Senior Project Engineer

Description

Kitchell is seeking an experienced and dedicated Senior Project Engineer (HCAI) to join our Central California region in the San Luis Obispo area and build a long-term career at one of the most innovative and growth-oriented building companies in the United States.


Overview

Working as owner's representative assisting with PM/CM services (ground-up and modernization) within the California Healthcare Market Sector.


Duties and Responsibilities

• 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
• Administers quality control program as outlined in the project procedures manual
• Becomes familiar with safety requirements of the project and monitors compliance
• 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

Requirements

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field is preferred
• 3 or more years of related work requireda
• Knowledge of construction and engineering related processes, as well as industry practices specific to the Healthcare (HCAI/OSHPD) is strongly desired

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of the roles and interdependence between the contractor, designer, owner, and construction manager is required
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Suite of tools is strongly preferred
• User skills with construction management software such as P6 and Procure is preferred
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to build and maintain effective interpersonal relationships is required
• Ability to read and comprehend technical drawings and blueprints is required
• Ability to demonstrate the competencies of achieving results, initiative, teamwork, and analytical thinking is required

License and Certifications

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

Work Environment

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 atmospheric conditions, and cramped quarters with occasionally loud noise level in the work.

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.


Travel Requirements

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