Wood, Patel & Associates, Inc., (WOODPATEL) the #1 ranked civil engineering firm in Arizona for 21 consecutive years and Best Places to Work for 4 years in a row (Ranking Arizona) is looking for exceptional candidates to join our team. We offer the opportunity to advance your career and become an integral part of our well-respected firm.
WOODPATEL is seeking an entry level Office Engineer who is essential to the execution of fieldwork, primarily focusing on construction management tasks. This role involves active participation in a variety of field operations, particularly emphasizing safety and quality control. Working alongside the construction manager and inspectors, the Office Engineer is responsible for using judgment and discretion when implementing policies and procedures and managing diverse office-related activities. Key responsibilities include tracking contract modifications such as RFIs and change orders as well as reviewing contractors' pay applications.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Support and assist the project manager with planning, completion of assignments, and resolution of project difficulties.
Coordinates with the project manager to determine scope, complexity, planning, and scheduling requirements of projects.
Facilitate project administration and field activities with construction inspectors, emphasizing safety and quality control.
Collaborate with the project manager, exercising judgment and discretion in recommendations.
Track RFIs and change orders.
Assist in reviews and approvals.
Review contractor's pay applications.
Maintain field file of approved submittals and RFI responses.
Communicate regularly with the Construction Manager.
Monitor the contractor's "red line" drawings and order corrections as necessary.
Required Experience and Skills:
Must have 1-3 years of experience in construction management.
Bachelor's degree in civil engineering with EIT certification and/or a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management.
Experience with various types of paving applications, including asphalt and concrete.
Ability to read and understand construction plans.
Willingness and ability to work outdoors in a desert environment.
Willingness and ability to work on remote projects.
Fluent in English (spoken and written).
Benefits:
Competitive pay
Generous PTO plan
Health, Dental and Vision
401(k) with employer matching
LTD/STD/Life Insurance
In-house training events
Employee Appreciation events
WOODPATEL is committed to our community and as such we match employee contributions to St. Mary's Food Bank Alliance, the world's first food bank, founded in Phoenix, Arizona.
WOODPATEL is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, or any other status protected by law.
Are you ready to take your career to the next level with a company that is committed to innovative growth and improving lives in the communities where we live and work? At WOODPATEL, our people are our most important resource. We believe in empowering every member of our team to reach their highest potential. Our staff of accomplished professionals rewards creative problem solving, promotes ongoing professional growth and development, and provides opportunities for our employees to elevate their careers within our organization. We pride ourselves on our close-knit office community we have developed over 40 years in business as we continue to create a dynamic, exciting, and rewarding work environment.