Office Engineer

DescriptionYour role at GEI. We are seeking an Office/Field Engineer to provide technical, administrative, and contract support for heavy civil infrastructure construction projects, including pipelines, pump stations, tanks and reservoirs, dams, levees, and groundwater well facilities. This position supports the Construction Manager by managing project documentation, cost tracking, schedule coordination, and contract compliance throughout construction.Essential Responsibilities & DutiesSupport construction management activities from preconstruction through project closeout.Review and process RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, and technical correspondence.Maintain contract documents, drawings, specifications, logs, and project files.Track construction quantities, pay items, and assist with contractor pay applications.Assist in evaluation and documentation of change orders, extra work, and claims.Maintain cost records, budget tracking, and progress reporting.Support schedule updates, milestone tracking, and progress measurement.Coordinate with inspectors, contractors, designers, and agency staff.Observe field activities and document compliance with contract documents.Prepare meeting agendas, minutes, status reports, and correspondence.Assist with punch lists, testing documentation, as-builts, and closeout packages. Minimum QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, related engineering degree or comprehensive equivalent field experience.Minimum 1–4 years of progressive experience supporting heavy civil construction projects.Familiarity with construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.Experience with infrastructure projects such as pipelines, pump stations, tanks, dams, levees, or wells.Strong organizational, documentation, and communication skills.Ability to take and pass all GEI required construction safety related training courses.Valid U.S. driver’s license.Preferred QualificationsExperience on public works, water/wastewater, flood control, or utility projects.Familiarity with construction management software, cost tracking, and CPM schedules.Registered Engineer‑in‑Training (EIT) certification in California.Registered Certified Construction Manager in-Training (CMIT) through Construction Management Association of America. We are GEI. Some of the world’s most pressing problems – from climate change to sustainable development, to critical infrastructure and the future of our energy supply – need our brightest and diverse minds working together to create safer, more resilient communities for tomorrow.We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients’ most complex challenges.With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry. See all our office locations here.Employee-owned. Employee-focused. As an employee-owned company, our employees support our flat leadership structure, have a say in how our business operates and benefit from our financial success. We are committed to employee growth with career development opportunities, competitive total rewards, a well-being program, flexible work arrangements and more. Our company culture is driven by our 4 Cs – we are Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community Minded – which support our focus on sustainability, safety, diversity, equity and inclusion. Get to know us better by visiting GEI’s career site here.GEI’s Total Rewards Package Includes Market-Competitive CompensationPay Range For This Position: $36.00 - $82.00ear hourConnecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for AdvancementRewards and RecognitionA Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and InclusionFor Some Positions, Hybrid Work Schedules Are AvailableAnd More…Physical RequirementsWORK ENVIRONMENTFunctional DemandsSedentaryLightxMediumOtherActivity Level Throughout Workday (check one per row)Physical Activity RequirementsOccasional(0-35% of day)Frequent(33-66% of day)Continuous(67-100% of day)Not ApplicableSitting4-6 hoursStanding2 hoursWalking2 hoursClimbing30 min.Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds)20lbsLifting (waist level and above) (in pounds)20lbsCarrying objectsxPush/pullxTwistingxBending10 minReaching forward10 minReaching overhead10 minSquat/kneel/crawl10 minWrist position deviationxPinching/fine motor skillsxKeyboard use/repetitive motion4-6 hoursTaste or smell (taste=never)xTalk or hearxAccurate 20/40Very Accurate 20/20Not ApplicableNear VisionxFar VisionxYesNoNot ApplicableColor DiscriminationxSensory RequirementsMinimalModerateAccurateNot ApplicableDepth perceptionxHearingxEnvironment RequirementsOccupational Exposure Risk PotentialReasonably AnticipatedNot AnticipatedBlood borne pathogensxChemicalxAirborne communicable diseasesxExtreme temperaturesxRadiationxUneven surfaces or elevationsxExtreme noise levelsxDust/particulate matterxOther (exposure Risks)Usual workday hours:8x1012Other work hoursGEI is an AA/equal opportunity employer, including disabled and veterans.