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Project Engineer

$70k - $97k

Hill Construction Company

Job Type


Full-time

Description

PROJECT ENGINEER / ASSISTANT PROJECT MANAGER (APM):


Project Engineers & Assistant Project Managers (APM) assist the Project Manager and Project Superintendent in bidding, tracking down subcontractor releases, project billings, helping with RFIs, project scheduling and other administrative management. Engineers & Estimators communicate with project owners, architects, subcontractors and office.


If you are looking for an exciting opportunity to work on the top residential construction projects being built on the West Coast, you may qualify for a rewarding career at Hill Construction Company. We are currently looking to add a Project Engineer to our dynamic San Diego team.

The Company

Hill Construction Company sets the standard in luxury homebuilding, combining highly skilled craftsmanship with progressive technical expertise. With jaw-dropping projects being built in San Diego, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Orange County, and Palm Desert, we collaborate with the area's most elite and celebrated architects and designers. Our homes are consistently showcased in national and regional magazines including dwell, luxe, Interiors, California Homes, and more. Continual advancement, uncompromised quality, and passion for excellence have led Hill Construction to win numerous industry awards and accolades. Please learn more about us by visiting and exploring our Instagram.

Benefits

Full-time employee benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance, Paid Time Off, 401k retirement plan with employer matching, cell phone reimbursement, fuel reimbursement and a potential year-end bonus. We pride ourselves on our company culture - one in which every employee has the opportunity to collaborate, contribute and help shape the future of our growing corporation.

Overview

As an industry leader, Hill Construction excels in making the most technical projects look effortless and turning a dream into a home. In order to continue growing and servicing our clients, our San Diego team is looking to add a qualified and enthusiastic full-time Project Engineer (PE). The PE is a critical component of our winning team structure working alongside Project Managers and Superintendents on various custom construction projects. PEs are responsible for the management of project documentation and helping ensure quality and contractual risk management throughout the project life cycle.

Responsibilities

Hill Construction Project Managers and Project Engineers team up, alongside the Superintendent, to manage all areas of the construction process.

Day-to-day responsibilities of the PE include:
  • Bidding / Estimating
  • Budgeting
  • RFI Management
  • Subcontract Management
  • Purchase Order Management
  • Shop Drawing Management
  • Change Order Management
  • Project Billing Review/Approval
  • Risk Management and Forecasting
  • Submittal and Procurement Management
Requirements

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree (Construction Management, Engineering, or related field).
  • 1-2 years minimum direct experience with project schedules, RFIs, estimates, budgets, and contracts.
  • Ability to read/bid construction plans.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of subcontractor scopes.
  • Ability to communicate with project owners, architects, and our office team clearly and effectively.
  • Computer proficiency (Microsoft Office, Management Software).
  • P6/On-Center/Revit/Bluebeam experience a plus.
  • Sage/Timberline experience a plus.
  • Willingness to regularly visit and walk job sites as well as work in the office.
  • Candidate must possess Hill Construction's core values: passion, integrity, hard work, and professionalism.
  • Ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods, walk job sites with ease, and bend/stoop as needed.
  • Ability to lift or maneuver boxes without accommodation.

Salary Description


$70,000 - $97,000
Vacancy posted 3 days ago
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