Kleinfelder · 6 hours ago
Project Engineer
Rancho Cordova, CA, US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$72K/yr - $98K/yr
3+ years expKleinfelder is a Forbes' Top Employer for Engineers in North America, committed to a people-first culture and technical excellence. They are seeking a Project Engineer to focus on utility engineering and project controls, responsible for engineering design, project administration, and collaboration with various teams to ensure project success.
ArchitectureCivil EngineeringRisk Management
Responsibilities
Prepare designs, calculations, drawings, layouts, and studies based on field inspections, preliminary sketches, specifications, and instructions
Perform or support design, including material selection, constructability considerations, and standard design criteria
Develop construction specifications, bid packages, and engineering deliverables aligned with applicable codes and standards
Perform field measurements, prepare and correct field drawings, and support ordering of materials
Execute data acquisition and analysis using standard quantitative methods; compile and report technical data
Support alternative/feasibility studies, investigations, and research to inform engineering recommendations
Coordinate inspection/testing activities, analyze findings, and produce clear technical summaries
Coordinate administrative and financial tasks across multiple projects, supporting scope, schedule, and budget tracking
Assist with development and administration of the contract baseline, including terms/conditions, rates, specifications, estimates, schedules, budgets, and related documents
Facilitate project setup and obtain required authorizations; ensure contracts are well organized and established correctly in company systems
Review contracts to confirm project setup aligns with invoice requirements, terms, and rates; proactively identify gaps or risks
Prepare and administer agreements, addendums, fee letters, and confidentiality agreements as requested; coordinate with the Legal Department for contract review
Support Project Managers and leadership with financial analysis and reporting to resolve issues, reduce risk, and improve profitability
Partner with project staff and billing to ensure compliance with contract terms, company policies, and government regulations
Review invoices, resolve discrepancies, and conduct inquiries into payment, claims, or compliance issues; coordinate with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams to close issues quickly
Maintain strong document control, recordkeeping, and version management for project and contract documentation
Develop project status reports documenting task completion, progress, challenges, and solutions
Work closely with other workgroups at client sites and within GTS offices to coordinate execution
Assign tasks to and coordinate with drafting and administrative staff; may coordinate Associate Engineers (Engineer I), technicians, and assigned support staff
Provide guidance, coaching, and technical mentorship to entry-level staff and other Engineer II team members as appropriate
Assist in determining schedule and budget requirements; support consistent project execution practices
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science in Engineering
3–6 years of relevant experience, which may include a combination of: Project management: cost, scope, schedule, and subcontractor management; Utility engineering design; Field-based engineering support (measurements, redlines, as-builts, constructability reviews); Construction specifications, bid package development, and material selection; Project administration: project setup, contract compliance tracking, invoice alignment, and reporting
Strong technical communication skills (written and verbal)
Proficiency with MS Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and comfort with structured reporting and document control
Demonstrated ability to work under minimal supervision within established guidelines on complex assignments
Valid Driver's License (field visits may be required)
Preferred
Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification
Working knowledge of CAD and GIS software
Prior experience supporting both private and government clients and understanding compliance requirements
Utility business understanding (gas utility operations, standards, permitting support)
Experience with project financial concepts (budget tracking, cost reporting, invoice review, profitability support)
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
401(k) plan
Paid holidays
Company
Kleinfelder
Kleinfelder is an employee-owned engineering, science, and architecture consulting firm.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
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unknown2023-09-19Acquired
Leadership Team
David Goershel
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