Project Engineer, Institutional - Education Sector | General Contractor | Hayward, CA - MyGreat Recr
*** Please do not direct message the author of this job advert. Due to the high number of applicants they will be unable to respond ***Project EngineerLocation:Hayward, CA (servicing various sites across the Greater Bay Area)
Industry Focus:Institutional Education Construction Projects
Employment Type:Full-timeOverviewWe are seeking a detail-oriented Project Engineer to support ground-up and modernization institutional education projects across the Greater Bay Area. Based out of the Hayward office, this role provides critical administrative and technical support throughout all phases of construction, from bidding and documentation to project closeout.Must HavesA minimum of 2yrs' of experience in a Project Engineering role
Ability to track and manage RFIs, submittals, and related documentation to meet tight deadlines
Proficiency using Procore or equivalent construction management platforms
Understanding of subcontractor and owner contract documentation, including change orders
Ability to support construction bidding processes, including plan distribution and bid recaps
Competence in preparing closeout packages, notice of completion, and archiving project files
A Driving License and reliable transportation to travel to various project sites as neededNice to HavesExperience delivering institutional education projects from start to finish
Prior experience with either DSA or OSHPD regulated projects
Familiarity with prevailing wage documentation and compliance workflows
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field
Experience coordinating with accounting teams on owner billing and cost reporting
Exposure to commercial or industrial projects in addition to institutional workResponsibilitiesProvide comprehensive administrative and documentation support to assigned Project Managers
Process subcontractor agreements, POs, work orders, and change orders in Procore within 48 hours
Process owner contracts, change order proposals, and final change orders as required
Receive and log executed subcontract documents and upload to Procore within 24 hours
Prepare and track RFIs and submittals in accordance with project schedules and deadlines
Draft and issue professional correspondence as needed or directed
Support bidding processes including document preparation, outreach, and tracking
Maintain organized and up-to-date project files throughout the project lifecycle
Provide field teams with current subcontractor and project information
Prepare project closeout documents and notice of completion within 30 days of project wrap-up
Label and organize field/office files and prepare for archiving
Coordinate and schedule project start-up and close-out meetings
Generate cost reports and assist with monthly financial reporting
Attend weekly project meetings and document outcomes as needed
Collaborate with the Accounting team on billing cycles and resolve related issues