Project Engineer (Livermore, CA & Maui Hawaii)

Position Title:
Project Engineer (Livermore, CA & Maui Hawaii)

Date Posted:
04/11/2024

Location:
Livermore, CA

Job Category:
Project Engineer

Salary Interval:
Salary Exempt

Pay Range:
N/A

Application Instructions

We appreciate you choosing Goodfellow Bros. for your future career opportunity. Please complete the online application and attach your resume. We will review your application and contact you regarding next steps.

Thank you,
Goodfellow Bros. Recruiting Team

Position Description

Established in 1921, Goodfellow Bros. (GBI) is a large heavy-civil contractor with operations throughout the West Coast & Hawaii. Our company is a fourth generation, family-owned business, celebrating our 100 year anniversary in the industry! We have earned a reputation for professionalism and integrity that reflects our longstanding commitment to the individuals, business and resources of the communities in which we live and work.

We are looking to bring on an experienced Project Engineer to join our Transportation & Infrastructure team in Kihei, Hawaii, and Livermore, CA! This position will initially be located in Kihei Hawaii, then relocated to Livermore, CA. While in Kihei Hawaii, housing will be provided. We want someone looking to work on a variety of projects, who will strive every day to offer the best service possible to our clients and customers in the communities we serve.

Job Summary
The Project Engineer (PE) reports to the Regional Management or designated Project Manager and is responsible for administrating the technical aspects of assigned projects. The PE works closely with owners, subcontractors, vendors, utility companies and local state and federal agencies to ensure work is being completed on schedule and on budget.

Essential Functions

• Analyze information gathered at site inspection, blue prints, specifications, proposals and other documentation. Must have a basic understanding of surveying practices and accompanying equipment.
• Coordinates/conducts pre-construction surveys to identify potential risks. Verifies original site conditions and attends pre-construction meetings.
• Coordinates project schedule and monitors overall construction progress.
• Must understand the bidding process and be able to comprehend complex math concepts.
• Reviews subcontract quotations with project Estimator. Participates in subcontract negotiations and subcontract preparation.
• Keeps Regional Management advised of progress and checks subcontractor work to ensure conformity with project plans and specifications.
• Review vendor/supplier quotations with project Estimator. Timely orders contract materials, remains abreast of delivery schedules and inventories all delivered materials.
• Finalizes shoring, framework and traffic designs and communicates completed designs to regional or project management.
• Coordinates material deliveries in accordance with progress schedule and adjust as necessary due to changes.
• Assures that details and submittals are received, submitted and processed.
• Maintains project files, such as plans, specifications, budget information, schedules correspondence and design changes.
• Coordinates Quality Control testing and inspection by various agencies and/or third parties.
• Obtains necessary utility clearances and required permits.
• Prepares, processes and submits project documentation, such as RFI's , shop drawings and notifications of changes to owner for approval.
• Estimates, prepares and submits Change Order requests to Owner and negotiates Change Orders with Owner.
• Prepares job cost breakdown and summary of major deviation items.
• Serves as Company liaison for projects by relaying information (both verbally and in writing) to Owner, local state and federal agencies, consulting engineers, utility companies, contractors and the public.
• Oversees the implementation of adequate safety plans, safety meetings, method statements and safe working practices as required by the Company and the state.
• Prepares and processes all project closing documentation.

Benefits

We offer employees (and their families) medical, dental, vision, disability, and basic life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in our company's 401k plan, as well as profit sharing plan. New hires also accrue fifteen days of vacation leave annually, receive ten paid holidays, and nine days of sick leave throughout the calendar year.

Position Requirements

Required Education, Experience, and Technical Knowledge

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering.
• Minimum of 18 months experience in the heavy civil construction field.
• Must have computer experience using Microsoft Word, Excel and Project.
• Valid Driver's License with clean driver's abstract.
• Obtains and maintains CPR, AED and First Aid certification, OSHA 30.
• Must have excellent communication skills to work effectively with customers, management, vendors, utility companies and local state and federal agencies.
• Must understand different signals used at construction sites.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings.