Senior Project Engineer

Expected annual salary range for this job is $115,000 - $145,000 depending on experience and region. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship / transfer now or in the future. The company, Rudolph & Sletten, a Tutor Perini Company, is a long‑standing builder in California with a history of delivering high‑profile projects across a variety of sectors. Founded six decades ago, the firm has worked on research facilities, educational campuses, civic structures, and corporate campuses for clients such as Johnson & Johnson, Gilead, the Salk Institute, and many more. Description The primary function of a Senior Project Engineer is to assist the Project Manager and Superintendent in organizing, controlling, scheduling, monitoring, and recording all activities that are part of the construction management of a project. The engineer ensures construction proceeds on schedule, adheres to contract specifications, and leads the work of other personnel. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Schedule and lead coordination meetings with subcontractors and design teams; document information reviewed. Inspect construction sites daily and manage subcontractors according to contract documents. Participate in job walks to document work performed and report findings for status updates, potential issues, and concerns. Coordinate all submittals between subcontractors. Understand owner and subcontractor contracts, including General Conditions and exclusions. Review designs and drawings for craft installations, materials, and qualifications. Review all types of submittals and shop drawings for compliance with contract documents. Research and resolve drawing interpretation problems, conflicts, interference, and errors; research and initiate RFIs if needed. Initiate and process RFIs, then review RFI responses for completeness and follow up as needed. Understand the change‑order (PCO) process, validate and create change orders, assemble and submit to the owner. Manage all submittals, RFIs, close‑out, punch list, emergency logistic plans, and other document processes to/from consultants, owners, and subcontractors. Identify risks (financial and schedule) based on submittal responses. Train R&S staff, owners, and design teams in the proper use and process of submittals, RFIs, and close‑out. Analyze and resolve field construction problems, discrepancies, and interference within area of discipline with A/E supervision, owner, and other contractors as required. Prepare and disseminate required documentation records such as status reports, punch lists, sketches, material requirement calculations, etc., to the supervisor. Review and comment on design comments as required. Demonstrate knowledge of value engineering and the design‑phase engineering process. Attend meetings with other contractors, subcontractors, owners, or A/E representatives to coordinate design and construction efforts. Demonstrate advanced knowledge of construction equipment and techniques, drawings, specifications, building materials, and applicable industry standards. Generate queries and reports in Procore construction software; perform quantity takeoffs. Establish and complete submittal and project close‑out logs. Manage substantial completion, certificate of occupancy, notice of completion, warranties/guarantees, and the project close‑out process. Update field work procedure documents and research and interpret codes, technical manuals, journals, etc., as needed. Review A/E‑supplied drawings and purchase order specifications to ensure vendors have adequate information, materials are ordered, and delivery dates support schedule. Be dependable, consistent, diligent, and thorough in day‑to‑day tasks. Analyze and resolve complex construction process problems and issues; communicate effectively while interfacing with all personnel levels. Follow instructions and pre‑established guidelines to perform job functions. Demonstrate excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Work independently, learn quickly, and apply new skills and knowledge. Use creativity and resourcefulness to complete tasks accurately in a compressed timeframe. Handle a varied workload and multiple priorities while working as a team. Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisor. Train and manage the project team in document control administration protocol. Create and maintain project metrics for tracking document control using logs, charts, or graphs. Assist Project Manager in project set‑up to establish document control administration protocol, including documenting procedures. Manage the project close‑out process, including document collection, organization, turnover, and archive. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management. Minimum five (5) years of experience in the field or a related area. Working knowledge of surveying techniques and equipment, assigned discipline design, and overall engineering standards. Experience with large commercial projects, including healthcare, higher education, corporate campuses, justice, science, and technology sectors. Computer skills: proficiency in MS Office Suite, strong Excel, OBDC, data mining platforms, and Bluebeam. Working knowledge of Procore or similar construction software. Advanced knowledge of blueprint reading. Working knowledge of scheduling and estimating software; proficiency in Primavera P6. Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr 02001 Rudolph & Sletten Inc