Project Engineer

Kitchell is seeking an experienced and dedicated Project Engineer to join our Northern California region in Sacramento and build a long-term career at one of the most innovative and growth-oriented building companies in the United States.

Overview Provide on-site construction management support as an Owners Representative for DSA K-12 education projects and public safety projects, ensuring compliance with contract documents and project requirements. This role manages documentation, RFIs, submittals, change orders, and jobsite activity while supporting schedule, cost control, quality, and safety efforts. The Project Engineer also coordinates communication among stakeholders and assists with project closeout to ensure successful delivery.

Responsibilities

• Develops full understanding of the scope and interdependence of all contract documents.
• Observes and records jobsite activity in accordance with required contractual frequency.
• Manages effective document control mechanisms for the project to ensure that work is performed in accordance with contract documents.
• Evaluates change order requests including design changes, specifications and drawing releases and reports status.
• Evaluates submittals of shop drawings, material data and samples and takes appropriate action based upon contract specifications.
• Reviews and processes as-built drawings to ensure that all changes during the course of construction are recorded.
• Reviews the project schedule and assists the project manager in the maintenance of it as requested.
• Manages the request for information process in order to facilitate the timely exchange of information between designer and contractor.
• Assists the project manager in the maintenance of effective cost control mechanisms for the project.
• Completes project close out requirements in accordance with contract documents.
• Coordinates meeting agendas, prepares minutes and follows up on action items.
• Administers quality control program as outlined in the project procedures manual.
• Becomes familiar with safety requirements of the project and monitors compliance.
• Utilizes safe work practices and follows directives, policies and procedures for assisting and maintaining a healthy and safe work environment.
• Maintains effective and professional relationships with owners, architects, engineers and contractors.
• Executes additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Education and Experience

• Bachelors degree in construction management, Construction Engineering, Architecture or related degree preferred or related work experience.
• Minimum 1-year position related work or internship experience in construction management or related field preferred.

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of construction and engineering related processes, as well as industry practices.
• Knowledge of the roles and interdependence between the contractor, designer, owner and construction manager.
• Effective computer skills including proficient use of Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint software required, and project management (P6) and scheduling database (Prolog) software preferred.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to build and maintain effective interpersonal relationships.
• Ability to read and comprehend technical drawings and blueprints.
• Ability to demonstrate the competencies of achieving results, initiative, teamwork and analytical thinking.
• Commitment to the values of Kitchell with attention to honesty and integrity, quality of work and customer satisfaction.

License and Certifications

• A valid drivers license with an acceptable motor vehicle record, free from suspensions or restrictions, is required.

Work Environment While performing the duties of this job, the employee must regularly work in an office and/or construction environment. Conditions regularly include exposure to outdoor elements, hot/cold temperatures, wet conditions, noise, atmospheric conditions and cramped quarters. The noise level in the work environment is occasionally loud. Must frequently travel and relocate.

Physical Requirements While performing the duties of this job, the employee must regularly sit, stand, walk, talk or hear and use hands to finger, feel and handle; frequently reach with hands and arms; occasionally climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Must frequently lift and/or move 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Travel Requirements The position is based out of Sacramento traveling between schools in a district.

About Our Company Founded in 1950, Kitchell began as a commercial contracting business and over the years developed new talents and enterprises, acquiring complementary businesses and expertise to remain competitive. Today, Kitchell Corporation serves as the holding entity for several companies that are integral to Kitchells core business, as well as those that operate independently. We provide a wide range of services within the built environment, including general contracting, construction management, development, facilities management, engineering, architecture, and myriad other services. Our employees manage projects from our main offices located in Arizona, California, and Texas.

We offer an entrepreneurial environment that fosters personal and professional growth through in-house education programs, formal and informal mentoring, and cross-training opportunities. At Kitchell, we prioritize internal growth and building careers from within. We consistently rank among the top places to work, thanks to our tenured staff and outstanding benefits that are designed to enrich our employees physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being.

These benefits include company performance bonuses, discretionary stock options, incentive bonuses, health, and life insurance, health savings accounts (HSA) with wellness incentives, flexible spending accounts (FSA), 401(k) plans with a 4% company match, tuition reimbursement, weight loss programs, discounted auto insurance, identity theft protection, rewards programs, and much more.

Kitchell is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Compensation The annual base salary range for this role is currently $72,000 - $80,000. The Companys salary ranges are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual pay is determined through interviews and an assessment of various factors, including job-related skills, relevant education and experience, abilities of the applicant and equity with other team members. The annual base salary range listed here is subject to change at any time, in the Companys discretion, and does not alter in any way the at-will nature of the employment relationship.