We are seeking a
Construction Project Engineer - Sustainability to support the Los Angeles Community College District (LACCD) and its BuildLACCD Sustainability Team.
This role will support the planning, design, construction, commissioning, and closeout of sustainability and energy-related capital improvement projects, including energy efficiency, building management systems, renewable energy, EV charging infrastructure, electrification, and other sustainability initiatives.
Hybrid Schedule: One (1) work-from-home (WFH) day per weekKey Responsibilities:- Provide technical and engineering support to Project Managers and the Sustainability Team throughout all phases of assigned projects.
- Support sustainability initiatives involving energy efficiency, electrification, renewable energy, and carbon reduction.
- Coordinate with Project Managers, architects, engineers, contractors, and District personnel to address technical issues and RFIs.
- Maintain and distribute current contract plans and specifications.
- Conduct field checks to verify construction compliance with plans, specifications, District standards, and applicable DSA requirements.
- Document project progress through photographs, daily reports, and project notes.
- Track change order proposals, field orders, and approved change orders.
- Maintain project files and record drawings.
- Log and review submittals for conformance with plans and specifications.
- Assist with RFIs, submittals, monthly invoices, and other project documentation.
- Coordinate project meetings and prepare meeting minutes.
- Provide additional project and construction support as needed.
RequirementsMinimum Qualifications- Minimum 3 years of experience in a similar or equivalent position involving project or construction management.
- Experience with commercial, public, or educational facility construction projects valued at more than $15 million.
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Business, Construction Management, or a related field.
Preferred Qualifications- Experience utilizing Building Information Modeling (BIM).
- Experience with the Division of the State Architect (DSA) construction/design process.
- Experience supporting sustainability, energy-efficiency, modernization, or other capital improvement projects is highly desirable.
BenefitsWe 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
