ACCO Engineered Systems

Senior Project Engineer

Vacaville, CA

Part-time

$99,000-$124,100

About This Job

General Job Description:

Under the supervision of the Sales Manager, with indirect supervision and daily instruction from an assigned Project Manager(s), this position is responsible for the coordination of all technical activities on assigned projects. This position helps to ensure effective communication and coordination between all disciplines and all other project team members, including external customers and vendors. In this role, you will work on exciting, multi-million dollar commercial MEP projects as you continue to develop your skills in estimating, scheduling and design within the design-build construction process.

Supervises: None

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

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Capable of fully assembling all aspects of an estimate and drafting final proposals for both prime contract bids and subcontract bids via design/build and plan/spec delivery methods

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Complete understanding of job task sequencing/critical timeline scheduling

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Ability to reprioritize tasks in an ever-changing schedule

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Receive and level subcontractor and vendor quotations

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Ability to analyze labor and apply factors for varying conditions

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Analyze and resolves more complex questions and problems as needed

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Utilizing the plan/ spec delivery method, the PE needs to be proficient in analyzing project plans to derive material and labor costs, identify subcontractor scope, and be able to comprehend trade specifications and applicable general conditions of a project manual.

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The design/build delivery method will require the PE to conceptualize the scope by reviewing project requirements, site visits , collaborating with internal & external engineers, and reviewing simplistic sketches to form a cost basis

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Collaborate with Project Management to keep them informed on all issues affecting project timeline and budget.

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Provide interpretation of plans and specifications

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Assemble complete submittal packages and other required project documentation information.

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Participate in selection and hiring of subcontractors and vendors.

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Assist Project Manager with take-off, estimating, change directive pricing, job cost forecasting, billings, close-out documentation, prospecting and new bid support.

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Assist Project Manager in writing proposals, letters, memos, subcontracts, change orders, and other documents related to the project execution.

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Utilize ACCO standard Engineering technologies, provide technical support for the construction effort including participating in the planning and design; interpretation of the design; value engineering and alternate solution reviews, etc.

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Collaborate with the Purchasing Department regarding scope, price, submittals and delivery for purchased items. Coordinate installation procedures among Engineering, Construction, and other stakeholders.

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Manage job progress onsite as required, including leveraging your design expertise in a hands-on capacity to solve emergent operational and installation challenges.

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Oversee and/or process daily administrative items (i.e., Document Control, RFIs, Dailies, POs, MOPs, submittals, procurement logs, etc.) per Project Manager’s direction.

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Coordinate project personnel activities to ensure the project progresses on schedule and on budget. Plan the work, track labor, track material and deliveries, project cost at completion.

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Escalate potential problems and assist the Project Manager in driving the solutions to their complete resolution.

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Maintain, develop and grow viable relationships with customers, prime contractors, trade partners, subcontractors, suppliers and trade personnel by:

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Attending job kick off, job progress, foreman, and OAC meetings;

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Interface with installers, suppliers and subcontractors to provide information, direction and detailed instructions; and

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Managing subcontractors to meet our expectations of the project.

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Other tasks and duties as assigned by supervisor and/or upper management.

Position Requirements (Skills, Work Experience, Education, Certifications, Licenses, etc.):

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BS in Engineering; Construction Management, or related field. Concentration in Mechanical Engineering is preferred, or

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5-10 years of industry experience or a combination of experience and education

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High sense of integrity, business ethics & professionalism

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Strong organizational and time management abilities.

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Proficiency and proven success in interpersonal relationship building skills and positive customer service interactions.

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Excellent oral and written business communication skills, including the ability to listen and follow directions.

ACCO Competencies:

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Proactivity / Initiative: Recognizes and anticipates what needs to be done and accomplishes it in a manner appropriate for one’s level/position and with minimal supervision.

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Perseverance: Shows the wherewithal to fight for difficult goals despite challenges and to bounce back from adversity.

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Insight: The ability to gather and make sense of information that suggests new possibilities.

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Engagement: Shows a knack for using emotion and logic to communicate a persuasive vision and connect with people.

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Teamwork: The ability to effectively work toward common goals with others by supporting, encouraging, and sharing information in an authentic and approachable manner.

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Big Picture: Understands and contributes to organizations’ short- and long-term business strategy. On a personal level has independently developed a vision for short- and long-term career success.

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Motivation / Dedication: Commits to excellence in pursuing unselfish goals. Initiates action with collective goals takes responsibility, and shows personal humility.

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Technical Curiosity / Willingness to Learn: Interest in seeking out new experiences, knowledge, and candid feedback; demonstrating an openness to learning and change.

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Problem-Solver: Ability to identify, analyze, and solve a problem in support of personal, group, department, or organizational objectives.

Physical Requirements:

(The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

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Sit and stand; use hands and fingers to operate computer, tablet, keyboard and/or telephone; grasp, handle and/or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear.

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Walk and stand; climb and balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl (for purposes of assisting with project job walks and site inspections).

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Lift, push, pull, carry, and/or move up to 10 pounds, and occasionally up to 30 pounds.

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Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision and Distance vision.

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Maintain regular and routine attendance.

Hours :

This is a non-exempt, part-time position scheduled for three days per week, totaling less than 30 hours. Work hours begin and end between 6:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., with one hour provided for lunch. Each workday consists of eight hours, and occasional overtime may be required based on business needs.

Travel:

As required from time to and from the assigned office location to regional branch offices and/or to project/customer site(s).

Competitive Wages:

$99,000 to $124,100 Annual Salary. Applicants please note that actual compensation is determined by several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to job-related skills, depth of experience, certifications, relevant education or training, and specific work location, among others. The offered wage or salary is only one aspect of an employee's total compensation.

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