Project Engineer

Job Description Landscape Construction Project Engineer Marina Landscape, Inc. is looking to hire a highly-motivated individual for the Landscape Construction Project Engineer position at our Southern California Branch. This non-exempt job classification is responsible for assisting project managers in all aspects of individual projects from award bid through completion to ensure compliance, quality, and efficiency, perform related work as required. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The examples of functions listed in this job description are representative, but not necessarily exhaustive, of any one position in this job classification. Management may assign other functions not listed herein at its sole discretion. Reviews plans and specifications to become familiar with the project; supports multiple phases (e.g., submittals, material sample procurement, managing documents, assisting in change order preparation, estimate take-off data, requests for quotations, maintaining project logs, project close out documents) of various sized projects; maintains submittal log; prepares project, Superintendent, and Foreman job books; attends pre-construction meetings; prepares assembly production rates; assists Project Manager in removing obstacles that may prevent successful project completion (e.g., auditing extra work ticket log, procurement of certificates of compliance, material quotations); gets submittal approved within time allotted; reviews as-builts for legibility; obtains soil samples; submits soil samples to testing laboratory with associated specification; conducts follow-up on test results; prepares submittal packages for Project Manager review and re-submittal as required; compiles plant material photographs as required; gathers material samples; is responsible for contract close-out items (e.g., irrigation as-builts, controller charts, warranty letters, spare parts, and operation and maintenance manuals); complies with all company policies, procedures, and standards; understands the relationship between job quality and customer service, satisfaction, and retention; provides excellent service (e.g., accurate, complete, and timely) to clients, vendors, and company staff in a courteous and efficient manner. COMPETENCIES Results Oriented: Maintains focus on outcomes; is proactive and goal oriented; concentrates on meeting objectives, delivering to the required time, holds performance as more important than process. Sets specific, measurable, and relevant goals and takes efficient action to accomplish success. Construction: Demonstrates basic knowledge of various phases of diverse construction jobs that may include: landscape, installation, hardscape, irrigation, pavers, and low-voltage lighting; uses equipment effectively. Administrative Efficiency: Demonstrates highly-efficient time management skills; adept at multi-tasking to accomplish goals; compiles information for reports; applies support systems to ensure efficiency. Job Quality: Understands the relationship between job quality and customer service, satisfaction, and retention is committed to improving job quality at all times. Organization and Planning: Maintains an accurate schedule of events; prioritizes activities correctly to ensure deliverables are produced on time; electronic and hard copy files are systematically arranged and easily retrievable. Customer Service: Consistently exceeds customer expectations; keeps customers well-informed, listens to them attentively, and addresses their concerns; enacts a personal approach to customer service. Interpersonal Skills: Treats others with respect, collaboration, and support in such a way that work relationships are improved and morale is increased; is approachable; has effective communication skills. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE An example of the preferred education, training, and/or experience that demonstrates possession of the knowledge, skills, and competencies for this position includes a high school diploma or equivalent. ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS The physical characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions required by this job classification. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable an individual with qualified disabilities to perform the functions of this job classification, on a case-by-case basis. Frequent sitting, time spent on the telephone, repetitive use of hands to operate computers, printers, and office equipment, standing, bending, and stooping, twisting of waist side-to-side, turning and flexion of the neck; and lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds; normal manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination; corrected hearing and vision to normal range. SPECIAL NOTES, LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Pre-employment: Incumbents must sign the Confidentiality, Non-disclosure, and Non-solicitation Agreement prior to their first day on the job. License: A valid class C driver’s license, which must be maintained throughout employment in this job classification, is required at the time of appointment. Employees in this job classification may be required to use their own vehicle. Language: Though not required, bilingual English and Spanish skills are desirable. Certifications: No certifications are required of this job classification. Working Conditions: Work is predominately in an office environment with associated noise, space, and computer screen exposure. Occasional travel to client locations, job sites, and meetings is expected as part of this position. Background Investigation: Incumbents must have a reputation for honesty and trustworthiness. Misdemeanor and/or felony convictions may be disqualifying depending on type, number, severity, and recency. Prior to appointment, candidates may be subject to a background investigation and/or drug test. Introductory Period: Incumbents appointed to this job classification serve an introductory period of 90 days. KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS The Key Performance Indicators for this position will be specified at the time of appointment. Powered by JazzHR u7MeLng4Xs