JOB TITLE: Project Engineer - Mechanical Process
LOCATION: Sunnyvale, CA
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Mechanical Project Engineer will work within the Construction Department and will report to the Project Superintendent along with MEP and Project Managers. They will work closely with design professionals, clients, and subcontractors to address complex coordination issues. The Project Engineer is on the front line to aid in avoiding and solving technical problems that arise. This position will be fully at the project site. This position will be fully at the project site in Sunnyvale, CA.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Run meetings involving area managers, design team members, multiple subcontractors, and client representatives.
- Interface between area managers and subcontractors to help resolve field coordination items.
- Interpret design, construction documents, technical manuals, and quantifying materials required for construction from the documents.
- Coordinate all mechanical elements and within the overall project design.
- Organize and facilitate training of the client’s personnel in the operations and maintenance of mechanical elements and systems.
- Review and process submittal information and coordinate between multiple submittals to ensure the accuracy and functionality of each component of the various elements and systems.
- Generate, receive, and distribute requests for information (RFI).
- Receive and distribute change documents issued by other team members.
- Field survey layout of control lines and benchmarks.
- Serve as the technical advisor at onsite field construction office.
- Ability to coordinate civil, architectural, structural, and MEP systems within the overall project design.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- A minimum of three (3) years of industrial construction experience required.
- Experienced in matching plans and specifications from different functional areas and disciplines.
- Leading design reviews.
- Processing RFIs, change orders.
- Procurement and tracking of material orders.
- Verification of installed equipment.
- High School diploma or GED required.
- Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or equivalent degree and/or equivalent field work experience required.
- Ability to communicate laws, ordinances, plans, regulations, protocols, directives, and standard operating procedures related to project scope in English.
- Must use independent judgment, organizational and problem-solving skills to determine the best method to accomplish desired results.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Training in design and construction document reading, design specifications, survey theory and techniques.
- Experience in organizing technical data in a neat and accurate method.
- Demonstrate a thorough understanding of all aspects of construction.
- Highly developed visual observation and interpretation skills.
- Ability to work well and maintain a cooperative attitude through high-pressure situations.
- Excellent time-management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work while frequently interrupted by phone calls and questions on work in progress.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills with an ability to develop strong interpersonal relationships.
- Ability to work closely with a variety of trade and craft people in a fieldwork situation. Patience and professionalism are essential.
- Must be a strong team player with the ability to collaborate with various personnel within and across departments and at all levels of leadership.
- Education background in materials and methods of construction.
SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
- Proficient in Windows and Microsoft Office 365 (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Teams), and have a general understanding of working within a computer network.
- Experience with project management software such as Prolog, Procore, E-Builder, Bluebeam, Microsoft Project, and Primavera Project Planner (P6).
- Experience with design software such as AutoCAD, Revit and Navisworks.
- Familiar with CSI specification system for construction.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Work schedule must be flexible to allow extended hours or off-shift work to accommodate changing construction schedule and sequences.
- Workday is a combination of being stationary and moving about the work location. Must be able to spend equal amounts of time in a stationary position in an office environment and moving about the construction site.
- Must be able to ascend and descend ladders, scaffolds, stairs, and work in confined spaces.
- Must be able to work in proximity to loud equipment more than 50% of the time. Must be able to wear hearing protection, as necessary. Often required to communicate with customers and coworkers in an office setting and on the job site.
- Must be able to lift or manipulate 50 pounds to 3 feet and carry or push it 50-100 feet.
- Must be able to regularly bend or twist to examine project work.
- Must be able to regularly position self in a kneeling, crouching or crawling position to examine project work.
BENEFITS & COMPENSATION
As a W2 employee of iParametrics, team members are eligible for benefits such as medical, dental and vision, and the company matching 401K plan, subject to plan terms and applicable waiting periods. Compensation for this position is salaried ($82,000 – $105,000) based on experience, background, and skills.
ABOUT IPARAMETRICS
Founded in 2003, iParametrics is a recognized leader in delivering engineering, construction, emergency management, security, and data analytics for commercial and public sector clients.iParametrics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to a work environment that supports and respects all individuals without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, marital status, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.Application review will consider the following criteria: qualifications, education, and experience specific to the job description/duties and prior experience with leading construction companies.
Applicants must be able to pass the iParametrics Drug and Alcohol test. This job description is intended to outline the general nature and level of work performed by project team members. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required for this job. This description is subject to change at the discretion of the company, with or without notice.
