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Baker Civil Works

BEI Civil Works - Project Engineer II

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A Civil Engineer designs and supervises large construction projects such as public buildings, roads, and waterways. Designs projects that meet the needs of users and the public and are structurally sound. Addresses environmental and land use issues in project design. May specialize in a particular aspect of design and construction, or a particular type of construction, such as transportation systems.

$116,181 / year median in California

+0% projected growth

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Job Description

BEI Civil Works
  • Project Engineer II Baker Civil Works Escondido, CA Job Details Full-time $75,000
  • $95,000 a year 15 hours ago Benefits Wellness program Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Employee stock ownership plan Retirement plan Qualifications Construction procurement Record keeping Contract documentation review Correspondence management Project development phase management Construction specifications Contract review Project engineering Microsoft Excel Construction RFI responses Microsoft Outlook Construction cost control Construction schedule coordination Project change management Bachelor's degree in construction management Operations coordination planning Bachelor's degree in business Engineering project drawing management Process improvement Mid-level Bachelor's degree Engineering project budget management Working on construction projects in a civil infrastructure role Task prioritization As-built drawing coordination Construction document control Organizational skills Microsoft Teams Schedule creation Construction stakeholder communication Full Job Description At Baker Electric we are energized by truly living our values•Team Builders, Relentless Follow Through, All-In, and Care for Others.
When our team members work together with these things in mind, we do great things both individually and as an organization. Being an employee-owned company shows our drive for sustainable, long-term growth while enhancing the lives of our team members.
SUMMARY:
The Project Engineer II supports the Project Manager in planning, coordinating, documenting, and executing civil construction projects from turnover through closeout. This role serves as a key liaison between the field and office, helping maintain project schedules, document control, procurement, cost tracking, change management, quality standards, and client expectations. The Project Engineer II works with growing independence, may support multiple project phases, and may be assigned to an office or project site based on business needs.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide project engineering support to Project Managers across planning, coordination, execution, and closeout activities. Review contract documents, plans, specifications, drawings, and project scope to develop familiarity with project requirements and support project coordination. Assist with project schedules by tracking milestones, delivery dates, subcontractor requirements, manpower needs, two-week look-aheads, and other project activities as directed. Maintain and organize project documentation, including RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, change orders, correspondence, permits, drawings, and project records. Prepare, track, and follow up on RFIs, product submittals, shop drawings, and responses under the direction of the Project Manager or Project Engineer. Assist with reviewing supplier and subcontractor submittals, materials, equipment, shop drawings, product information, and related documentation for completeness and alignment with project requirements. Support change management by gathering field information, assisting with takeoffs, documenting potential changes, and preparing supporting information for change order estimates or proposals. Assist with project cost and financial processes, including schedule of values, billing documentation, committed cost review, budget tracking, and follow-up on outstanding items as directed. Participate in internal and external project meetings to gain an understanding of project progress, scheduling, budgeting, material needs, manpower, and other project coordination items. Communicate with field teams to gather information related to site activities, construction operations, sequencing, material needs, and project coordination. Assist the project team with identifying potential value-engineering, process improvement, and risk-mitigation opportunities. Help ensure current drawings and project information are available to appropriate team members and assist with maintaining updated office and field drawing sets. Support project closeout activities by helping gather record drawings, O&M manuals, warranties, training documentation, punch list items, and other required closeout documents. Attend on-site project meetings, walk-throughs, and job walks with Project Managers, Project Engineers, or field leadership as needed. Develop working knowledge of project management processes, civil construction practices, and company procedures while progressively taking on additional responsibilities as experience and proficiency increase.
EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, AND SKILLS
Minimum 2 years of project engineering, field engineering, project coordination, estimating, or related civil construction experience. Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Business, or related field preferred; equivalent construction experience, field experience, or completion of a related construction training program may be considered. Working knowledge of civil construction plans, specifications, site plans, grading plans, utility plans, construction terminology, and basic construction sequencing. Experience or familiarity with RFIs, submittals, change orders, procurement, document control, scheduling, and project closeout processes. Proficiency in Microsoft Office/O365 applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and Teams. Experience with project management, document control, scheduling, estimating, or construction technology platforms preferred. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, follow-through, and ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced construction environment. Ability to communicate professionally and work effectively with Project Managers, field leadership, subcontractors, vendors, clients, and internal teams. Ability to recognize project issues, gather information, document details, and communicate questions or concerns to the appropriate project team member. Field experience or exposure to civil construction, site development, utilities, grading, or related construction activities is a plus. At Baker, we are proud to be an employee-owned company. When you join, you will have the opportunity for a great career and the financial benefits of being an owner. Through our ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan), eligible employees can become part owners of the company. Instead of just receiving a paycheck, you will be given shares of the company's stock over time. As the company prospers, the value of these shares can increase, providing you with a potential wealth-building opportunity in addition to a competitive compensation package. The ESOP will enable you to share the company's success and growth. For more information regarding employee ownership at Baker Electric and its significant potential, click here: Employee Stock Ownership Program | Baker Electric (baker-electric.com)
PAY TRANSPARENCY
The starting salary for this opportunity range is listed. Other rewards may include annual bonus eligibility based on company and individual performance, short
  • and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards.
Baker provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, an Employee-Owned Program (ESOP), paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO). A candidate's salary history will not be used in compensation decisions. Please note that the compensation information is a good-faith estimate for this position. It assumes a rate based on location and experience.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Baker Electric is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer / Disability / Veteran. We thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If you are selected for an interview, a Baker Recruiter will contact you directly from our organization with a @baker-electric.com email.