Project Engineer Jobs in Berkeley, CA (NOW HIRING)

About the company

Overaa Construction has been building the Bay Area since 1907.
Based in Richmond, we are a leading general contractor serving commercial, education, healthcare, life science, water, industrial, energy, and transportation markets. What truly sets Overaa apart is our people — a team of highly skilled, self-performing craft professionals backed by a culture that feels more like family than a job site.

For more than a decade, Overaa has been recognized as a Bay Area Best Place to Work and consistently outperforms industry benchmarks in compensation and benefits. We’re proud of our legacy, serious about quality, and excited to welcome talented builders who share our values and want to grow their careers with a company that’s here for the long haul.

Location Requirement: This role requires on‑site work in Richmond, CA. Only candidates currently residing within commuting distance or already planning a move to the Bay Area will be considered. 

Job Description

An Overaa Project Engineer (PE) is a contributing member of the project team and is instrumental in project success through engagement with craft field operations and supporting project management duties. As a member of an individual Project Team, the PE is responsible for the smooth administration of their project(s) including close collaboration with the Superintendent and the Project Manager to support the needs of the project. The PE participates in scheduling, estimating, cost control, document control, and jobsite production with the overall goal of achieving the maximum profit. Project Engineers may also be assigned responsibilities in estimating, business development and preconstruction.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and manage submittal process
• Manage and Process RFI’s
• PCO Development and management of Change Order Process
• Subcontract Management
• Project Document Control
• Develop and manage procurement tracking log
• Support Project Startup
• Assist Superintendent in preparation of the weekly 'Short Term Look Ahead Schedule' to monitor progress and assure all work is scheduled for maximum efficiency.
• Attend and participate in all project meetings.
• Manage project closeout including punchlist, O&Ms, spare parts, and Warranties
• Support project team in development of project specific workplans.

Attributes

• Passion for construction.
• Strategic thinker and team player.
• Thrives in a fun and entrepreneurial environment.
• Excellent communication and organization skills.
• Proactively and collaboratively works to solve problems.
• Conducts all business activities according to company values including loyalty, humility, reliability, and a can-do attitude.

Overall Responsibilities and Authority

• The PE works equally and directly for both the PM and the project Superintendent.
• Performs project duties with an appropriate sense of urgency.
• Works as a team with assigned superintendent(s), Project Managers to build projects in a controlled manner.
• The role of the PE on a project is to administer project business including document control, startup activities including buyout, submittal management, RFI processing, Subcontractor coordination, and supporting the technical and administrative needs of the Superintendent.
• Primarily located on the project site. If assigned to the site, it is expected the PE at his desk ready to work at the beginning of the work day on site.
• Acts as a company representative to the Owner on assigned projects.
• Maintains strict adherence to Company processes and procedures.
• Studies the prime contract with the owner and is responsible to know our rights and obligations under the contract.
• Understands the notice provisions of the prime contract and follows strict adherence to them to preserve our rights and reduce our risk.
• The PE is empowered to escalate issues to more senior managers to seek greater company support at the earliest sign of jeopardy of the project's success.

Qualifications

• 2 - 5 years of relevant project experience in of all phases of construction.
• Degree in Construction Management, civil engineering, mechanical engineering, environmental engineering, or related field.
• Organized with a systematic approach to achieve high level results.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to manage diverse personalities.
• Expertise in QSP, SWPPP, LEED and sustainability is a plus.
• Knowledge of Procore, PlanGrid, Bluebeam, Revit, SketchUp, AutoCAD, Primavera, Navisworks, Microsoft Project, and Viewpoint project manager software is a plus.

Benefits:

As part of our on-going commitment to our employees, we offer extremely competitive and comprehensive benefit packages.

• Competitive Salary
• Incentive/Bonus Plans
• Medical Insurance/Pharmacy Coverage
• Dental/Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pre-Tax Child/Elder Care
• Life Insurance/Long Term Disability
• 401(k)/Profit Sharing
• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off Benefits
• On-site gym and wellness program
• Corporate Philanthropy -- Overaa Cares Program
• Professional Training - Continuous Improvement Program

Equal Opportunity Employer:          

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

The anticipated salary range for this position is $95,000 to $115,000 per year. This does not include bonus compensation or other benefits such as health, disability, life, retirement, or other benefits which may impact total compensation. The actual offered salary to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to skill set, experience, education, qualifications, and location. This salary range is subject to future modification.

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