Senior Project Engineer
$83,200–$104,000 year
On-siteSacramento, California, United States
Job Summary
Review contract documents and design specifications for compliance, scope completeness, and constructability issues. Assist with project proposals, budgeting, resource allocation, and schedule development. Prepare invitations to bid, solicit trade proposals, and develop estimates through quantity take-offs. Coordinate subcontractors, manage punch lists, and issue monthly payment applications and progress requests. Maintain master cost breakdowns, generate daily reports via CMiC, and handle RFIs. Participate in monthly project reviews, close out projects, and secure warranties. Ensure full compliance with safety policies, IIPP requirements, and OSHA certifications while supporting a diverse, safe work environment. Requires valid driver's license, OSHA 30-hour certification, and proficiency in Microsoft Project and Excel.
Required Qualifications
- Degree in Construction Management, Engineering or related field
- Valid State-issued driver's license and satisfactory driving record and vehicle insurance which meets Alston Construction liability coverage requirements
- OSHA 30-hour Safety Certification
- First Aid/CPR Certification
- Strong knowledge and understanding of construction operations
- Ability to read and understand drawings, specifications, maps, surveys, mechanical and electrical sheets, project schedules, cost reports, and other construction documents
- Understanding of contract provisions which address scope of work and design criteria
- Knowledge of estimating, construction costs and cost control procedures, and scheduling
- Strong mathematical and analytical skills
- Understanding of local, state, federal (including OSHA), and company safety and environmental regulations, codes, and requirements related to the construction industry
- Ability to work well both independently as well as in a team environment
- Good working knowledge of all sub trades
- Ability to effectively handle stress and stressful situations
- Excellent skills in organization, time management, and prioritization
- Proactive and readily adaptable to changing conditions or demands and ability to work well under pressure and with tight deadlines
- Effective communication skills (written and verbal)
- Professional demeanor and effective interpersonal skills; ability to successfully interface with and to maintain good working relationships with clients, co-workers, managers, subcontractors, vendors, and others
- Proficiency in computers and applicable software systems (e.g. Microsoft Project, Word, Excel and Outlook; CMiC)
- Willingness and ability to work extended hours and flexible schedules, including evenings and weekends
- Willingness and ability to travel frequently and for extended periods
- While in the field, dress (including proper PPE), is conducive to a building construction environment
Desired Qualifications
- 2-3 years of experience as a Project Engineer, or similar position, with a construction general contractor is preferred
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