Project Engineer, Northern California
McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. is one of America's premier commercial construction companies. Our reputation for tackling the toughest building challenges starts with our focus on building high-performing teams that collaborate with clients and industry partners starting in the earliest stages of design, throughout construction and beyond project completion. With offices and employees nationwide, we specialize in a wide range of project types including healthcare, education, renewable energy, marine, water/wastewater, commercial office and retail, hospitality/entertainment and airports. Originally founded as a family business in 1864, today we are proud to be 100 percent employee-owned.
Position Summary:
The Project Engineer’s position establishes the fundamental principles for an individual’s growth and success within McCarthy. On a daily basis you will be responsible for the coordination between McCarthy employees, owners, subcontractors, architects, and engineers. This position is the initial step in developing an employee’s managerial and communication skills.
Key Responsibilities
- The Project Engineer will assist on-site Project Managers and Superintendents in managing the construction projects. PE’s will work in conjunction with other Field Staff to ensure quality and timeliness of project construction and completion.
- General Contract and Subcontract administration
- Monitor and document jobsite safety and accident prevention
- Construction Scheduling
- Material & Equipment – procurement and expediting
- Mechanical, electrical and piping systems coordination
- Shop drawing and submittal review and coordination
- Project cost review, reporting, updating and accounting
- Review of subcontractor applications for payment
- Participation in and documentation of project coordination meetings
- Supervision and coordination of subcontractors’ field installations
- Review and negotiate change proposal pricing from subcontractors
- Prepare change proposal pricing for self-performed work
- Change order documentation and associated cost reporting and maintenance
- Research and suggest options on construction means, methods and equipment
- Maintenance of As-Built plans
- Quality control
- Project Closeout
- Implement all applicable Safety Programs and EEO/Affirmative Action Programs on the Project.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related engineering degree
- Construction internship or other related construction work experience highly preferred
- General knowledge of construction principles/practices required.
- Must be Geographically mobile and able to relocate within a region
- Strong work ethic and desire to work in a team environment
McCarthy Building Companies is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer regardless of race, color, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religious beliefs, marital status, genetic information, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.