Sr. Project Engineer – Construction

About Us: Founded in 2016, Tripalink is a technology-driven residential brand specializing in co-living and standard apartments tailored for students and working professionals. It delivers a high-quality, economical, and engaging living experience through attentive services and an all-in-one technology platform that centers around the customer. As an important component of improving renters’ journey, Tripalink launched an App that allows renters to search for apartments, e-sign the lease agreement, manage their home including paying rent, requesting maintenance and cleaning, call community shuttles, use community perks, and sign up for various events etc. With ever-evolving physical living products and technology-empowered operations, Tripalink can provide the best living experience for its target renters. The company currently manages about 6,000 bed spaces in Los Angeles, Irvine, Seattle, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Tucson, Austin, Chicago, San Francisco, and Berkeley.

Tripalink is seeking an experienced Project Engineer to join our Construction team.

We are seeking a motivated team player with a strong work ethic that offers exceptional interpersonal and problem-solving skills. The Senior Project Engineer is responsible for assisting the Project Manager with the planning and daily execution of construction projects and leveraging your experience to improve the delivery and outcomes for projects you own. The Senior Project Engineer should also be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain project schedule and proactively manage the project budget by owning approvals and deliveries, controlling expenses, and reviewing submittal data.
• Coordinate and manage subcontractor activity and requirements onsite, including deliveries, and compliance; serve as onsite quality manager for assigned trades
• Assist in the development of the site utilization plan and oversee owner-required documentation processes
• Adapt to change and facilitate updates and improvements by coordinating change proposal requests, evaluating, and improving processes, and ensuring changes are communicated effectively
• Contact appropriate vendors and suppliers to obtain pricing information
• Obtain scopes of work and quotations from subcontractors and vendors
• Perform scope and price reviews to ensure complete coverage of the work
• Review subcontractor and vendor quotes regarding scope, pricing, and schedule
• Analyze and negotiate subcontracts, purchase orders, change orders, and subcontract/PO change orders.
• Prepare agenda, take notes, and disseminate subcontractor coordination meeting minutes.
• Review design drawings and specifications to identify potential issues
• Generate and process RFIs and submittals
• Develop and maintain the contract document logs (design drawings, specifications, ASI, etc.).
• Manage bid package addenda.
• Maintain professional relationships with all stakeholders and demonstrate your commitment to quality and to exceeding internal and external customer expectations
• Perform in accordance with all applicable company policies, state and federal laws and assist with the coordination of various quality and risk control programs

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Civil Engineering, or related field
• Minimum two years of experience in Construction or related field.
• Entrepreneurial aptitude combined with a strong work ethic and the desire to learn.
• Ability to think critically and creatively, and execute sound judgment.
• Excellent communication and team leadership skills.
• Skill in both verbal and written communication.
• Ability to work effectively with all levels of employees while inspiring respect and credibility.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks in a complex operating environment.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to follow directions accurately.
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft 365
• The position is in-person.
• This full-time position is exempt and requires the ability to be present and available during business hours to meet company and department needs.
• Able to work Monday – Friday , 7:30am – 3:30pm PST.
• One Saturday 7:30am – 3:30pm PST every month
• Additional hours or flexible schedule may be required.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to lift or move up to 20 pounds. Hearing and visual ability to observe and detect signs of emergency situations.
• Fluency in English both verbally and non-verbally

Compensation:

The estimated annual cash salary for this role is $75,000 – $85,000.

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What We Provide:

– Excellent Working Environment: Energetic, Ambitious, Passionate

– Great Team Experience

– Regular Team Building Activities

– Free Community Event Entrance

– Leadership Cultivation & Individual Development

– Networking & Resources from External Partners

– Opportunities of Rotation Among Departments & Locations

Diversity & Inclusion at Tripalink

Tripalink is committed to bringing together individuals from different backgrounds and perspectives. We strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, feel a sense of belonging, and do great work together.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer open to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, Veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Note on Pay Transparency:

Tripalink provides an estimate of the compensation for roles that may be hired as required by state regulations. This role may also qualify for annual incentive and/or comprehensive benefits. Compensation may vary based on (a) location, as Tripalink factors in specific location when benchmarking compensation for most roles; (b) individual candidate skills and qualifications; and (c) individual candidate experience.

Additionally, Tripalink leverages current market data to determine compensation, so posted compensation figures are subject to change as new market data becomes available. The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Tripalink reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.