Project Engineer Jobs

Compensation Range ( San Francisco Bay Area And Sacramento)

• Salary + Cost of Living (COLA): $90,600 - $94,680 (Sacramento Area ) $118,200 - $122,280 (San Francisco Bay Area )
• Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA): $9,000 Annually (Sacramento) $36,600 ( San Francisco Bay Area )
• Base Salary: $81,600-$85,680

Any Employment Offers are Contingent Upon Successful Completion of the Following:

• Physical Exam (if applicable)
• Background Checks for Badging/Security Clearances (if applicable)
• Verification of Work Authorization and Employment Eligibility
• Substance Abuse Screening

About Hensel Phelps

Founded in 1937, Hensel Phelps specializes in building development, construction and facility services in markets ranging from aviation to government, commercial, transportation, critical facilities, healthcare and transportation. Ranked #1 in aviation and #12 overall general contractor in 2021 by ENR, Hensel Phelps is one of the largest employee-owned general contractors in the country. Driven to deliver EXCELLENCE in all we do and supported by our core values of Ownership, Integrity, Builder, Diversity and Community—Hensel Phelps brings our clients’ visions to life with a comprehensive approach that begins with innovative planning and extends throughout the life of the property.

Position Description

• The project engineer (PE) is the chief engineer on the project. He/she reports to the project manager and is responsible for all on-site project administration. The PE is responsible for managing the office engineers and jobsite administrator.

Position Qualifications

• Computer software - Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel based templates, Prolog, Primavera and AutoDesk Suite.
• Strong communication skills.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• A 4-year degree in civil or structural engineering, architecture, or construction management.
• Minimum of 2-4 years’ experience on large commercial construction projects

Preferred Qualifications

• Past internships in the construction industry.

Essential Duties

• Materials Management - This includes submittals, shop drawings, and expediting material deliveries.
• Assist in developing and updating the schedule.
• Accumulate all necessary data for and prepare the monthly Owner Pay Applications.
• Develop/manage the Cost Control and Labor Recap in conjunction with the project manager and project superintendent.
• Run weekly Owner/Architect/Contractor meetings and maintain meeting minutes.
• Assist with production analysis studies.
• Field initiated purchasing.
• Assist the Company's field supervisors on interpretation of drawings, specifications, IRs/RFIs, and questions for and from the Architect/Engineer.
• Working knowledge of how the VDC Scope of Work, VDC Execution Plan, and VDC deliverables align to the project planning strategies related to field operations (i.e., schedule, model coordination for submittals, constructability review, installation validation, BIM to Field Layout, Field Layout to BIM). Ability to review and navigate within the current 3D model viewing and scheduling software and collaborate with the VDC team.
• Safety - Participate in the jobsite safety meetings, weekly safety audits, etc.
• Assist the project manager and superintendent as follows:
• Provide assistance on form detailing and special design.
• Process and estimate all Change Orders and Requests for Information.
• Manage, train, and mentor the office engineers.
• Quality - Facilitate and/or participate in Preparatory Meetings, Initial Inspections, Follow-up Inspections, etc.
• Discover and resolve interface conflicts between the Company and subcontractors, as well as among subcontractors.
• Assist in Monthly Margin Analysis.

Benefits

Hensel Phelps provides generous benefits for our salaried employees. This position is eligible for company paid medical insurance, life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment, long-term disability, 401(K) retirement plan, health savings account (HSA) (HSA not available in Hawaii), and our employee assistance program (EAP). It also is eligible for employee paid enrollment in vision and dental insurance. Hensel Phelps also believes in the importance of taking time to recharge. As a result, salaried employees are eligible for paid time off beginning upon hire. Salaried positions (project engineers and above) participate in an annual bonus plan, subject to company and employee performance. Salaried employees (this is all salaried employees) are also eligible for a company cell phone or cell phone allowance in accordance with company policy. Further, salaried employees (project engineers and above) also receive either a vehicle or vehicle allowance in accordance with Hensel Phelps’ policies. Based on position location, a cost of living adjustment (COLA) may also be included (subject to periodic review and adjustment).

Equal Opportunity And Affirmative Action Employer

Hensel Phelps is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Hensel Phelps shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, domestic partner status, pregnancy, disability, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)