Minimum 7 years of experience in project management, project engineering, or construction management on projects over $15 million.
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Business, Construction Management, or related field.
Experience coordinating construction projects and managing project documentation.
Strong ability to collaborate with project managers, contractors, and engineers.
Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Responsibilities
Support sustainability projects by coordinating energy efficiency upgrades and renewable energy systems.
Coordinate construction activities with various stakeholders throughout project phases.
Manage project documentation, including RFIs, submittals, and change orders.
Monitor project progress, assisting with schedules, budgets, and reporting.
Support technical reviews and feasibility studies for project designs.
Assist in project planning, including scope and budget development.
Ensure compliance with approved plans and applicable regulations.
Benefits
100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for employees; 50% for dependents.
Company-paid life insurance coverage up to $50,000.
Accrue up to 80 hours of paid time off (PTO) annually, with increased accrual based on tenure.
10 days of paid sick leave annually, exceeding industry averages.
9 paid holidays, 2 floating holidays, and a paid day off for your birthday.
401(k) with company match up to 4%.
Education support for tuition, licenses, and certifications.
Referral bonus program offering $5,000-$10,000 based on hire level.
Extra paid leave for jury duty, bereavement, and voting.
Additional paid days off during client shutdowns.
Laptop and cell phone stipend provided as needed.
Full Job Description
Are you an experienced Project Engineer who enjoys managing construction projects and has an interest in energy efficiency, sustainability, and modern building technologies?
We are seeking a Project Engineer III - Sustainability to support the Los Angeles Community College District's (LACCD) BuildLACCD Bond Program.
From energy-efficient building upgrades to solar power, EV charging infrastructure, and building modernization, you'll help bring meaningful improvements to educational facilities while working alongside experienced construction and engineering professionals.
Key Responsibilities:
Support Sustainability Projects: Help coordinate energy efficiency upgrades, building electrification, solar photovoltaic (PV) systems, battery energy storage, EV charging stations, and other sustainability initiatives.
Coordinate Construction Activities: Work with Project Managers, architects, engineers, contractors, consultants, and campus representatives throughout project planning, design, construction, and closeout.
Manage Project Documentation: Review and track RFIs, submittals, change orders, field orders, drawings, specifications, and project records.
Monitor Project Progress: Assist with schedules, budgets, field observations, construction coordination, and project reporting.
Support Technical Reviews: Coordinate design reviews, site assessments, feasibility studies, utility requirements, and infrastructure evaluations.
Assist with Project Planning: Help develop project scopes, preliminary budgets, schedules, and implementation plans.
Ensure Project Compliance: Support construction activities in accordance with approved plans, specifications, District standards, and applicable DSA requirements.
Support Project Closeout: Assist with commissioning, final documentation, and project completion requirements.
Requirements
Required Qualifications
Minimum 7 years of experience in project management, project engineering, or construction management on commercial, public-sector, or educational facility construction projects valued at more than $15 million.
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Business, Construction Management, or a related field.
Experience coordinating construction projects, project documentation, and technical issues.
Ability to work effectively with project managers, contractors, consultants, engineers, and other stakeholders.
Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience using Bluebeam Revu for reviewing and marking up construction documents.
Familiarity with Building Information Modeling (BIM).
Experience using Project Management Information Systems (PMIS).
Knowledge of Division of the State Architect (DSA) requirements and processes.
Understanding of Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems, building automation, and Building Management Systems (BMS).
Experience or exposure to sustainability, energy efficiency, electrification, or renewable energy projects is a plus.
Benefits
We offer one of the most competitive benefit packages in the industry.
Medical, Dental & Vision: 100% employer-paid monthly premiums for employees and 50% coverage for dependents under our company-sponsored plan*
Life Insurance: Company-paid coverage up to $50,000
Paid Time Off (PTO): Accrues up to 80 hours per year with increased accrual based on tenure
Sick Leave: 10 days of paid sick leave annually - well above the average of 5-6 days offered by most firms
Holidays: 9 paid holidays, 2 floating holidays, and a paid day off for your BIRTHDAY!!!
401(k): Company match up to 4% (100% of the first 3%, 50% of the next 2%)
Education Support: Assistance with tuition, licenses, and professional certifications
Referral Bonus: Highest employee referral program of $5,000-$10,000 depending on level of hire
Extra Paid Leave: For jury duty, bereavement leave, and voting time for local/state/federal elections
Client Shutdown Days: Additional paid days off when client offices are closed
Equipment: Laptop provided as needed
Cell Phone Stipend: $100 monthly stipend for eligible roles
