Construction - Project Engineer

Job Description:

The Project Engineer leads management of construction documents including drawings, RFIs, submittals, reports, procurement, change orders and other processes throughout the construction project. Additionally, the Project Engineer coordinates between the Project Management staff and Superintendent staff regarding design, procurement, schedule, field issues, and other construction items.

Perks and Benefits:

When you feel good, you do good. At Onni we put your health at the forefront and give you the choice to select a benefits package that best represents you. From no cost to $11, $44, or $103 per pay our PPO, HSA and HMO have you covered.  In addition, we offer:

• 3 weeks PTO
• Annual education allowance of up to $1,000
• Referral program
• Residential housing discount after 1 year of continuous employment
• Friends and family rates for our Hotel Properties throughout the company
• 401(k) match

What You Will Do:

• Support all phases of construction projects, from preconstruction and estimating through coordination, execution, and closeout.
• Report to the Superintendent / Project Manager and work closely with Assistant Project Managers, Superintendents, field staff, subcontractors, design consultants, third parties, city officials, utility companies, and other Onni departments.
• Pre-Construction Phase Responsibilities
  • Assist with quantity takeoffs, the buyout process, and preparing scopes of work
  • Support cost estimating, budget development, and value engineering
  • Research and prequalify vendors and subcontractors
• Construction Phase Responsibilities
  • Manage document control for drawings, specifications, and supplemental information
  • Coordinate and attend project meetings, and prepare and distribute meeting minutes
  • Process RFIs and submittals using project management software
  • Track material lead times and procurement status
  • Attend coordination meetings and follow up on action items
  • Process permits and city approvals as required
  • Assist with tracking and managing change orders
  • Build and maintain tracking logs for permits, contracts, change orders, procurement, RFIs, submittals, punch lists, and more
  • Serve as a point of contact for field staff, subcontractors, design consultants, third parties, city officials, utility companies, and other Onni departments
• Field Responsibilities
  • Support Superintendents in overseeing site activities and communicating with subcontractors
  • Process purchase orders and track deliveries
  • Document site issues, design changes, and potential cost impacts
  • Participate in site safety reviews
  • Create and maintain punch lists and deficiency lists
  • Coordinate site visits from consultants and third parties
• Performs other duties as required

What You Bring

• Associate’s degree or higher in Project Management or related field required
• 3-5 years of multi-family construction experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of construction and building codes required
• Proficiency in MS Project, MS Outlook, MS Word, MS Excel, MS Windows and Bluebeam

About the company:

For over half a century, Onni has been building communities for people to live, work, and play. Our success reflects our commitment to our employees and partners, and our dedication to quality construction, innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. Our expertise expands across North America, with offices in Vancouver, Toronto, Los Angeles, Seattle, Phoenix, and Chicago.

Onni Properties, LLC (“Onni”) will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring, and other local ordinance, as applicable. You do need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Onni is concerned about a conviction or convictions that is/are directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction(s), provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. A criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship upon certain job duties of this employment position, and such criminal history may result in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment.

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About The Company:

Onni

For over half a century, Onni has been building communities for people to live, work, and play. Our success reflects our commitment to our employees and partners, and our dedication to quality construction, innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. Our expertise expands across North America, with offices in Vancouver, Toronto, Los Angeles, Seattle, Phoenix, and Chicago.

AI Use:

This role may involve the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support research, analysis, content development, design, reporting, or operational efficiency. Employees are expected to use AI responsibly and in compliance with company policies, data privacy requirements, confidentiality obligations, and applicable laws.

All AI-generated or AI-assisted outputs must be reviewed for accuracy, quality, and appropriateness before use. Employees are also expected to disclose when AI tools have been used in the creation of work and must not present AI-generated content as solely their own original work.

How To Apply:

Please apply through the link on the job posting and attach your resume and any other required documents.

We thank all applicants for your interest in the Onni Group. Note that only those applicants under consideration will be contacted.

Salary Range:

$80,000 - $115,000.00

About The Company:

Onni

For over half a century, Onni has been building communities for people to live, work, and play. Our success reflects our commitment to our employees and partners, and our dedication to quality construction, innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. Our expertise expands across North America, with offices in Vancouver, Toronto, Los Angeles, Seattle, Phoenix, and Chicago.

AI Use:

This role may involve the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support research, analysis, content development, design, reporting, or operational efficiency. Employees are expected to use AI responsibly and in compliance with company policies, data privacy requirements, confidentiality obligations, and applicable laws.

All AI-generated or AI-assisted outputs must be reviewed for accuracy, quality, and appropriateness before use. Employees are also expected to disclose when AI tools have been used in the creation of work and must not present AI-generated content as solely their own original work.

How To Apply:

Please apply through the link on the job posting and attach your resume and any other required documents.

We thank all applicants for your interest in the Onni Group. Note that only those applicants under consideration will be contacted.