Project Engineer

Full Time
Remote
Posted
Job description
Who is Acton ADU?
We’re a rapidly growing team in the Silicon Valley construction space located in Campbell, California. We have a 30+ year legacy in construction and our sole focus is on making a positive impact on the California housing crisis through the efficient sale, design, permitting, and construction of quality ADUs (Accessory Dwelling Units).

Our Mission: Build a statewide ADU company that helps people thrive

Ultimately, we strive to infuse Silicon Valley culture into a traditional industry. We believe in these fundamental truths:
  • We innovate.
  • We work together.
  • We care about people.

Who are you?
You are a leader. You are looking for a once-in-a-lifetime career opportunity to be an integral part of transforming a small, successful company into a large, highly efficient organization that has an oversized impact. The idea of being part of a tight, motivated, supportive team gets you jazzed.

You’re inspired to create efficiencies and love tight communication to get things done. You’ve got a handle on complexity and scheduling. Nothing excites you more than a well-oiled, humming project.

You take pride in squeezing out efficiencies, pleasing customers, hitting deadlines, and coming in under budget to make your projects more profitable. You’re efficient and professional work leaves teams feeling accomplished.

THE ROLE
REPORTS TO: Director of Project Management (or Project Manager)

SUMMARY:
The Project Engineer assists & supports the Production team in performing administrative functions such as transmitting documents to/from Client/Subcontractors/Suppliers/etc., general Document Controls, monthly billings, assisting in subcontractor & supplier billings/invoices, assisting in job-site material orders/deliveries, and other tasks as assigned by the Director of Project Management.

KEY INTERFACES: Director of Project Management , Project Manager, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Design Team, Sales Team, and Clients

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Processes and tracks entire submittal process with owner or client: contacts subcontractors for items to be submitted, submits documentation, manages T&D logs.
  • Processes and tracks formal correspondence with Clients and Subcontractors.
  • Create and process Subcontracts.
  • Assist Production Team with job-site compliance tracking.
  • Create and manage Purchase Orders, and manage material tracking and deliveries.
  • Ensure timely material deliveries for all components of the work for Subcontractors, Owner-furnished contractor-installed items, as well as our self-work.
  • Discover and resolve interface conflicts between the Company and our Subcontractors, as well as between different Subcontractors.
  • Process and code all invoices for payment with Accounts Payable.
  • Create and process monthly pay applications.
  • Update and maintain Procore, GSuite, and other software used in operations.
  • Create, manage, and distribute RFIs.
  • Receive, price, and manage Change Orders in Client / Acton and Acton / Subcontractor environments.
  • Analyze and monitor ongoing project costs versus project budget. Maintain costs-to-date.
  • Create and manage baseline project schedule with Design and Production Teams.
  • Create and maintain safety meetings/logs.
  • Work with the project Foreman or Superintendent to facilitate the sharing of resources:
    • Safety – gather updated MSDS sheets for Subcontractors and our work through the submittal process to ensure accurate records are kept. Monitor any additional safety measures necessary to be incorporated into job planning and execution.
    • Permits & Licenses – gather any licenses or permits required for the project, ie. business licenses and/or permits.
    • Production & Cost Reporting - properly set up budgets and cost control as required to accurately track costs to create future production rates.
    • Quality Control – check-in materials ordered to ensure compliance with the contract documents or approved submittals.
    • Customer Relations – visit/communicate with the client, subcontractors, and architect/engineer to ensure proper flow of information.
    • Schedule- assist in developing and updating a modified baseline schedule. On any project where a scheduled narrative may be necessary, it is the Project Engineer’s responsibility to write and submit the narrative.

ESSENTIAL JOB QUALIFICATIONS
REQUIRED SKILLS: Proficiency in various software programs such as MS Office, GSuite, etc.

PREFERRED SKILLS: Experience and proficiency in Procore and MS Project.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: This position requires two or more years of experience performing work in the role of Project Engineer or a similar position. A college degree in a related field of study is preferred but not required for candidates with proven past work experience.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: To successfully perform the essential duties of this position, an individual must be able to be at a desk for four or more hours per day and have a dedicated working space (for remote workers). Reasonable accommodations may be made to assist individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER: The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and required skills for the position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

CULTURE
What to expect at Acton:
Acton ADU has a special culture. A collaborative, values-first team focus that creates a strong environment for improvement and advancement, as well as produces the highest quality work.
  • You will have a voice – we listen to you and take ideas and feedback seriously.
  • You will have interesting, challenging work – you won’t be bored.
  • You will be on a happy team, in a cohesive environment, where everyone feels free to be themselves and have their needs met.

What our team loves about Acton ADU:
  • We are driven by having a lasting impact on the world and knowing that our time is spent positively impacting the lives of others. We are doers, because we know making a direct impact matters when it comes to achieving our mission of solving the housing crisis.
  • We are committed to a diverse and inclusive culture that spurs innovation and creates a meaningful and impactful work environment.
  • We have fun together at our weekly team meetings, company-sponsored family events, and great culture and work environment.

Compensation:
Full-time employment with Acton ADU includes:
  • Salary.
  • Matching 401K.
  • Health.
  • Dental.
  • Paid Vacation.
  • An opportunity to be a part of a growing, developing organization.
  • A supportive, engaged team is eager to support you.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer:
We extend equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy status, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic disposition, or any other reason protected by law.


About Acton Construction:

Stan Acton has been a builder since he was 10 years old. It began the day he broke his father’s wooden mallet. The mallet had been crafted by Stan’s father when he was a kid, on his own father’s Shopsmith lathe. Stan was devastated and rushed to grab a piece of firewood. He carefully took the wood, placed it on his father’s Shopsmith-and in that moment, his passion for carpentry was born.Today Acton Construction is a Design-Build company with enthusiasm for crafting beautiful homes that are functional, lasting, and charming. Acton Construction thrives through established processes and utilizing expertise to provide customers with certainty, transparency, and value-always. This is Acton’s legacy.

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