
  • Update and slip-sheet plan sets to incorporate ASIs, RFIs, and other revisions.
  • Help ensure the project team is working from current construction documents.

Submittal Management

  • Create and maintain the project submittal log.
  • Track subcontractor submittals and required due dates.
  • Review and submit documentation for appropriate review.
  • Coordinate final submittals and distribute approved documents to the appropriate parties.

Project Closeout

  • Track required closeout documentation.
  • Coordinate O&M manuals, warranties, training videos, as-built drawings, and other required closeout materials.
  • Help drive outstanding closeout items through completion.

Project Meetings & Communication

  • Assist with preparation of project meeting agendas.
  • Attend project meetings and prepare accurate meeting minutes.
  • Track action items and assist with follow-up.

Procore Management

  • Maintain project information within Procore.
  • Update project directories and main project information.
  • Help ensure project documentation remains accurate and organized.

SmartBarrel & Compliance

  • Work with subcontractors to ensure they can properly use SmartBarrel.
  • Assist with tracking required compliance documentation.
  • Follow up with subcontractors regarding missing or incomplete information.

Punch List

  • Work alongside the Superintendent to create and track project punch-list items.
  • Coordinate outstanding items and help drive them through completion.
WHAT YOU BRING
  • Recent graduate in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, or a related discipline .
  • Ability to read and understand construction plans, specifications, and shop drawings.
  • Basic understanding of contract documents and the RFI process.
  • Entry-level exposure to Procore, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Office .
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and follow through on assignments.
  • Comfortable communicating and coordinating with subcontractors and project team members.
  • Initiative, dependability, and a willingness to learn.
  • Team-oriented mentality with a strong sense of accountability.
  • Interest in developing a long-term career in construction project management.

Benefits

Competitive Base Salary
$105,000 base salary plus $7,500 bonus

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits are available to eligible full-time employees, effective the first of the month following 30 days of employment .

401(k) + Company Match
Build for your future with Ironcore’s 401(k) retirement plan. Employees become eligible after three months of continuous employment, with a Company match of:

  • 100% of the first 3% you contribute
  • 50% of the next 2% you contribute

3 Weeks of Paid Time Off
Employees accrue 120 hours (3 weeks) of PTO annually , increasing to 160 hours (4 weeks) after five years of continuous employment.

Paid Sick Leave
Paid sick leave is provided in accordance with California law and Company policy, with accrual beginning on your first day of employment .

Employer-Paid Long-Term Disability Insurance
Ironcore provides eligible full-time employees with long-term disability coverage at no cost to the employee, providing income replacement equal to 60% of eligible earnings , subject to the terms of the plan.

Employer-Paid Life Insurance
Eligible full-time employees receive $10,000 in Company-paid basic life insurance coverage .

Bonus Opportunity
Eligible positions may include performance and/or project-based bonus opportunities based on the terms of the position.

Vehicle & Phone Allowances
Position-specific vehicle and phone allowances may be provided based on project responsibilities and the terms of the position.

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