At Griffith Company, we recognize that people are our most valuable resource. We nurture that resource by fostering a work environment that encourages communication, respect and recognition. In this environment, Griffith Company employees flourish, taking their careers to new levels. In addition to offering a nearly 125 year history of quality, safety and excellence, Griffith Company has a dynamic, exciting and supportive culture where opportunity for growth abounds.
We are looking for an experienced Project Engineer for our Building Division who is driven, enthusiastic and who wants to establish him or herself with a stable and growing company. The person in this position would support our growing operations in San Luis Obispo. This position offers technical information to the Project Manager to ensure work complies with applicable codes, drawings and specifications. The Project Engineer may coordinate change orders, expedite material and job site equipment, assist in the preparation of estimates, and compile data to assist in analyzing project progress. Competitive candidates will have experience working on vertical construction projects.
Essential Functions
Perform project start up duties.
Coordinate and supervise subcontractors and material suppliers.
Maintain document and project controls including preparation of:
Daily reports
Cost codings
Submittals
RFI’s
Time and material requests
Progress payment requests
Provide technical support in construction planning, quality control, interpretation of design, application of construction methods, resolution and documentation of design conflicts, and constructability reviews to ensure successful job completion.
Represent company, project and/or department during client and project management meetings to ensure effective communication.
Develop and maintain all job reporting and logs to ensure project compliance.
Review and monitor accounts payable, subcontracts and time sheets.
Facilitate job site meetings.
Track Project Labor Costs and Equipment.
Assemble project schedules.
Perform job closeout duties.
Update daily diary.
Perform independent analysis of change orders.
Other duties as assigned.
Education
Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree would be preferred, or equivalent combinations of technical training and related experience.
Specific Job Knowledge, Skills And Ability
Must have a strong work ethic and excellent time management skills.
Ability to assume responsibility, interface and communicate effectively with others is essential
Excellent writing, presentation, and computer skills.
First Aid Trained
CPR/AED Trained
OSHA 10 Trained
OSHA 30 Certification
Certified QSP for SWPPP
Must be proficient in reading plans and specs, especially architectural and structural components.
Understanding of building components, vertical construction.
Proficiency in Reading P6 Schedules
Proficiency in Blue Beam, Sketch Up and Build2Win
Must be proficient in material takeoffs
Thoroughly understand document controls
Must have a valid driver’s license
Other requirements may apply
Competencies
Time Management
Ethical Conduct
Highly Organized
Leadership
Problem Solving
Results Driven
Process Oriented
Communication Proficiency (Verbal & Written)
Physical Demands
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.
Frequently required to stand and walk at construction jobsites
Frequently required to sit for extended periods of time
Must frequently lift and move up to 20 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Company Benefits Package
In addition to offering a comprehensive benefits package for all employees — including a superior health benefits package — Griffith Company also offers generous performance-based compensation. As part of an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Corporation,…