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KALCON · 5 hours ago

Project Engineer (Owner's Representative) - Data Center Construction

KALCON is looking for a self-starting Project Engineer to drive core project coordination efforts on MEP and Civil, Structural data center construction projects as an Owner’s Representative. The role involves managing project workflows, coordinating with contractors, and ensuring safety and quality controls throughout the project lifecycle.

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Hiring Manager
Brett Tafoya
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Responsibilities

Biweekly review of schedule updates
Walking the site daily to validate install against schedule from a high level
Liaison between procurement team and the GC related to OFCI equipment
Maintaining Client agendas and meeting minutes
Perform two on-site safety observations per week
Assist with review of pay applications and filing of lien waivers
Coordinate with internal stakeholders on project schedule and procurement
Maintain a great relationship with peers on the general contractor’s team
Assist with document control and issue closeout during commissioning
Process POs and Change Orders
Lead smaller meetings and document meeting notes throughout project life cycle
Management of Procore directory, monthly updates, and GC Procore document control
Coordinate internal alignment on project document reviews, cost optimization exercises, contract issuances and design modifications
Enforce project quality controls and safety programs through an in-depth understanding of the partner contracts and design documents
Manage the Client safety program and provide site walk reports. Two (2) HRA site walks are required per week to provide accurate safety metrics to the Client EHCS department
Translate job requirements to execution with minimal supervision
Assist construction manager in preparing monthly financial updates and forecasts
Manage the Contractor billing process for the project and facilitate coordination with the Client CCF department to ensure accuracy of scope included in each bill and timely review of all pay applications
Manage the change order review process turnkey. Provide timely review of change orders for accuracy of scope and costs
Input PO requests in the financial system and manage the distribution process to all Client vendors
Facilitate page-turn design document reviews and capture comments with action items for internal stakeholders and direct contracted design partners
Manage Client vendors turnkey to ensure successful completion of their scope (ie. Signage, Furniture, and Controls)
As required, manage design team/contractors throughout each project
Work closely with Operations to coordinate ongoing construction activities on campus, develops and tracks MOPs for critical work in live spaces, and provide customer support as necessary
Provide project commissioning support by onboarding the Commissioning Agent, facilitating script approvals and ensuring compliance with customer requirements
Manage and maintain internal project file storage
Drive internal and external project closeout requirements
Assist the Construction department with the upkeep of current campus and site permits, update the permit bond tracking sheet, and coordinate with local authorities to ensure all permits are current
Additional duties as assigned from time to time by Management

Qualification

Construction ManagementData Center ExperienceProcoreMEP Construction ManagementCivil Construction ManagementProject CoordinationChange Order ManagementDocument ControlSafety Observations

Required

Bachelor of Science in Construction Management, or similar field, or equivalent experience
1-3 years of experience as a Project Engineer in assisting or supervising construction projects of increasing complexity required
Data Center experience is preferred
Experience in MEP construction management or Civil, Structural, Architectural construction management is a strong preference
Proficiency in Procore is strongly preferred
List of all Educational Achievements
List of all Professional Licenses or Certificates
List of Awards Received
Detailed Employment History with each company or government agency including: Name & Contact Information of the firm or agency, Start Date and End Date (Month & Year), Positions Held

Preferred

Data Center experience is preferred
Experience in MEP construction management or Civil, Structural, Architectural construction management is a strong preference
Proficiency in Procore is strongly preferred

Company

KALCON

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We are a Project Management, Construction Management, Project Controls, and Owner's Representation firm specializing in Mission Critical, Semiconductor, and Advanced Manufacturing projects.

H1B Sponsorship

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2025 (2)

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
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