Entry-Level Project Engineer

Full Time
Stockton, CA (Herrick Offices)

The Project Engineer supports the successful delivery of the structural steel framing for building construction projects. Project Engineers operate under the supervision of the Engineering Manager, however, provide direct technical support to and under the direction of the Project Manager on specific projects to ensure the work is completed on time.

A Project Engineers primary obligation is development and management of project related documents in compliance with structural design & Herrick Standards. Additionally, the Project Engineer should gain competence in Herrick project administration, Herrick standards, coordination with other trades and shop/field drawing related tasks.

This is an entry level position with growth opportunities into Project Management or Senior Engineering positions depending on qualifications and experience.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Project Engineers are expected to have a strong working knowledge of their assigned project(s) for the execution of their required tasks.
• Participate in review of project design drawings and specifications for conformance with company fabrication and erection standards.
• Manage the creation of a 3D model and ultimately usable shop fabrication and field drawings based on project contract documents (Structural / Architectural Design Drawings) by Herrick’s 3rd party 3D modeling contractor.
• Review and create Requests for Information (RFIs). Project Engineer must have an ability to articulate these questions both verbally and in writing. Prior to transmitting to the design team, review contract documents to confirm RFI is necessary and to format questions appropriately. Transmits RFIs to design team, maintains status logs, and manage RFI responsiveness. Ensure that RFI questions and responses are complete, reasonable, and appropriate given the contract documents and project status.
• Create and Manage Submittals of project documents to the design team, including shop drawings, shop and field welding submittals, paint submittals, deferred designs, etc.
• Participate in coordination with other trades, as it relates to structural steel shop fabrication and field erection.
• Review of Herrick required drawings (shop fabrication and field erection) for conformance with design, RFI responses and company standards.
• Assist Project Manager with other project related tasks as required.
• Travel to project sites and meetings as necessary.

Required Qualifications:

• 0-5 years’ experience in Construction, Engineering Design or related field.
• A B.S in Civil, Structural, Mechanical Engineering or Construction Management is preferred for a Project Engineer position. Equivalent experience may be considered.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and adapt to support the projects needs.
• Strong drive to resolve issues and complete tasks in a timely manner.
• Basic knowledge of general construction principles/practices and an ability to read plans and specifications.
• Ability to work as part of a Project Team to complete tasks.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally & in writing.
• Desire to learn.

Desirable Qualifications:

• An E.I.T. certificate or PE.
• Basic understanding of Structural Engineering principles.
• Construction Experience.
• Familiarity with 3D Modeling / 2D Drafting Software (Tekla Structurers, AutoCAD, Revit, or similar).

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