Project Engineer II
Description For Project Engineer II
PMA Consultants is seeking a Project Engineer II to provide technical and engineering support across multiple college projects within Los Angeles, CA. This role involves coordinating with a diverse team, including project managers, construction managers, contractors, architects, engineers, and other stakeholders, to ensure projects meet specifications and standards.
Key responsibilities include:
- Supporting College Project Teams (CPT) and coordinating with Program Management Office (PMO) staff
- Participating in and occasionally leading design and construction meetings
- Conducting field inspections to ensure project compliance
- Assisting in preparing written materials and project status reports
- Reviewing and processing construction change orders and field orders
- Overseeing contractors and consultants, including invoice review and approval
- Assessing and managing project risks
- Facilitating resolutions of construction and design issues
The ideal candidate will have:
- 5-8 years of recent professional experience in project management or construction management
- A Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, business, or a related field
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and make sound decisions independently
- Preferred experience with educational programs/projects, DSA projects, and large public works programs
- Familiarity with Proliance or similar Project Management Information Systems (PMIS)
- Professional credentials such as PE, CCM, or PMP are preferred
- Advanced degrees like MBA or MS in business or engineering are a plus
PMA offers a combination of workplace options, including office location, work-from-home, or client site. The company is committed to a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion, and encourages staff to develop long-term careers. They offer competitive pay and benefits, wellness programs, and career development opportunities.
Join a team that has achieved a world-class reputation in the construction industry and has been voted a "Best Place to Work." PMA is an equal opportunity employer and a VEVRAA federal contractor.
Responsibilities For Project Engineer II
- Provide support to College Project Teams (CPT), including project managers and construction managers
- Coordinate with Program Management Office (PMO) staff, contractors, architects, engineers, and other relevant personnel
- Participate in and occasionally lead design and construction meetings
- Conduct field inspections to ensure project compliance with job specifications, plans, and regulatory requirements
- Assist in preparing written materials, including correspondence, reports, procedures, and guidelines
- Support the development of various project status reports
- Review and process construction change orders and field orders
- Oversee contractors and consultants, including invoice review and approval
- Assess and manage project risks, including the development of mitigation strategies
- Facilitate resolutions of construction and design issues
- Maintain accurate project documentation in both electronic and paper formats
Requirements For Project Engineer II
- 5-8 years of recent professional experience in project management or construction management roles
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, business, or a related field
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and make sound decisions independently
- Physical ability to stand or sit for long periods, lift up to 15 pounds, and spend extended hours in front of a computer screen
- Problem-solving, written, and verbal communication skills
- Computer and software skills
- Ability to read and interpret text online or in printed form
Benefits For Project Engineer II
- Medical insurance
- Prescription coverage
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid time off
- 401(k) with company match
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Professional development reimbursement
