Project Engineer

Subsidiary: Sully Miller Holding Co.
Sully-Miller Contracting Co., the Colas USA subsidiary that operates throughout Southern California, is a company with over 100 years in the construction industry. Since 1923, Sully-Miller has become one of the premier construction contractors in Southern California, building much of the region’s infrastructure including airports, seaports, rail and intermodal, military/federal, roads, highways, and specialty projects. To learn more about Sully-Miller Contracting Co. visit www.sully-miller.com.
Throughout Colas USA, we provide competitive pay, outstanding benefits, career advancement opportunities, professional education, and extensive training for every employee. We pride ourselves on upholding the highest standards of safety, environmental conservation, and ethical conduct as we strive to grow our infrastructure products and services through empowering and developing our people, fostering innovation, utilizing new technology, and maximizing vertical integration at all levels of the company’s value chain. To learn more about the Colas USA Family of Companies, please visit www.colasusa.com.
Sully-Miller Contracting Co., and the rest of the Colas USA Family of Companies, is part of the Colas Group, the worldwide leader in transportation infrastructure construction and maintenance. For information on our international network visit www.colas.com.

JOB SUMMARY

The Project Engineer will be responsible for assisting in the management of project(s) by means of cost management and analysis, scheduling, billings, and project management. They will also be encouraged to perform field and office engineering, administrative, and technical duties.

EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering/Construction management or Equivalent Experience or combination
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in road construction or a related field
• Valid CA driver’s license with an excellent driving record

SKILLS

• Ability to multitask efficiently and be flexible
• Ability to read/understand drawings
• Ability to work independently and as a team
• Ability to work under pressure and meet short deadlines and process projects quickly
• Excellent attention to detail
• Excellent organizational skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Excellent math skills
• Must be accurate and detailed in all job aspects
• Must be a self-starter
• Must be able to plan read
• Must rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals
• Previous knowledge of Caltrans and Greenbook Specifications
• Proficient in Word, Excel, JD Edwards, Suretrack, P3-P6, and Heavy Job
• Strong Engineering background
• Strong tendency to take initiative

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to use hands and fingers in order to type and carry reports should the need require
• Ability to stand, walk, and reach with arms and hands throughout the workday should the need arise
• Ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, and crouch should the need arise
• Ability to sit for a long period of time, possibly more than 90% of the workday
• Ability to see clearly or with assistance via vital correction
• Ability to speak on telephone/radio
• Ability to walk on uneven surfaces
• Must be able to drive a company vehicle

Colas Inc. and its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer. For details on the specifics of this commitment, please click here to view the EEO document. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to:

• to meet the requirements of the role in which you are applying
• complete any part of the application process
• access or use the online application process and need an alternative method for applying

Please contact Colas Inc. at 973-290-9082 or send an email to ColasRecruiter@colasinc.com

• Analyze project(s) costs through time sheets, weekly quantities and job cost reports
• Assist Superintendent(s) and project manager with project operations, schedules, and cost management
• Assist in producing monthly billing estimates for agency and subcontractors
• Assist with the development of project(s) long term and short-term schedule
• Assist the Project manager with extra work billings and claims issues
• Assist the Project Manager with final pay quantities, claims, and project closeout procedures
• Attend pre-job and weekly meetings with agencies/owners
• Connect with agency(s), superintendent(s), subcontractor(s), foremen, estimator(s)
• Compile all submittals and RFIs, review against the contract documents and submit to the owner
• Coordinate subcontractor/vendors in accordance with project schedule
• Ensure a safe project site and work environment in accordance with the Sully-Miller policy while actively participating with Goal Zero principles
• Establish and maintain both cost report and billing quantities
• Handle positions that may report to the Project Engineer such as the project clerk and/or Project Engineer intern
• Other duties as assigned
• Receive all returned documents and distribute appropriately
• Verify and approve vendor payables, supervise vendor quantities through timesheets and physical accounting