Senior Project Engineer

• Location Mountain View, CA, 94039,United States
• Base Pay $90,000.00 - $110,000.00 / Year
• Job Category PM/CM Services Owner's Representative
• Industry Construction, Owner's Representative
• Employee Type Exempt - FT
• Required Degree High school
• Manage Others No

Contact information

• Name Bill Moran
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Description

Kitchell seeks an experienced and dedicated Sr. Project Engineer to join our Bay Area region in the City of Mountain View and build a long-term career at one of the most innovative and growth-oriented building companies in the United States.

Overview

Perform PM/CM Services as an Owner’s Representative in the Essential Services Market Sector of construction.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with multiple city departments to provide them with internal resources as support for their need for PM/CM services
• Develops full understanding of the scope and interdependence of all contract documents
• Observes and records jobsite activity in accordance with required contractual frequency
• Manages effective document control mechanisms for the project to ensure that work is performed in accordance with contract documents
• Evaluates change order requests including design changes, specifications and drawing releases and reports status
• Evaluates submittals of shop drawings, material data and samples and takes appropriate action based upon contract specifications
• Reviews and processes as-built drawings to ensure that all changes during the course of construction are recorded
• Reviews the project schedule and assists the project manager in the maintenance of it as requested
• Manages the request for information process in order to facilitate the timely exchange of information between designer and contractor
• Assists the project manager in the maintenance of effective cost control mechanisms for the project
• Completes project close out requirements in accordance with contract documents
• Coordinates meeting agendas, prepares minutes and follows up on action items
• Utilizes safe work practices and follows directives, policies and procedures for assisting and maintaining a healthy and safe work environment
• Maintains effective and professional relationships with owners, architects, engineers and contractors
• Executes additional duties and responsibilities as assigned

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or Architecture is preferred
• 3 to 6 years of related work experience in construction (public sector strongly preferred) is required
• Prior experience working on Civic, Municipal, Justice, or Education market sector construction projects is preferred

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of construction and engineering related processes, as well as industry practices is required
• Knowledge of the roles and interdependence between the contractor, designer, owner, and construction manager is required
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to build and maintain effective interpersonal relationships is required
• Proficient with the MS Suite of tools with exposure to other construction specific software like Bluebeam, Primavera P6, Procore, and/or BIM tools is strongly preferred
• Ability to read and comprehend technical drawings and blueprints is needed

License and Certifications

Valid driver’s license with an acceptable motor vehicle record, free from suspensions or restrictions, is required

Travel Requirements

This position is performed on location at the project site in San Diego, CA.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must regularly work in an office and/or construction environment. Conditions regularly include exposure to outdoor elements, hot/cold temperatures, wet conditions, noise, atmospheric conditions and cramped quarters. The noise level in the work environment is occasionally loud. Have the ability to manage a commute regionally as project site change.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must regularly sit, stand, walk, talk or hear and use hands to finger, feel and handle; frequently reach with hands and arms; occasionally climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Must frequently lift and or move 10 pounds and occasionally lift and or move up to 50 pounds.

Summary

ABOUT OUR COMPANY

Founded in 1950,Kitchell began as a commercial contracting business and over the years developed new talents and enterprises, acquiring complementary businesses and expertise to remain competitive. Today, Kitchell Corporation serves as the holding entity for several companies that are integral to Kitchell's core business, as well as those that operate independently. We provide a wide range of services within the built environment, including general contracting, construction management, development, facilities management, engineering, architecture, and myriad other services. Our employees manage projects from our main offices located in Arizona, California, and Texas. We offer an entrepreneurial environment that fosters personal and professional growth through in-house education programs, formal and informal mentoring, and cross-training opportunities. At Kitchell, we prioritize internal growth and building careers from within. We consistently rank among the top places to work, thanks to our tenured staff and outstanding benefits that are designed to enrich our employees’ physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being. These benefits include company performance bonuses, discretionary stock options, incentive bonuses, health, and life insurance, health savings accounts (HSA) with wellness incentives, flexible spending accounts (FSA), 401(k) plans with a 4% company match, tuition reimbursement, weight loss programs, discounted auto insurance, identity theft protection, rewards programs, and much more.

Kitchell is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

The annual base salary range for this role is currently $90,000 - $110,000. The Company’s salary ranges are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual pay is determined through interviews and an assessment of various factors, including job-related skills, relevant education and experience, abilities of the applicant and equity with other team members. The annual base salary range listed here is subject to change at any time, in the Company’s discretion, and does not alter in any way the at-will nature of the employment relationship.