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Office Engineer

GEI Consultants

San Diego, CA

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$36–$82 Per Hour
SKILLS
Administrative Skills, Budget Management, Change Requests/Orders, Civil Engineering, Civil Infrastructure, Climate Change, Communication Skills, Construction Contracts, Construction Drawings, Construction Engineering, Construction Industry Software, Construction Management, Construction Projects, Construction Support, Contract Management, Contract Requirements, Cost Engineering, Cost Per Thousand, Diversity, Document Management, Documentation, Driver's License, Engineer in Training (EIT), Entrepreneurship, Infectious Diseases, Infrastructure Construction, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Organizational Skills, Progress Reports, Project Close-Out, Public Works, Pumps, Record Keeping, Sales/Support Engineering (SE), Sustainability, Team Player, Technical Consulting, Technical Drawing
LOCATION
San Diego, CA
POSTED
3 days ago
Description

Your role at GEI.

We are seeking an Office/Field Engineer to provide technical, administrative, and contract support for heavy civil infrastructure construction projects, including pipelines, pump stations, tanks and reservoirs, dams, levees, and groundwater well facilities. This position supports the Construction Manager by managing project documentation, cost tracking, schedule coordination, and contract compliance throughout construction.

Essential Responsibilities & Duties

  • Support construction management activities from preconstruction through project closeout.
  • Review and process RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, and technical correspondence.
  • Maintain contract documents, drawings, specifications, logs, and project files.
  • Track construction quantities, pay items, and assist with contractor pay applications.
  • Assist in evaluation and documentation of change orders, extra work, and claims.
  • Maintain cost records, budget tracking, and progress reporting.
  • Support schedule updates, milestone tracking, and progress measurement.
  • Coordinate with inspectors, contractors, designers, and agency staff.
  • Observe field activities and document compliance with contract documents.
  • Prepare meeting agendas, minutes, status reports, and correspondence.
  • Assist with punch lists, testing documentation, as-builts, and closeout packages.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, related engineering degree or comprehensive equivalent field experience.
  • Minimum 1-4 years of progressive experience supporting heavy civil construction projects.
  • Familiarity with construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.
  • Experience with infrastructure projects such as pipelines, pump stations, tanks, dams, levees, or wells.
  • Strong organizational, documentation, and communication skills.
  • Ability to take and pass all GEI required construction safety related training courses.
  • Valid U.S. driver's license.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience on public works, water/wastewater, flood control, or utility projects.
  • Familiarity with construction management software, cost tracking, and CPM schedules.
  • Registered EngineerinTraining (EIT) certification in California.
  • Registered Certified Construction Manager in-Training (CMIT) through Construction Management Association of America.
We are GEI.

Some of the world's most pressing problems - from climate change to sustainable development, to critical infrastructure and the future of our energy supply - need our brightest and diverse minds working together to create safer, more resilient communities for tomorrow.

We are technical experts, collaborators, and entrepreneurs who draw from diverse backgrounds to solve our clients' most complex challenges.

With several offices across North America, we offer a range of engineering, science, and technical consulting services. Our range of expertise, project types, and culture make us the choice for top talent in the AEC industry. See all our office locations here .

Employee-owned. Employee-focused.

As an employee-owned company, our employees support our flat leadership structure, have a say in how our business operates and benefit from our financial success. We are committed to employee growth with career development opportunities, competitive total rewards, a well-being program, flexible work arrangements and more. Our company culture is driven by our 4 Cs - we are Client-Centered, Curious, Collaborative, and Community Minded - which support our focus on sustainability, safety, diversity, equity and inclusion. Get to know us better by visiting GEI's career site here .

GEI's Total Rewards Package Includes
  • Market-Competitive Compensation
  • Pay Range For This Position: $36.00 - $82.00ear hour
  • Connecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for Advancement
  • Rewards and Recognition
  • A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
  • For Some Positions, Hybrid Work Schedules Are Available
  • And More...

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Functional Demands:

Sedentary

Light

x

Medium

Other

Activity Level Throughout Workday (check one per row)

Physical Activity Requirements

Occasional

(0-35% of day)

Frequent

(33-66% of day)

Continuous

(67-100% of day)

Not Applicable

Sitting

4-6 hours

Standing

2 hours

Walking

2 hours

Climbing

30 min.

Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds)

20lbs

Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds)

20lbs

Carrying objects

x

Push/pull

x

Twisting

x

Bending

10 min

Reaching forward

10 min

Reaching overhead

10 min

Squat/kneel/crawl

10 min

Wrist position deviation

x

Pinching/fine motor skills

x

Keyboard use/repetitive motion

4-6 hours

Taste or smell (taste=never)

x

Talk or hear

x

Accurate 20/40

Very Accurate 20/20

Not Applicable

Near Vision

x

Far Vision

x

Yes

No

Not Applicable

Color Discrimination

x

Sensory Requirements

Minimal

Moderate

Accurate

Not Applicable

Depth perception

x

Hearing

x

Environment Requirements

Occupational Exposure Risk Potential

Reasonably Anticipated

Not Anticipated

Blood borne pathogens

x

Chemical

x

Airborne communicable diseases

x

Extreme temperatures

x

Radiation

x

Uneven surfaces or elevations

x

Extreme noise levels

x

Dust/particulate matter

x

Other (exposure risks):

Usual workday hours :

8

x

10

12

Other work hours

GEI is an AA/equal opportunity employer, including disabled and veterans.

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