Job Description
About the Role
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Bandak is hiring a Senior Project Engineer to support Project Managers in delivering commercial construction projects for our owner clients. You will own the technical and administrative details of each project: RFIs, submittals, documentation, cost tracking and field coordination. The role is based in San Diego with up to 40% travel to regional project sites, and it is a direct path to Project Manager.
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Key Responsibilities
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Project documentation
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• Manage RFI and submittal logs; track responses and follow up with architects, engineers and contractors.
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• Maintain project document control, including drawings, specifications, ASIs and bulletins.
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• Prepare OAC meeting agendas and minutes, and track action items to closure.
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Cost and schedule support
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• Track project budgets, commitments and invoices; support monthly cost reports.
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• Review contractor pay applications and change order requests, and draft recommendations for the PM.
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• Monitor contractor schedules and flag delays or schedule risks.
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Procurement
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• Assemble bid packages and RFPs; support bid leveling and scope reviews.
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• Coordinate owner-furnished equipment, vendors and consultants.
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Field coordination
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• Conduct site walks to document progress, quality and safety observations.
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• Coordinate inspections, permits and utility work with jurisdictions and contractors.
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• Manage punch lists, closeout documents, warranties and O&M manuals.
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Team support
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• Act as backup to the Project Manager on day-to-day client and contractor communication.
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• Mentor Project Engineers and Assistant Project Managers.
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Required Qualifications
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• 3-5 years of project engineering experience with a general contractor, owner's representative or construction management firm.
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• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture or a related field.
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• Hands-on experience managing RFIs, submittals and change orders.
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• Proficiency with Procore (or similar), Bluebeam, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft 365.
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• Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications and schedules.
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• Strong organization, follow-through and written communication.
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• Willingness to travel up to 40% and a valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
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Preferred Qualifications
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• EIT, LEED Green Associate or CCM-track coursework.
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• OSHA 30 certification.
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• Experience with Microsoft Project or Primavera P6.
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• Background in healthcare, life science, higher education or tenant improvement projects.
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• Familiarity with California building codes and local permitting.
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Travel and Work Environment
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• Up to 40% travel to regional project sites, with occasional overnight stays; travel expenses are reimbursed per company policy.
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• Remaining time is split between the San Diego office and local job sites.
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• Field work involves walking active construction sites, climbing ladders and stairs, and wearing required PPE.
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• Occasional early-morning or evening work to meet project milestones.
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Compensation and Benefits
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• Performance bonus.
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• Medical, dental and vision insurance.
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• 401(k) with company match.
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• Paid time off and paid holidays.
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• Company phone/laptop.
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• Professional development and certification support.
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Equal Opportunity
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Bandak is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected status. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act.