Works-in-Progress Associates (WPA) is seeking an Office Engineer to become an integral part of our team! This position will work Monday-Friday with the State University Construction Fund (SUCF) at SUNY New Paltz, 1 Hawk Dr, New Paltz, NY 12561.

The Project scope includes the demolition of College and Shango Halls, hazardous materials abatement, foundation and superstructure removal, utility system and site work removals. The existing College and Shango Hall consists of seven separate buildings called units totaling 105,500 GSF. The new 3-story 87,500 GSF building (College Hall) will house department offices, general classrooms, music rehearsal hall, lounge and collaborative areas along with mechanical spaces.

Minimum Requirements:

Baccalaureate Degree in engineering/architecture and/or construction related field from an accredited college or university is preferred.
5 years of experience in the general construction industry is preferred.
OSHA 30 certification is required
A driver's license valid in New York State.
Demonstrated proficiency with all applicable software packages including but not limited to MS Office and Adobe Acrobat.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Attending meetings and writing minutes of project meetings
Monitor the project schedule and budget
Provide document control oversight and perform document control when needed
Prepare for preconstruction meeting (agenda, early action letter)
Oversee Setup and maintenance of project files
Process / distribute / review submittals, RFIs, project documents, correspondence
Generate progress pay estimate or reviews contractor payment application for accuracy; ensure audit proof documentation is compiled for each pay estimate
Manage RFIs, including distribution and log
Perform labor compliance / EEO reviews / interviews
Perform claims management tasks
Perform schedule reviewing tasks
Prepare correspondence
Reviews certified payrolls and extra work bills for compliance with prevailing wage laws; conducting or coordinating labor compliance interviews, and documenting nonconformance
Oversee Maintenance of all project logs
Draft change orders/change notices
Contract close-out
Other duties related to construction site activities as needed

Skills:

Ability to build and strengthen long-lasting client relationships by providing reliable service and project solutions.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with all management levels.
Must have excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
Must have strong organizational and time management skills.
Must be able to adapt and prioritize, meeting deadlines, in a fast-paced environment.
Operate with a sense of urgency, quickly responding to clients.
Demonstrated leadership, responsiveness, and accountability.
Detail oriented with strong analytical skills.
Proactive and take initiative.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45.00 - $53.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift
Day shift
Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

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