Office Engineer

Office/Field Engineer

We are seeking an Office/Field Engineer to provide technical, administrative, and contract support for heavy civil infrastructure construction projects, including pipelines, pump stations, tanks and reservoirs, dams, levees, and groundwater well facilities. This position supports the Construction Manager by managing project documentation, cost tracking, schedule coordination, and contract compliance throughout construction. Essential Responsibilities & Duties

• Support construction management activities from preconstruction through project closeout.
• Review and process RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, and technical correspondence.
• Maintain contract documents, drawings, specifications, logs, and project files.
• Track construction quantities, pay items, and assist with contractor pay applications.
• Assist in evaluation and documentation of change orders, extra work, and claims.
• Maintain cost records, budget tracking, and progress reporting.
• Support schedule updates, milestone tracking, and progress measurement.
• Coordinate with inspectors, contractors, designers, and agency staff.
• Observe field activities and document compliance with contract documents.
• Prepare meeting agendas, minutes, status reports, and correspondence.
• Assist with punch lists, testing documentation, as-builts, and closeout packages.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, related engineering degree or comprehensive equivalent field experience.
• Minimum 1–4 years of progressive experience supporting heavy civil construction projects.
• Familiarity with construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
• Experience with infrastructure projects such as pipelines, pump stations, tanks, dams, levees, or wells.
• Strong organizational, documentation, and communication skills.
• Ability to take and pass all GEI required construction safety related training courses.
• Valid U.S. driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience on public works, water/wastewater, flood control, or utility projects.
• Familiarity with construction management software, cost tracking, and CPM schedules.
• Registered Engineer‑in‑Training (EIT) certification in California.
• Registered Certified Construction Manager in-Training (CMIT) through Construction Management Association of America.

We are GEI. Some of the world's most pressing problems – from climate change to sustainable development, to critical infrastructure and the future of our energy supply – need our brightest and diverse minds working together to create safer, more resilient communities for tomorrow. We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients' most complex challenges. With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry.

GEI's Total Rewards Package Includes

• Market-Competitive Compensation
• Pay Range For This Position: $36.00 - $82.00 per hour
• Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
• Rewards and Recognition
• A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
• For Some Positions, Hybrid Work Schedules Are Available
• And More…

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

WORK ENVIRONMENTFunctional Demands:SedentaryLightxMediumOtherActivity Level Throughout Workday(check one per row)Physical Activity RequirementsOccasional(0-35% of day)Frequent(33-66% of day)Continuous(67-100% of day)Not ApplicableSitting4-6 hoursStanding2 hoursWalking2 hoursClimbing30 min.Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds)20lbsLifting (waist level and above) (in pounds)20lbsCarrying objectsxPush/pullxTwistingxBending10 minReaching forward10 minReaching overhead10 minSquat/kneel/crawl10 minWrist position deviationxPinching/fine motor skillsxKeyboard use/repetitive motion4-6 hoursTaste orsmell (taste=never)xTalk or hearxAccurate 20/40Very Accurate 20/20Not ApplicableNear VisionxFar VisionxYesNoNot ApplicableColor DiscriminationxSensory RequirementsMinimalModerateAccurateNot ApplicableDepth perceptionxHearingxEnvironment RequirementsOccupational Exposure Risk PotentialReasonably AnticipatedNot AnticipatedBlood borne pathogensxChemicalxAirborne communicable diseasesxExtreme temperaturesxRadiationxUneven surfaces or elevationsxExtreme noise levelsxDust/particulate matterxOther (exposure risks):Usual workday hours:8x1012Other work hours - WORK ENVIRONMENT - Functional Demands: - Sedentary - Light - x - Medium - Other - Activity Level Throughout Workday(check one per row) - Physical Activity Requirements - Occasional(0-35% of day) - Frequent(33-66% of day) - Continuous(67-100% of day) - Not Applicable - Sitting - 4-6 hours - Standing - 2 hours - Walking - 2 hours - Climbing - 30 min. - Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds) - 20lbs - Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds) - 20lbs - Carrying objects - x - Push/pull - x - Twisting - x - Bending - 10 min - Reaching forward - 10 min - Reaching overhead - 10 min - Squat/kneel/crawl - 10 min - Wrist position deviation - x - Pinching/fine motor skills - x - Keyboard use/repetitive motion - 4-6 hours - Taste orsmell (taste=never) - x - Talk or hear - x - Accurate 20/40 - Very Accurate 20/20 - Not Applicable - Near Vision - x - Far Vision - x - Yes - No - Not Applicable - Color Discrimination - x - Sensory Requirements - Minimal - Moderate - Accurate - Not Applicable - Depth perception - x - Hearing - x - Occupational Exposure Risk Potential - Reasonably Anticipated - Not Anticipated - Blood borne pathogens - x - Chemical - x - Airborne communicable diseases - x - Extreme temperatures - x - Radiation - x - Uneven surfaces or elevations - x - Extreme noise levels - x - Dust/particulate matter - x - Other (exposure risks): - Usual workday hours: - 8 - x - 10 - 12 - Other work hours

GEI is an AA/equal opportunity employer, including disabled and veterans.