Project Engineer Ii (Lax)

April 9, 2026
Application ends: October 1, 2026
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Job Description

Job Detail
  • Assist Superintendent(s) and project managers with project operations, schedules, and cost management
  • Analyze project(s) costs through Heavyjob and JD Edwards
  • Verify and approve vendor payables, track vendor quantities through timesheets and physical accounting, JD Edwards and On-Base
  • Assist in producing monthly billing estimates for agency and subcontractors
  • Assist with the development of project(s) long term and short term schedule
  • Communicate with agency(s), superintendent(s), subcontractor(s), foremen, estimator(s)
  • Attend pre-job and weekly meetings with agencies/owners, take meeting minutes
  • Coordinate subcontractor/vendors in accordance with project schedule
  • Establish and maintain both cost report and billing quantities in Heavyjob and JD Edwards
  • Assist the Project Manager with extra work billings and claims issues
  • Assist the Project Manager with final pay quantities, claims, and project closeout procedures
  • Manage positions that report to the project engineer (project clerk, project engineer intern)
  • Compile all submittals and RFIs, review against the contract documents and timely submit to the owner
  • Receive all returned documents and distribute appropriately
  • Ensure a safe project site and work environment in accordance with Sully Miller policy
  • Perform a job-site safety observation weekly on each job assigned
  • Perform other duties as assigned

    Education And/or Work Experience Requirements

    4 year degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business or Equivalent Experience or Combination
  • Minimum one (1) year experience in road construction or related field
  • Computer Skills: Excel, Word, JD Edwards, Heavy Job, P6
  • Valid California driver’s license, clean driving record

    Skills

    Self-Starter
  • Multi-tasking
  • Knowledge of Caltrans & Greenbook Specifications
  • Plan reading
  • Excellent math and communication skills
  • Ability to read and understand drawings
  • Good organizational skills

    Physical Requirements

    Ability to utilize hands and fingers in order to type and carry reports
  • Ability to stand, walk, and reach with arms and hands throughout the workday
  • Ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, and crouch
  • Ability to see clearly or with assistance via necessary correction
  • Must be able to drive to various locations
  • Ability to walk on uneven surface
  • Ability to speak on telephone

    Colas Inc
  • And Its Subsidiaries Are An Equal Opportunity Employer
  • For Details On The Specifics Of This Commitment, Please Click Here To View The EEO Document
  • If You Are An Individual With a Disability And Require a Reasonable Accommodation To

    to meet the requirements of the role in which you are applying
  • complete any part of the application process
  • access or use the online application process and need an alternative method for applying

    Please contact Colas Inc
  • at 973-290-9082 or send an email to ColasRecruiter@colasinc
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