Assistant Construction Engineer

Assistant Construction Engineer

Joe Hill Consulting Engineers SAN FRANCISCO, California, United States

About Us

Joe Hill Consulting & Engineering Corporation (JHCE) is a purpose-driven multidisciplinary engineering firm that specializes in complex, water-focused infrastructure projects.

Our core focus is protecting and promoting public access to sustainable water and power resources through the responsible stewardship of infrastructure.

Our core values drive us to take a respectful, genuine, conscientious, and growth-oriented approach to our work.

About the Role

JHCE is seeking to hire a full-time assistant-level construction engineer. Under general direction, the assistant construction engineer performs professional work of average difficulty following established methods and procedures; applies professional principles and practices to problems.

The assistant construction engineer may act as project coordinator, field engineer, office engineer, or assistant field contract administrator.

Under general supervision, the assistant construction engineer performs work in the field and office which requires judgment. The assistant construction engineer may provide assistance in the development of bid proposals, task order management, and contract management, etc.

The assistant is a second-level classification; it is characterized by its focus on routine issues of average complexity and difficulty.

About You

We are looking for someone who is excited to help us to grow our construction management practice while providing critical support to ensure the continued reliable operation of the public infrastructure which serves water and power to the residents of the San Francisco Bay Area.

• You are a professional with technical expertise and strong communication skills which will allow you to effectively and credibly communicate complex technical issues with our clients.
• You have experience with water, wastewater, or power infrastructure projects.
• You enjoy direct client contact and professional networking.
• You have an entrepreneurial spirit and are self‑motivated and passionate about your work.
• You excel in an unconventional work environment. You enjoy working in varied locations, including job sites, at home, and in the office.
• You must have the ability to work in a fast‑paced, variable schedule environment which may include flexible hours, including early mornings or late nights.

Desired Qualifications

• Possession of a baccalaureate degree or graduate degree from an engineering or construction management program.
• Possession of a California Certificate of Registration relevant to your area of expertise such as a PE or a valid Certified Construction Manager (CCM) certificate.
• Five (2) years verifiable professional‑level experience, as applicable to the area of expertise. A master’s degree in the area of expertise may substitute for two (1) year of work experience.
• Ability to travel via driven automobile.
• Ability to adapt to changing working conditions, including prolonged standing and sitting, and frequent work in industrial facilities, construction sites, and other natural environments.
• Ability to walk up to 2 miles and lift and carry up to 30 lbs.

Role Responsibilities and Compensation

Actual offered pay within the range listed below is dependent on nature and amount of experience, ability to perform responsibilities, and possession of relevant licenses/certifications.

The duties specified below are representative of the range of duties assigned and are not intended to be an inclusive list. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time.

• Monitors and inspects the work of contractors for compliance with plans, specifications, and schedules.
• Prepares project documentation including daily reports, force accounts, materials testing, and other construction records.
• Participates in and/or conducts planning, preconstruction, coordination, progress, scheduling and field staff meetings.
• Reviews plans, specifications, submittals, shop drawings, change orders, constructability reviews, and contract closeout records.
• Assists in detecting and resolving disputes and/or problems and responds to complaints from…