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Posted: 21-Aug-23
Location: Los Angeles, California
Salary: Open
Internal Number: REQ20138554
Capitalizing on over 140 years of history and tradition in downtown Los Angeles, the University of Southern California (USC) has embarked on an unprecedented period of expansion. USC is now poised to take its place as the preeminent research institution of the 21st century and we are looking for skilled, motivated professionals to help forge the future of higher education.
The USC department of Facilities Planning and Management (FPM) â Capital Construction Development is seeking a Project Engineer to join its team.
THE WORK YOU WILL DO
The Project Engineer is responsible for supporting construction project managers in administration and coordination of projects including planning, organizing, controlling and reporting to ensure goals and objectives of projects are accomplished within prescribed cost, quality and contract parameters; plans and coordinates detailed aspects of project work.
The Project Engineer:
Works on multiple projects of moderate size or portions of major projects. Assists
construction project managers in administration and coordination of projects to ensure goals and objectives of projects are accomplished. Provides technical and contract management support to project manager during the design, construction, and closeout phases of project. Oversees closeout of contract.
Prepares scopes, budgets and schedules for assignments. Prepares Memorandum of Understanding for the project sponsor's approval of project budget and authorization to proceed with work.
Prepares complete project documents.  Assists project manager with preparation of Board of Trustee documents, RFQ's/RFP's, and scoping statements and related documents for inclusion in contracts documents. Liaises with contract coordinator to prepare and issue contracts.
Assists with proposals to provide professional services or funding for projects or programs. Initiates and maintains extensive contact with key university project sponsors, other stakeholders, professionals, contractors, officials of other relevant organizations and statutory authorities. Arranges meetings as necessary to ensure timely and effective communication, organizes design coordination meetings, collects responses that are required from university participants and forwards to nominated recipients.
Assigns tasks to and directs engineers, technicians and support staff.  Represents
project manager at construction coordination/progress meetings when project manager is not available.
Evaluates and adapts standard techniques, procedures and criteria. Formulates and solves problems. Oversees architect's contract administration services to ensure required field checks are conducted on construction, demolition, refurbishment, rehabilitation, alteration or addition projects to ensure compliance within project specifications, plans, established university guidelines, standards and policies.
Assists project manager with coordination between the architect and general contractor participants with GMP contracts. Reconciles design phase estimates.
Assists project manager with managing, developing and coordinating university's design
process to ensure that plans prepared by architect provide functional program requirements and conform to budgetary, environmental and legal requirements.
Prepares and conducts research and analyzes and interprets data.  Assists develop and
maintain the Estimate at Completion Cost (EAC) of project through all phases of project delivery.
Reviews change order requests. Analyzes change order request to determine merit.Â
Prepares check estimates of work amount or obtains a check estimate and negotiates agreed change order, requiring expertise in persuasion and negotiation of critical issues.  Assists project manager to prepare change order language. Conducts job walks monthly with construction contractors to validate percent completion for purpose of calculating incurred cost for the month for purpose of progress payment. Analyzes monthly schedule submissions, as necessary. Reviews and negotiates an agreed recovery plan.
Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. The university reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.
In the event of an emergency, the employee holding this position is required to "report to duty" in accordance with the university's Emergency Operations Plan and/or the employee's department's emergency response and/or recovery plans. Familiarity with those plans and regular training to implement those plans is required. During or immediately following an emergency, the employee to assist in the emergency response efforts, and mobilize other staff members if needed.
The work schedule for this position is Monday through Friday from 7:30am until 4:00pm with a 1 hour meal break; however, work schedules may change at any time to accommodate business needs.
This is a fixed-term position with an anticipated end date of 6/30/2025
Please note that this full-time role is eligible for all benefits/perks offered to USC employees, including but not limited to medical, dental, vision plans, tuition assistance, paid sick/vacation/holidays, wellness incentives, and more.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
The ideal candidate for the position of Project Engineer meets the following preferred criteria:
Seven years of directly related project and construction administration experience
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or related field
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSÂ Â
Candidates for the position of Project Engineer must meet the following minimum qualifications:
Five years of directly related project and construction administration experience
Bachelorâs degree
Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education
The hourly rate range for this position is $42.18 - $47.25. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidateâs work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.
About Facilities Planning and Management (FPM) :
FPM (formerly named Capital Construction & Development / Facilities Management Services) is responsible for planning, developing, and maintaining the breadth of the facilities at USC, and is also dedicated to creating a safe environment for our USC community. Woven into every service, safety is of upmost importance. As FPM, this diverse group of innovative and talented professionals provide high quality facilities construction, operations and maintenance services at USC and serve as dedicated stewards of USC and FPM core values. FPM values integrity, excellence, well-being, open communication, accountability, diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Come and join the FPM team â a team that works as trusted partners shaping an environment of innovation and excellence. Apply today!
The University of Southern California values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity in employment.
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Minimum Education:Bachelor's degreeCombined experience/education as substitute for minimum educationMinimum Experience:5 yearsMinimum Field of Expertise:Directly related project or administrative experience.
