Apm - Asst Project Mgr

Senior Project Engineer

Location:

Orange County, CA.

Balfour Beatty Construction seeks a Senior Project Engineer to work on projects with our team in Orange County, Ca to support projects in the OC market. The SPE will assist the Project Manager with the planning and daily execution of construction projects. This individual is also responsible for maintaining certain aspects of the project schedule as assigned by the Project Manager by managing the process of submittal approvals, coordinating the timely delivery of materials, and maintaining schedules and budgets.

The SPE also manages, directs, and coordinates the subcontractor’s compliance with the Contract Documents as delegated by the Project Manager. This position involves zero overnight travel, as all work is in the DFW market.

• Assist project management by proactively managing the project budget, controlling expenses, administering owner and subcontractor billings, identifying work not covered by subcontractor scope of work/budget, and ensuring the success of office support functions related to overall cost and scheduled completion.

• Establish procedures for controlling contract drawings.
• Initiate set‑up of the job management system.
• Assist with scopes of work, bid package development, and solicit subcontractors and suppliers.
• Participate in constructability reviews.

• Assist in the development of the site utilization plan.
• Review and coordinate the Loss Prevention and Quality Control Program with the Project Manager/Superintendent.
• Manage pre‑work subcontractor orientation meetings, ensuring documentation is completed for each subcontractor including material deliveries, site‑specific safety and quality control issues.
• Manage submittal log and coordinate submittals and coordination drawings with subcontractors and the Superintendent.

• Proactively administer and process all submittal data and shop drawings to expedite project schedules and ensure timely material delivery.
• Conduct preconstruction meetings with subcontractors, assisted by the Project Manager and/or Superintendent.
• Serve as the onsite quality manager for assigned trades by verifying subcontractor deliveries meet approved submittal requirements.
• Attend and participate in meetings with Architect/Engineer and owner representatives, providing information and assisting the Project Manager in preparing progress reports and meeting minutes.
• Distribute proposal change documents to subcontractors/suppliers and assist in collecting pricing or preparing change proposal requests for internal pricing review.
• Ensure all clarifications, changes, directives, RFIs, etc., are updated on the “as‑built” drawings and fully coordinated with company supervision and all subcontractor/suppliers.
• Submit owner‑required close‑out documents and assist subcontractors/suppliers in scheduling owner‑required training and documentation.

• Build effective relationships with customers, design team, subcontractors, suppliers, and user groups that reflect and support company core values and meet or exceed customer expectations.
• Actively participate in industry, client, and community relations to enhance company image.

• Promote the Creed; communicate the vision and purpose through Service, Talent, and Choices.
• Serve as a role model and promote professional behavior.
• Participate in personal career development through on‑the‑job training, attend operations classroom training programs, and assist in the development of the Project Engineer.

• Perform other related duties as needed.

• B.S. in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field with 2 to 4 years of experience preferred, or 5 to 6 years of progressive construction‑related trade experience.
• Demonstrate leadership skills with ability and willingness to face challenges, direct others, and effectively address conflict.
• Create, manage, and/or revise schedules and related assignments based on key priorities of…