Project Engineer (Mechanical Engineer)

Position Overview

Our client, located in Los Angeles, CA is a highly sought after, very successful mechanical general contractor. They are in immediate need of a Mechanical Project Engineer to join their high performing team. As a result of their unparalleled customer service and unique offerings, their business is experiencing impressive growth and with growth comes great opportunity for those with the ambition to accomplish great things. A career with our client is not just a job but an opportunity to join a family of people who care about each other and care about their customers. The ideal candidate will be responsible for assisting the Project Manager with project direction, planning, completion, and financial outcome. In order to succeed in this position, the candidate must be organized and have excellent time management skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Performs a key role supporting the Project Manager in all aspects of Plumbing & HVAC construction
• Works with and supports Field supervisors
• Attends project meetings as necessary
• Responsible for keeping project logs updated and current
• Prices change orders
• Handles all aspects of RFI’s (Request For Information) in conjunction with the Project Manager
• Assists in the submittal process
• Assists in the procurement process
• Works with the BIM department in a support role and attends BIM coordination meetings as necessary
• Downloads project files and distributes them to team members
• Manages responses from the design team and distributes them to team members
• Assists in developing man-loading charts in conjunction with foremen and superintendents
• Ensures timeliness of submissions to Contractor
• Assists the Project Manager in the project projection process
• Performs printing and copying tasks as needed and directed

Required Qualifications

• Mechanical, business degree, or related plumbing or mechanical systems experience
• Excellent communication skills
• Computer skills to include Microsoft Excel, Word and Project
• Able to listen and follow through on directions provided
• Desire to work in a team environment while learning on the job
• B.S. in construction engineering management
• B.S. in construction management
• B.S. in Mechanical engineering

Benefits & Perks

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance