Senior Project Engineer

About Rudolph & Sletten

In the last six decades, Rudolph and Sletten has built thousands of projects across our five California offices, from research centers designed to cure diseases, to institutions that educate future generations, to civic facilities and high-tech campuses that move our state forward.

Just like the buildings we construct, our reputation is built to stand the test of time. Our success is owed to our diverse, talented personnel combined with our technological expertise, honest estimates, innovative schedules, and ethical business practices.

We're excited to see where the future takes us. Between new building and construction technology, better earth-friendly materials and techniques, all our phenomenal employees and the amazing people we get to work with, we’re looking forward to building more award-winning projects for decades to come.

Across California, our recent projects include the Birch Aquarium, City of Hope Central Utility Plant, UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland Modernization New Hospital Building, UC Davis Health Medical Office Building (MOB) at the Folsom Health Facility, SFCCD City College Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM) Building and the UCSD Viterbi Family Vision Research Center. At Rudolph & Sletten, you’ll have the opportunity to work on a wide range of large, high-profile projects that make a meaningful impact in your community.

Extraordinary Projects need Exceptional Talent… Let’s Build

DESCRIPTION:

The primary function of a Senior Project Engineer is to assist the Project Manager and the Superintendent in organizing, controlling, scheduling, monitoring, and recording all activities which are part of the construction management of a project. This includes working to ensure construction is progressing as scheduled and contract specifications are adhered to and leading and directing the work of others. Demonstrate extensive knowledge of standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the construction field. This position reports directly to the Project Manager, Superintendent, and all other assigned supervisors.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Schedule and lead coordination meetings with subcontractors and design teams and document information reviewed 

• Inspect construction site daily and manage subcontractors to their contract documents 

• Participate in job walks to document work performed and report findings for status updates, potential issues, and concerns 

• Coordinate all submittals between subcontractors 

• Thorough understanding of owner and subcontractor contracts, including General Conditions and exclusions 

• Review designs and drawings for crafts installing materials and qualifications 

• Review all types of Submittals and Shop Drawings for compliance with contract documents 

• Research and resolve drawing interpretation problems, conflicts, interference, and errors to then research and initiate RFIs if needed  

• Initiates and processes RFIs, then reviews RFI response for completeness and follow up as needed 

• Understands potential change order (PCO) process, including change order validation, creation, assembly, and submission to the owner 

• Understand and manage all Submittals, RFIs, Close Out, Punch List, Emergency Logistic Plans, and all other document processes to/from consultants, owners, and subcontractors  

• Identify risks (financial and schedule) based on submittal responses. 

• Train R&S staff, Owner, and Design Team in the proper use and process of Submittals, RFIs, Close Out, Punch List 

• Review, analyze and resolve field construction problems, discrepancies, and interference within area of discipline with A/E supervision, owner, and other contractors as required 

• Prepares and disseminates all required documentation records such as status reports, punch lists describing work items to be done, sketches of work already completed, material requirement calculations, etc., to the supervisor 

• Review and comment on the design comments as required. Knowledgeable in value engineering/design phase engineering process 

• Attends meetings with other contractors, subcontractors, owners, or A/E representatives to coordinate design and construction efforts 

• Demonstrates advanced knowledge of construction equipment and techniques, drawings, specifications, building materials, and required standards applicable to required applicable industry standards  

• Generates queries and reports in Procore construction software 

• Performs quantity takeoffs 

• Establishes and completes submittal, project close-out logs 

• Manage Substantial Completion, Certificate of Occupancy, Notice of Completion, warranties/guarantees, and the project closeout process  

• Updates field work procedure documents as required and researches and interprets codes, technical manuals, journals, etc. as needed 

• Reviews A/E supplied drawings and purchases order specifications to ensure that vendor has adequate information to provide required field furnished material, the material has been ordered, and delivery dates support the schedule

• Demonstrates ability to be dependable, consistent, diligent, and thorough in day-to-day tasks 

• Analyzes and resolves complex construction process problems and issues and effectively communicates while interfacing with all levels of personnel 

• Ability to follow instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job 

• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills 

• Performs work tasks by receiving direction and then working independently with interest in quickly learning and applying new skills and abilities 

• Exercises creativity and resourcefulness in completing tasks accurately in a compressed time frame 

• Handles a varied workload and multiple priorities while working as a team with coworkers to accomplish company and project goals 

• Performs additional duties as assigned by supervisor 

• Train and manage the project team in document control administration protocol for the project  

• Create and maintain project metrics for tracking document control using logs, charts, or graphs  

• Assist Project Manager in project setup to establish document control administration protocol, including establishing and documenting processes and procedures  

• Manage the project close-out process, including document collection, organization, turnover, and project archiving. 

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management is required;

• Minimum five (5) years of experience in the field or in a related area.

• Working knowledge of surveying techniques and equipment, assigned discipline design and overall engineering standards is necessary.

• Experience with large commercial projects; healthcare, higher education, corporate campuses, justice, science & technology is desired.

• Special skills: Computer skills with the ability to use MS Office Suite with proficiency, strong Excel and OBDC, or familiar with data mining platforms, and Bluebeam

• Working knowledge of Procore or similar construction software is required. Advanced knowledge of blueprint reading required

• Working knowledge of scheduling and estimating software. Proficient understanding of Primavera P6  

Corporate Philosophy:

Rudolph and Sletten is focused on exceeding our client’s expectations. We provide our clients with exceptional service resulting in quality projects through transparent, consistent and predictable management processes and procedures. Essential to our achievement is our team of highly competent employees who maintain integrity, strive for excellence, engage in personal and professional growth and training, and utilize the most current advancements in technology.

Extraordinary projects begin with exceptional people. At Rudolph and Sletten, we turn vision into reality, transforming concepts into tangible places that strengthen communities and move industries forward.