Project Engineer
Transdev Metrolink in San Dimas, CA is hiring for a Project Engineer. The Civil Estimator/Engineer is a member of the construction-estimating team who is responsible for independently preparing the civil sections of a bid project, its development and construction document estimates including soliciting and evaluating subcontractor bids and scopes of work, preparing quantity surveys, and reviewing project plans and specifications for all civil categories of work (e.g. grading, underground utilities/storm drains, paving, SWPPP, BMP, etc. This individual will support the track construction and estimating team on the civil aspects of the project, under the supervision of the Chief Estimator.
Transdev is proud to offer:
Competitive compensation of $89,000-$115,000/year.
Benefits include:
Vacation: minimum of two (2) weeks
Sick days: 5 days
Holidays: 12 days; 8 standard and 4 floating
Other standard benefits: 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental and vision, life insurance, short-term disability, voluntary long-term disability.
Benefits may vary depending on location policy. The above represents the standard Corporate Policy.
Key Responsibilities:
Civil Estimating/Technical Functions:
Performs accurate, thorough, and timely quantity takeoffs using excel, and company's estimating program - Heavy bid.
Ability to communicate and obtains bid clarification on plans and specifications during the bidding process of the ITB/TFB and RFP
Solicits and analyzes material pricing from vendors and subcontractors.
Performs technical/plan review when required.
Accurately assesses and plans takeoff workload
Develop unit costs accurately
Attend pre-bid meetings and job walks.
Bid development and assembly for final bid submission.
Perform other relative office/site functions when delegated to do so.
Assist the Chief Estimator and PM to process submittals and shop drawings for approval
Assist the Chief Estimator and PM for project change order proposals.
Assists the Chief Estimator and PM in the development of the Bid into a project plan.
Communicate and coordinate with the project team on material submittals and approvals.
Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science in Construction Management, Engineering, or related fields with a minimum of 3 years of civil construction and estimating experience.
Knowledgeable in some of the following: civil/site construction, foundation, grading and paving, underground utilities/underdrain, storm drain systems, excavation, etc.
Strong computer skills include the ability to use/learn the Heavy Bid estimating software, word process, spread sheets, and company communication tools, such as email, internet, and Microsoft products (e.g., Word, Excel, Office, Outlook).
Possess good organizational skills and strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work under pressure in a challenging environment, and willing to work long hours including weekends when needed and required.
Must have a valid driver's license with a good driving record with no more than three (3) moving violations and no DUI's within the last three (3) years to be considered for the job
Must pass a pre-employment physical examination including a drug screen and alcohol test to be considered for the job.
Physical Requirements:
The essential functions of this position require the ability to:
Work outside in varying temperature, weather, and humidity conditions-100% of the job is performed outside, work alone and in remote locations.
Sit for extended periods (up to 6-8 hours per day); frequently walk for long distances and on possible sloped ground or slippery and uneven surfaces
Push and pull objects up to 25 pounds, occasionally throughout the workday; lift material weighing up to 50 lbs. with or without assistance; occasionally bend, kneel, or crouch to files or equipment stored at ground level
Withstand heavy traffic areas while performing the duties of the job; tolerate exposure to considerable amounts of dust, vehicle fumes and noise.
Job Category: Rail
Job Type: Full Time
Req ID: 3834
Pay Group: SYF
Cost Center: 766
