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Hoffman Construction Company OSM Project Engineer in Sunnyvale, California
POSITION SUMMARY: We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented an experienced Project Engineer to join our Off-Site Manufacturing (OSM) Team. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the planning, design, and execution of modularized components within the construction project. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, ensuring that all off-site manufacturing processes align with the project specifications, budget, and timelines. This role will work within the Construction Management Department and will report to the OSM Project Manager. This position is on the front line to aid in avoiding and solving technical problems that arise and driving OSM innovations. This role will also help lead our OSM quality control efforts on the project site, which includes document review during preconstruction, construction, commissioning, and closeout activities. This position will be fully on-site located in Sunnyvale, CA.
JOIN THE HOFFMAN TEAM
When you ask a Hoffman employee what stands out most about the company, across the board they say, "the people”. Hoffman provides employees with the freedom and independence to solve challenges without bureaucratic second-guessing, opportunities to build the most exciting projects and amazing benefits. We provide health insurance, paid time off, a generous retirement program and highly competitive pay. We take care of each other by offering free primary healthcare to our employees and their families through our dedicated healthcare clinics. We encourage team building and giving back through community events. Hoffman is an employee-owned company, giving our employee-owners a stake in the company's long-term success.
Headquartered in the Northwest, Hoffman has been building some of the most exciting projects in the world for over a century. We work in a wide range of markets; from urban high-rise towers and cultural projects such as museums and libraries; to advanced technology, industrial manufacturing facilities; water treatment plants; healthcare facilities and more. We have had the good fortune to build many of the region's most significant and challenging projects, including the Portland International Airport, Space Needle Century Project, Oregon Convention Center, Seattle Central Library, MoPOP, Colman Dock, Washington Park Reservoir, Portland's South Waterfront, Tillamook Creamery Visitors Center, Doernbecher Children's Hospital and many more.
Our people take pride in their work, support each other above all else, and drive our commitment to exceptional construction. Many of our employees have been here for 30+ years; people often join us straight out of college/apprenticeships and stay for their entire careers. We are looking for builders with a wide range of talent to join our team; could you be the next employee of Hoffman?
Salary Range: $76,500 - $100,000 annually, depending on experience.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assist in the daily planning and coordination of OSM manufacturing activities, ensuring alignment with project timelines and deliverables.
Interface between Area Construction Managers, multiple subcontractors, and vendors.
Verify all documentation is complete and that the approved materials and equipment are being installed correctly, completely, and safely.
Clearly understand Building Information Modeling (BIM) to ensure the interface between models and construction are being coordinated and clash free.
Help to drive innovation within the design and construction planning through all phases of the project.
Manage OSM data performances and specific OSM data metrics.
Thoroughly review and process project submittal information, ensuring full coordination, accuracy, and functionality of each component.
Receive, publish, and distribute requests for information (RFI) and change in scope documents to OSM members.
Assist in the buyout and procurement of OSM subcontractors and equipment, including on-going review OSM subcontracts and contract modifications.
Assist in estimating and tracking project budgets and expenditures, identifying opportunities for cost savings.
Support in the review of all project billings and billing schedule of values for OSM subcontractors and vendors as required.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Position Related Skills
Proficient in Windows and Microsoft Office 365 (Excel, Word, Outlook, Power Point and Teams), and have a general understanding of working within a computer network.
Experience with project management software such as Prolog, Procore, E-Builder, Bluebeam, Microsoft Project, and Primavera Project Planner (P6).
Experience or willing to learn design software such as AutoCAD, Revit and Navisworks.
Training in design and construction document reading, design specifications, survey theory and techniques.
Experience in organizing technical data in a neat and accurate method. Familiar with CSI specification system for construction.
Demonstrate a thorough understanding of all aspects of construction.
Highly developed visual observation and interpretation skills.
Ability to work well and maintain a cooperative attitude through high-pressure situations.
Excellent time-management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work while frequently interrupted by phone calls and questions on work in progress.
Excellent written and oral communication skills with an ability to develop strong interpersonal relationships.
Ability to work closely with variety of trade and craft people in a field work situation. Patience and professionalism are essential.
Must be a dedicated team player with the ability to collaborate with various personnel within and across departments and at all levels of leadership.
Work schedule must be flexible to allow extended hours or off-shift work to accommodate changing construction schedule and sequences.
Professional Skills and Education
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Industrial, Manufacturing, Automation, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical), Construction Management, Architecture, or equivalent degree and/or equivalent field work experience required.
A minimum of five (5) years of Mechanical/Electrical/Plumbing construction or pre-fabrication experience required. Structural experience highly preferred.
Specific experience in industrial and/or hi-tech semiconductor manufacturing projects is highly preferred.
LEED Accredited Professional, or the ability to become accredited within eighteen (18) months preferred.
High School diploma or GED required.
Education background in materials and methods of construction.
PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
Standing/Walking/Sitting: Workday is a combination of being stationary and moving about the work location.
Must be able to climb stairs: Must be able to ascend and descend ladders, scaffolds, stairs, and work in confined spaces.
Hands/Arms: Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer. Frequently operates machinery and will use hands/fingers and legs to operate, activate, use, prepare, inspect, place, detect and position materials.
Sight: Specific vision abilities required include close vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus in an outdoor environment. Must be able to safely operate a vehicle with a valid driver's license. The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; reading printed and digital documents.
Hearing: Must be able to work in proximity to loud equipment more than 75% of the time. Must be able to wear hearing protection as necessary. Often required to communicate with customers and coworkers in an office setting and on the job site.
Speech: Ability to communicate laws, ordinances, plans, regulations, protocols, directives, and standard operating procedures related to project scope in English.
Lift/Carry: Must have the ability to lift or manipulate 50 pounds to a height of 3 feet and carry or push it 50-100 feet.
Bending/Twisting: Frequent.
Kneeling/Crouching/Crawling: Must be able to regularly position self in a kneeling, crouching or crawling position for the purpose of examining project work.
Must use independent judgment, and organizational and problem-solving skills to determine best method to accomplish desired results.
Application review will consider without limitation the following criteria: qualifications, education, and experience specific to the job description/duties as well as prior experience with Hoffman Construction. Applicants must be able to pass the Hoffman Drug and Alcohol test.
Hoffman Construction is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
This job description is intended to outline the general nature and level of work being performed by employees. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of responsibilities, duties, or skills required of the employee of this job. Furthermore, this description is subject to change at the discretion of the company, with or without notice.
** Please note, we are not able to offer sponsorship for this position *
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