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Project Engineer

  2026-06-09     Underground Construction Company     Benicia,CA  
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OverviewProject Engineer provides support to the Superintendent & Project Managers on an assigned project. Performs routine daily activities & assist in gathering & distributing information to team members.About UCCO:Underground Construction Co., Inc. has provided quality gas, power, airport fueling and telecom construction services for over 80 years. Since laying our first pipe in 1936, we have successfully completed thousands of government, commercial and private sector construction projects throughout the United States. Underground Construction Co., Inc. is one of the oldest and most respected contractors in the West. We continue to lead our industry in safety, quality, customer satisfaction and community service. Our complete and diverse range of construction services includes gas transmission and distribution, electrical transmission and distribution, airport fueling facilities, industrial and special projects, telecommunications, and utilities.ResponsibilitiesServes as project technical resource to interpret plans and specificationsResolves questions and problems as they ariseParticipate in the development of the project estimate & associated negotiationsAcquire vendor & subcontractor quotesWork with the safety department to develop a site‑specific safety planDiscuss weekly safety topic with the construction team and participate in daily safety briefsCoordinate project specific materials pickup & delivery to jobsiteWork with the Superintendent to obtain & set up the required yard & office equipmentDevelop & accurately update the project scheduleReport production quantities on a weekly basisSubmit weekly report to the owner containing project status, schedule update, safety report, two‑week look ahead, outstanding issues, & pending change ordersTrack, analyze, & report costs of labor, equipment, & material, subcontractors, outside rentals & truckingMaintain communications with all members of the construction team including the owner & its representatives, the inspection team, subcontractors & any other stakeholders involvedForecast project Cost to Complete & present findings to executives on a monthly basisSubmit RFIs to the owner for questions & change order conditionsPrepare a set of red line As‑Built drawings for the owner's archiveCloseout project when complete, including hosting the project closeout meeting, indexing all the project documents into the project file, and submitting internal closeout documentationOther related duties and projects as assignedQualificationsBachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering or equivalentExperience in place of the degree would be 5 (Five) years as a Project Coordinator, with field experience in various divisions throughout the companyAcquired certain specialized skills from exposure to specific projects, technologies, or industries (e.g., fueling, electrical, or gas)Possesses strong written & verbal communications skills & manages time effectivelyAbility to read and understand drawings and specificationsStrong computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office programs including Microsoft Project & ExcelDetail oriented with a positive attitude & eagerness to learnAbility to work extended hours when necessary for business needsExperience working in construction is a plusDemonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environmentAbility and willingness to travel as neededAbility to maintain a valid driver's licenseSupervisory ResponsibilitiesAssists with the training and efficiency of Project CoordinatorsPhysical RequirementsWork is performed at project sites and in an office and/or trailerSedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.Pay- $ 80,000 - $ 101,000 /Annually *Depending on ExperienceBenefits include medical, dental, vision, 401KOur projects are regulated by federal and state laws which require all employees to successfully pass criminal background checks, MVR, and drug tests (post-employment and random testing). The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time. This job description is subject to change at any time.Our Company is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.EO/AA/Disability/Veteran Employer#J-18808-Ljbffr


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