Associate Engineer; Construction Contracts

Associate Engineer (Construction Contracts)

Job Location:

Los Angeles, California (Union Station)

Job :

• Develop and review public works contract documents
  , including technical specifications, engineering plans and drawings, and contract correspondence, in coordination with design and construction staff.
• Support CIP initiatives by monitoring scope, budget, and schedule performance, and assisting with long‑term capital planning and CIP prioritization.
• Evaluate procurement strategies and contract delivery methods
  , including design‑bid‑build, design‑build, progressive design‑build, and CM/GC, to align with project objectives and risk profiles.
• Facilitate the solicitation phase through the preparation, coordination, and management of procurement documents, including evaluation of bids, proposals, and qualifications, through contract award.
• Administer construction contracts throughout the lifespan of Board‑approved CIP construction and procurement projects, such as processing monthly progress reports, executing change orders, and conducting contractual research.
• Coordinate project completion and closeout
  , including documentation, contract reconciliation, and verification of scope completion.
• Interpret and adapt technical requirements
  , using independent judgment to ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local public contracting laws, codes, and regulations, and Metropolitan standards.
• Provide contractual guidance to Project Managers, Design Engineers, and Construction Management staff.
• Assist with implementation of new technology initiatives
  , including development of a web‑based collaborative platform and enhancement of existing workflows and processes.
• Utilize current office technology and equipment to support engineering activities.

44/36, Monday through Friday /Every other Friday off. Monday through Thursday 9 hours per day, 8 hours per day every other Friday.

Metropolitan's current practice in this position is a hybrid work schedule. This typically includes two days a week in person and the other days remote. This is subject to change dependent on organizational needs. In addition, a telework policy is scheduled for negotiations and once completed and implemented, will provide final direction on the hybrid schedule.

• Competitive compensation
• Excellent medical, dental, life, vision plans
• Deferred compensation in the form of a 401(k) plan (with matching contribution) and a 457 plan
• Retirement benefits under the California Public Employees' Retirement System
• Tuition reimbursement
• Training and advancement opportunities
• Excellent working environment
• Public transportation reimbursements (public transit, buses, and taxis)

Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a related field and four years of relevant experience, of which two years must have been at the Assistant Engineer II level; or a Master's degree from an accredited college or university in a related field and two years of relevant experience which must have been at the Assistant Engineer II level.

A degree (Bachelor or Master) in a related field is defined as Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Structural Engineering.

Relevant

Experience:

Engineering principles, practices and applications in specific discipline; project schedules and budgets; applicable federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations related to area of responsibility; and current office technology and equipment.

License(s):

• Valid California Class C Driver's License or equivalent (required at time of application) that allows you to drive during your employment.

Application Filing Period: Closes at 4:30 pm PT on the date stated in the job announcement. However it may close prior to the filing end date if sufficient applications have been received. If sufficient applications have not been received, then the filing period end date may be extended.

Qualifying

Experience:

Your resume must at a minimum…