Kitchell

Project Engineer II

Kitchell$80K — $95K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate degree in relevant fields preferred.
  • 2-5 years of experience in construction or project management required.
  • Ability to work fast-paced and make sound independent decisions is required.
  • Experience on Division of State Architect (DSA) projects preferred.
  • Familiarity with Building Information Modeling (BIM) preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Provide on-site technical support for construction activities.
  • Assist Project Managers with field coordination and documentation.
  • Monitor contractor performance and safety compliance.
  • Help prepare closeout documentation and manage punch lists.
  • Read and interpret construction plans and shop drawings.

Benefits

  • Exposure to diverse projects within the K-12 education sector.
  • Opportunity to interact with various stakeholders including architects and contractors.
  • Develop expertise in both technical and administrative aspects of construction management.
  • Participate in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.
Full Job Description
Description

Assist with providing CM services over capital projects and capital improvement projects within a specific school district in the k-12 Market Sector.

Duties and Responsibilities
  • Provides on-site technical and administrative support for construction activities at District facilities
  • Assists Project Managers and Admin Staff with field coordination, documentation, inspections, and tracking of construction progress
  • Supports monitoring of contractor performance, safety compliance, and quality standards
  • Assists with closeout documentation, punch lists, and coordination with school sites and District staff to minimize operational impacts during construction and other duties as necessary
  • Reads and interprets construction plans and shop drawings
  • Assists in preparing written materials including correspondence, reports, procedures, and guidelines
  • Reviews, estimates, negotiates, and processes construction change orders and construction field orders
  • Reviews and enforces construction and professional services contracts
  • Manages and directs contractors and outside consultants including reviewing and approving invoices
  • Assesses project risks and develops risk registers including mitigation strategies
  • Facilitates resolutions of construction and design issues
  • Coordinates with Architects for timely and accurate responses to requests for information, submittals, Construction Change Documents, etc.
  • Generates and distributes meeting minutes (construction meetings, design meetings, etc.)
  • Confirms contractor's maintenance of record drawings prior to monthly progress payments to the Contractor
  • Maintain project files in both electronic and paper format
  • Reviews submittals for conformance to plans and specifications
  • Prepare project status reports
  • Other job-related duties or projects as assigned


Requirements

Education and Experience
  • High school diploma or equivalent required. Associate degree or coursework in Construction Technology, Facilities Management, or related field preferred
  • 2-5 years of recent professional work experience in a similar or equivalent position involved in project or construction management is required
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and take initiative and make sound decisions is required
  • Experience on Division of State Architect (DSA) projects is strongly preferred
  • Experience utilizing Building Information Modeling (BIM) is preferred
  • Experience with alternative delivery methods is preferred


Knowledge and Skills

Knowledge of all parts of the project life cycle, including master planning, design, and closeout is preferred

License and Certifications
  • A valid driver's license with an acceptable motor vehicle record, free from suspensions or restrictions is required
  • OSHA 30 certified preferred
  • ICC Inspector Certifications are preferred


Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must regularly work in an office and/or construction environment. Conditions regularly include exposure to outdoor elements, hot/cold temperatures, wet conditions, noise, atmospheric conditions, and cramped quarters. The noise level in the work environment is occasionally loud.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must regularly sit, stand, walk, talk, or hear and use hands to finger, feel and handle; frequently reach with hands and arms; occasionally climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Must frequently lift and or move 10 pounds and occasionally lift and or move up to 50 pounds.

Travel Requirements

Work with be executed at campus location across Pasadena, CA as well as the district office in Altadena, CA.

About Kitchell

Kitchell is a construction and real estate development company that provides a wide range of services to clients in the healthcare, education, hospitality, and commercial industries. The company was founded in 1950 and has since grown to become one of the largest construction companies in the Southwest. Kitchell is committed to delivering high-quality projects that meet the needs of their clients, and has a strong focus on sustainability and innovation. The company is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, and has offices in California, Texas, and Utah. Kitchell has a reputation for excellence in the construction industry, and has won numerous awards for their work.
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