Project Engineer (Entry Level)

About the Role

Goodfellow Bros. (GBI) is a fourth-generation, family-owned heavy-civil contractor with over 100 years of experience operating throughout the West Coast & Hawaii. We are seeking a Project Engineer to join our team in Kapolei, Oahu, HI. This role is responsible for administering the technical aspects of assigned projects, reporting to Regional Management or a designated Project Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze site inspection information, blueprints, specifications, proposals, and other documentation.
• Coordinate and conduct pre-construction surveys to identify potential risks and verify original site conditions.
• Attend pre-construction meetings.
• Coordinate the project schedule and monitor overall construction progress.
• Understand the bidding process and comprehend complex math concepts.
• Review subcontract quotations with the project Estimator.
• Participate in subcontract negotiations and preparation.
• Monitor subcontractor pay estimates and submittals.
• Keep Regional Management advised of progress and check subcontractor work for conformity with project plans and specifications.
• Coordinate subcontractor meetings.
• Review vendor/supplier quotations with the project Estimator.
• Order contract materials, monitor delivery schedules, and inventory delivered materials.
• Monitor required submittals (Certificates, shop drawings, catalog cuts, samples, etc.).
• Review, cost code, approve, and submit pay invoices for payment.
• Advise Project Manager of delivery schedules and check materials for conformity with project plans, specifications, and invoicing.
• Finalize shoring, framework, and traffic designs and communicate them to management.
• Coordinate material deliveries in accordance with the progress schedule and adjust as necessary.
• Prepare daily production materials lists and identify materials needed for field crews.
• Ensure details and submittals are received, submitted, and processed.
• Supervise the submittal of control data.
• Maintain project files (plans, specifications, budget information, schedules, correspondence, design changes).
• Coordinate Quality Control testing and inspection by various agencies and/or third parties.
• Obtain necessary utility clearances and required permits.
• Prepare, process, and submit project documentation (RFIs, shop drawings, notifications of changes).
• Maintain current RFI and Submittal Logs.
• Estimate, prepare, and submit Change Order requests to the Owner and negotiate Change Orders.
• Maintain a current Change Order Log and follow up with Owner approvals.
• Prepare job cost breakdown and summary of major deviation items.
• Develop, maintain, and monitor CPM schedules, quantity maintenance reports, weekly labor reports, budget maintenance and adjustment reports, production studies, job progress reports, and job cost analysis reports.
• Submit approved job cost breakdown and/or budget revisions to accounting.
• Serve as the Company liaison for projects, relaying information to owners, agencies, engineers, utility companies, contractors, and the public.
• Oversee the implementation of adequate safety plans, safety meetings, method statements, and safe working practices.
• Comprehend and follow occupational safety and health regulations, other state and federal regulations governing the construction industry, and Company practices and procedures.
• Understand and apply terms and conditions of union master agreements.
• Prepare and process all project closing documentation (as-built drawings, operation and maintenance manuals, final acceptance letters, Notice of Completion, final billing invoices, retention billing, and obtain lien releases).

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Computer experience using Microsoft Word, Excel and Project.
• Viewpoint Vista and HCSS Heavy Job software knowledge is a plus.
• Valid Driver's License with clean driver's abstract.
• CPR, AED and First Aid certification.
• OSHA 30.
• MUTCD Supervisor.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to understand different signals used at construction sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering.
• 0-2 years of experience in the heavy civil construction field.
• Must have the legal right to work in the US without employer sponsorship.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range: $76,000 - $86,000 annually.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401(k) + Profit Sharing
• Vehicle Allowance & Gas Card
• Wellness Incentives
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance (Low-cost plan options)
• Paid Time Off (Up to 26 days vacation, 9 sick days, 11 paid holidays annually)
• Parental & Family Leave (One paid bonding week)
• Disability & Life Insurance (Company-paid)
• Training & Career Growth (Leadership development, mentorship)
• Perks & Community Programs (Charitable contribution matching, paid volunteer time, retail discounts)
• DNA Testing (Screening, Personalized Health Guidance, Cancer Navigation)
• Mental Health & Well-being Support (On-demand tools, confidential care)