Project Engineer - Building Group

Royal Electric

$80K — $110K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High school graduation or equivalent required
  • Preferred Construction Management Degree or similar
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in a Project Engineer or construction administrative role
  • Understanding of construction processes from office to field
  • Ability to navigate between office and project sites
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office, Bluebeam, PlanGrid, and Autodesk software preferred
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Support Project Manager and team with job site documentation and onboarding
  • Anticipate team needs and manage project activities for maximum productivity
  • Facilitate job closeout for timely completion and QA/QC
  • Maintain and cultivate relationships with subcontractors and trades

Benefits

  • 3 types of medical plans plus discounted dental and vision services
  • Traditional and Roth 401(k) retirement plans
  • $50k life insurance options
  • Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays
  • Family leave under FMLA for maternity and paternity
  • Short and long-term disability insurance
  • Pet insurance available
  • Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and transit
  • Opportunities for tuition reimbursement
  • Comprehensive wellness resources including telehealth, mental health support, and discount plans for various services
Full Job Description
We have a current opening for a Project Engineer for our Building Group focusing on Multifamily and Commercial projects. The PE will work on projects within the Santa Cruz/Monterey area.

Success in the position is achieved through the following duties & responsibilities:
  • Support Project Manager(s)/Foremen/Superintendent(s) with manpower activities and documentation; job site employee onboarding, supporting safety meetings, document input/tracking
  • Maximize productivity of project team by anticipating needs, challenges and opportunities; material ordering/staging, RFI's, initial job set up, coordination of jobsite activities
  • Facilitate job closeout activities for timely and successful completion of job; review completed work for QA/QC, final inspection coordination, documentation tracking, coordination/provide PlanGrid updates and as built drawings
  • Maintain relationships that promote project success; internally, with subcontractors and vendors, and other trades


Who you are:
  • Strive to be great - You're eager to build and master your skills by seeking out - applying - training and new experiences. You're willing to work smart, take initiative, and take on challenges with a tenacious and resourceful attitude.
  • Fun & Friendly - You like people, have a sense of humor, and enjoy what you do.
  • Analytical and Solutions-oriented - You're skilled at identifying challenges and opportunities, developing practical solutions, and ensuring projects stay on track to meet their goals.
  • Critical Thinker - You're willing to be innovative, challenge yourself, and try new things.
  • Relationship Builder - You work to build trust and relationships at all levels, cultivating collaboration, shared success, and mutual respect.
  • Influencer - You're an inspiration to others, capable of guiding actions, decisions, and strategies. You recognize other people's underlying needs and motivations and can navigate individual and group perspectives.


Requirements

Qualifications:
  • Graduation from high school or equivalent
  • Construction Management Degree or similar preferred
  • Minimum 2 years experience in a Project Engineer or other construction administrative role
  • Understanding of construction process from office to field
  • Ability to maneuver between office and project sites
  • Ability to prioritize, complete tasks, and address issues in a timely manner
  • Proficient computer skills to include Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam, PlanGrid, and Autodesk Software preferred
  • Ability to work with a team and independently
  • Possess excellent written and verbal skills

Salary Range:
  • $80,000/year - $110,000/year

We offer competitive wages plus benefits and 401(k).

Benefits

    • Health Care Plan (3 types of Medical plans, Discounted Dental & Orthodontist services for adults & children, Premium Vision Plan)
    • Retirement Plan (Traditional 401k, Roth 401k).
    • $50k Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary, & AD&D)
    • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick Leave, and 8 Paid Holidays)
    • Family Leave FMLA (Maternity & Paternity)
    • Short Term & Long-Term Disability
    • Pet Insurance
    • Flex Spending Accounts: Healthcare, Dependent care (Daycare children & elderly - work related), & Transit
    • Pharmacy discounts
    • Kisx Card (Surgery & Imaging Program)
    • Opportunity for tuition reimbursement

Wellness Resources
    • Free telehealth
    • Health Joy App
    • Free peer coach support - (mental health, stress management, substance use, and suicidal ideation)
    • CancerCARE 1:1 Consulting and support with expert medical team
    • Employee Assistance Support
    • Hearing Aid discount plan
    • Laser VisionCare discount plan

Learning & Development
    • Safety training: Getting Everyone Home Safely
    • Professional & Leadership Development Training
    • Skill Development Training
    • Mentorship Program
    • On-The-Job & Classroom Training


Employee Referral Program: We value referrals from our employees! If you know someone who would be a great fit for this role, please refer them through our company's referral program. Successful referrals can earn you an incentive!

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