Construction Project Engineer - Los Angeles, United States - W.M. Klorman Construction Corp

Description

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We are looking for a Construction Project Engineer to join our team.

Home office locations in Woodland Hills CA and Fontana CA

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

• The VDC Engineer is responsible for virtual construction needs in Preconstruction, Construction Operations and Consulting/Litigation Support Services departments.
• The VDC Engineer is a power-user of all of KLORMANs VDC software programs.
• The position requires a self motivated, open-minded and dedicated individual who is willing to take on new challenges.
• The VDC Engineer is based in Woodland Hills, CA, but travels to jobsites and partner offices as needed and may work out of jobsites as required.
• The position reports to Virtual Design & Construction Coordinator.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and coordinate 3D object-oriented models
• Manage project documents (Drawing updates, RFIs, submittals, PCOs, and NOCs) using among other platforms, Prolog, and ProjectSight
• Process subcontractor RFIs and Submittal
• Create concrete shop drawings, including lift drawings and formwork drawings for field use
• Perform contract drawing review for constructability under supervision and issue RFIs
• Produce Layout information for Robotic Total Station
• Participate in project BIM coordination and clash detections
• Produce logistic drawings using TEKLA, Sketchup, REVIT and other software
• Produce model-based quantity report, implement actual schedule inform into the model
• Perform 3D scanning using scanner
• Produce as-built models based on the 3D scanned files or surveying results
• Create 4D/5D visual simulations incorporating BIM+TIME+COST using Navisworks or Synchro
• Support Preconstruction and Business Development efforts as requested by creating pursuit model and photorealistic rendering
• Produce presentation quality Rendered models and fly-throughs and issue and manage RFIs

QUALIFICATIONS (MINIMUM SKILLS OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS):

• Minimum Bachelors degree in architecture, engineering or construction related field or equivalent work experience
• 2+ years in building or design industry preferred, but not required.
• Ability to understand, interpret and independently use construction drawings.
• Understanding concepts of VDC or BIM
• Exposure to and preliminary experience with some Building Information Model (BIM) systems (i.e. Autodesk Revit, Bentley, Vico Constructor, TEKLA, Synchro, Navisworks, Sketchup and similar software suites) is required
• Excellent computer skills, including high level of proficiency in MS Office, Adobe Acrobat and BlueBeam
• Strong personal management skills, dedication, organization and open-mindedness required
• Creative thinker with ability to work in a close knit environment