Office Engineer - Tampa, FL

Job Description

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Employment Offer Contingent Upon Successful Completion of the Following:

Verification of Work Authorization and Employment Eligibility
Substance Abuse Screening
Physical Exam (if applicable)
Background Checks for Badging/Security Clearances (if applicable)

About Hensel Phelps:

Founded in 1937, Hensel Phelps specializes in building development, construction and facility services in markets ranging from aviation to government, commercial, transportation, critical facilities, healthcare and transportation. Ranked #1 in aviation and #6 overall general contractor in 2024 by BD+C, Hensel Phelps is one of the largest employee-owned general contractors in the country. Driven to deliver EXCELLENCE in all we do and supported by our core values of Ownership, Integrity, Builder, Diversity and Community, Hensel Phelps brings our clients' visions to life with a comprehensive approach that begins with innovative planning and extends throughout the life of the property.

Position Description:

The Office Engineer (OE) position supports the execution of work in the field with a focus on project administration activities. The OE participates in many of the field activities especially as related to safety and quality control. The office engineer works with the project engineer and responsibilities include the exercise judgment and discretion in making recommendations, implementing policies and procedures, and handling a wide variety of matters in the office such as trade partner/supplier management to administer contract changes (e.g., RFIs and change orders), management of financial accounts, scheduling of deliveries, reporting on production trends, other administrative aspects of the project as outlined in the Book of 14 and much more.

Essential Duties:

Support the field through materials management to maintain the project schedule and sequencing.
Supervise trade partner employees involved in the submittal and shop drawing process.
Perform detailed reviews and provide approvals of submittals, shop drawings and product data.
Create and process RFIs in a solutions-orientated manner.
Process subcontract bonds, insurance, pay applications, correspondence, change estimates and potential change orders.
Assist with data gathering for the monthly owner pay application and margin analysis.
Participate in jobsite safety meetings, weekly safety audits, etc.
Facilitate the quality control plan and participate in preparatory meetings, initial inspections, follow-up inspections, etc.
Support BIM and VDC coordination meetings in the creation of RFIs, as needed, and review shop drawings from the coordinated model.

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

Position Qualifications:

A 4-year degree in Civil, Structural, Architecture, Construction Management or related field.
1 year of experience and/or a combination of education and experience.
Valid Driver's License.
Strong communication skills.
Computer software - Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel-based templates, ProjectSight, Primavera and AutoDesk Suite.

Preferred Qualifications:

Past internships in the construction industry are preferred, but not required.

Physical Work Classification & Demands:

Moderate Work. Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
The individual in this position will periodically walk, kneel, sit, crouch, reach, stoop, read/see, speak, push, pull, lift, stand, and finger/type. The frequency of each action varies by workflow and office activity.
Walking - The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, boxes, cabinets, etc.
Constantly operates a computer and other office machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, phone, computer, and computer printer.
The person in this position frequently communicates with employees and external stakeholders regarding a variety of topics related to office administration.
Constantly computes, analyzes, and conceptualizes mathematical calculations and formulas.
The person in this position regularly sits in a stationary position in front of a computer screen.
Constantly reads written communications and views mail submissions. Will also need to read blueprints and take/verify field measurements.
Climbing - Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding and ramps at various heights.
Balancing - Ability to maintain body equilibrium to prevent falling and to walk, stand or crouch.
Stooping - Bending the body downward and forward by the spine at the waist.
Visual acuity and ability to operate a vehicle as certified and appropriate.
Occasionally exposed to high and low temperatures
Frequently exposed to noisy environments and outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.