Office Engineer
Company: MWH Constructors, Inc.
Location: San Diego
Posted on: October 20, 2024
Job Description:
Current job opportunities are posted here as they become
available. MWH is a leading water and wastewater treatment-focused
general contractor in the US with a rich history dating back to the
19th century. Fueled by the mission of Building a Better World, our
teams are rapidly growing across the nation.As a company committed
to our team's well-being and growth, we offer a supportive work
environment, opportunities for advancement, and the chance to
contribute to a mission that shapes the future. Your expertise and
ambition are valued here.The work we do matters. The critical
systems infrastructure we build changes lives, betters communities,
and improves ecosystems. If you're passionate about this, we want
to hear from you!About the RoleOur CMS Group provides 3rd party
construction management and inspection services for our water and
wastewater clients throughout California, and is looking for an
entry-level Office Engineer in San Diego. This person will support
our Southern California offices and construction project sites in
the Inland Empire, Orange County, Los Angeles, and San Diego
Counties.Essential FunctionsField Duties:
- Interpret design/drawings for material installation.
- Research and make recommendations to resolve arising issues
with drawing interpretations, conflicts, interferences, and
errors.
- Assist with RFIs, RFCs, change logs, and project controls.
- Ensure all completed work complies with applicable codes,
drawings, and specifications.
- Prepare and disseminate all required documentation records to
the supervisor or manager, such as status reports, punch lists,
thorough direction and description on work to be done, sketches of
completed work, material requirement calculations, etc.
- As needed, provide technical support and direction of project
material control functions, including implementation and operation
of the maintenance program.
- Prepare drawings and sketches to support construction work,
change orders, estimates, etc.
- Work in a manner to ensure your personal safety and that of
fellow employees by following company health and safety guidelines
and policies.
- Assist with layout and surveying activities.
- Perform additional assignments as assigned by management.Office
Duties:
- Establish and implement office procedures as they relate to the
administration of construction contracts.
- Implement and maintain the web-based electronic document
control systems.
- Implement project controls for distribution and record keeping
of construction drawings, contract correspondence, technical
records, and other project documents.
- Review all incoming correspondence and initiate appropriate
action.
- Record minutes of the weekly and monthly project site
meetings.
- Review and process the Contractor's pay applications.
- Review and understand the project schedule.
- Process RFIs and produce weekly and monthly construction
progress reports.
- Assist in reviewing and analyzing Contractor claims.
- Prepare change orders, manage claims, and maintain all records
accordingly.
- Work in a manner that ensures personal safety as well as the
safety of fellow employees by following company health and safety
guidelines and policies.
- Assist estimating staff with quantity takeoffs and solicitation
of subcontractors and material vendors.Basic Qualifications
- Four-year degree in engineering, construction management,
construction technology, science, or related field.
- 0-4 years' construction industry experience. Knowledge of basic
engineering and construction management.
- Basic knowledge of quality control programs and ability to
determine acceptability and deniability of work-based
specifications.
- Working knowledge of construction equipment and techniques,
drawings and specifications, building materials and required
standards applicable to discipline desirable.
- Ability to perform trigonometric and geometric calculations,
either manually or with a calculator.
- High interest in the pursuit of a career in the construction
industry.
- Demonstrated excellent writing and verbal communication
skills.
- Excellent computer skills: proven experience with a wide
variety of software products including Microsoft Word, Microsoft
Excel, Microsoft Power Point and Microsoft Project.
- Proven ability to quickly adapt to new software systems such as
CMiC, Lotus Notes and Smartsheet.
- Proven experience working independently and with limited
supervision.
- Excellent organizational and planning skills.Preferred
Qualifications
- At least 2 years' experience in inspection, construction or
operations.
- Prior experience with water/wastewater infrastructure
construction.
- Have experience providing project controls and scheduling.
- Proven experience working in a team environment.CompensationThe
anticipated salary for this position is $75,000 - $95,000/yr.,
based on experience.MWH Constructors is a leading delivery company
with a focus on water and wastewater infrastructure. With the
ultimate goal of delivering maximum value to clients and their
local communities, MWH Constructors provides single-source,
integrated design and construction services and a full range of
project delivery methods. Incorporating industry-leading
preconstruction services and safety practices, the Company's
multi-disciplined team of engineering and construction
professionals delivers a wide range of projects, including new
facilities, infrastructure improvement and expansion, and capital
construction services.Please note that all positions require
pre-employment screening, including drug and background check, as a
condition of employment.Equal Opportunity Employer, including
disabled and veterans.
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