Project Engineer

Job Description

Saylor Consulting Group is a cost consulting firm providing expertise in the areas of construction management, cost management, project controls and value management. We are seeking an experienced Project Engineer with specific experience providing support for project construction, start-up, and commissioning especially in support of public water and utility agency projects. Pior work with the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission or other San Francisco Bay Area water/utility agencies is preferred.

Responsibilities

Operational Support & Coordination

• Provide support in the Commissioning quality assurance process to help the program team ensure that related project systems and components are installed and operate as intended.


• Supporting the development and maintenance of pre-functional and functional checklists and conducting field functional testing as required for the Commissioning process.


• Provide comprehensive administrative and technical support to the department or program management team.


• Coordinate with internal staff and cross-functional teams to streamline project workflows and document processing.


• Facilitate the resolution of conflicts and operational issues to maintain project momentum and meet deadlines.


• Participate in coordination meetings to ensure alignment on project status, timelines, and deliverables.


• Support coordination efforts with external stakeholders or field teams to ensure seamless execution of objectives.

Documentation, Compliance & Review

• Perform detailed quality assurance reviews of contractual documents, project modifications, and proposals for completeness and accuracy.


• Monitor revisions and variances to ensure timely processing of approvals and contract adjustments.


• Interpret and analyze technical specifications, plans, or guidelines relevant to the project or department.


• Review and strictly adhere to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) regarding document processing and workflow management.


• Prepare and submit documentation for final departmental or executive approval.

Data Management & Reporting

• Maintain tracking logs, databases, and electronic records for departmental use, ensuring data integrity and easy reference.


• Assist in the preparation of weekly, monthly, and quarterly progress reports for management review.


• Collect, track, and document "lessons learned" or project outcomes to support continuous improvement and efficient project closeouts.


• Generate and distribute meeting minutes and action items to confirm discussions and accountability.


• Maintain an organized electronic filing system and archive for all reviews and project records.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.


• Minimum of five years of professional experience in a similar role or position in construction.


• Proficient with Microsoft Office Software (Word, Excel, Outlook, Powerpoint) and SharePoint.


• Experience using BlueBeam and Adobe software for document reviews/mark-ups.


• Ability to take initiative and make sound decisions.

Featured Benefits

401(k), Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, 100% employer-paid premiums

Additional Information

Saylor Consulting Group (SCG) is a great place to work where your opinion matters, where you can grow with a supportive staff and make a difference in our project outcomes. We are proud to be an advisor on some of the largest, most technically complex projects in the nation. Our business is thriving and we offer unlimited opportunities for growth and career advancement. Additionally, we offer a competitive rate, flexibility, and an environment that recognizes and rewards hard work, with unlimited opportunities for professional development and advancement.  Salary is commensurate to education and experience and we offer a competitive full benefits package to full-time employees.

We seek like-minded professionals who have a passion for estimating, drive to achieve results, creative problem-solving ability, and a dedication to client service and relationship management. We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance. Come join us and partner with our world-class team and do your best work.

Please apply by emailing a brief cover letter and CV to [email protected]. We look forward to hearing from you! Saylor Consulting Group is an equal opportunity employer and makes hiring decisions solely on the basis of merit.