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Harder Mechanical Contractors, Inc.

Project Engineer

oxnard, CA

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About this opportunity

Harder Mechanical Contractors, Inc. lists this Project Engineer opportunity in oxnard, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

Job description

Harder Mechanical is one of the nation’s largest mechanical contractors with an outstanding reputation for working safely, meeting tough schedules, and delivering quality projects. Based in Portland Oregon, we work primarily in the 11-western states with regional offices in Reno, NV; Phoenix, AZ; Los Angeles, CA; Concord, CA; Salt Lake City, UT.

As a Project Engineer

You will be working in one of these market sectors: Commercial Buildings (healthcare, higher education, mission critical, and retail), Advanced Technology (semiconductor manufacturing, renewable energy), or Industrial (pulp and paper manufacturing).

Successful projects do not complete themselves. Our team of curious and passionate people build on Harder’s reputation every day through their actions. We offer professional development opportunities, industry-leading benefits, and the chance to work on projects that will change the built environment forever. Find out more at

We have immediate openings for talented Project Engineers with experience managing construction projects ranging from $250,000 - $15 million or more.

What you’ll be doing

You will be responsible for planning, scheduling, and executing a specific scope of the project you are assigned to at Harder. You will coordinate with field labor to ensure the work is completed safely, on schedule, and up to Harder Mechanical's quality standards. This is an entry level role that serves as the entry point for a project management career at Harder.

Project Engineers at Harder perform the following daily tasks

Review construction drawings and compile project scope and quantities

Resolve engineering issues and constraints through communication with design engineers, owner representatives, and fellow team members

Monitor field construction and ensure compliance with construction plans and specifications

Engage in work sequence planning

Prepare and monitor work packages, including labor and cost estimates

Track construction progress and update status weekly

Organize project records in an effective document control system

Mentor new engineers in their roles, taking responsibility for their training and development

Assist the project manager in additional duties as required

Estimate future work

What you will need to be successful in this role

Proficient in Microsoft Office & Bluebeam – intermediate skills in Excel

Knowledge of mechanical systems, and experience reading mechanical and plumbing drawings

Ability to communicate with a broad spectrum of people including suppliers, field crews, designers, and owners

Self-starter, motivated and takes initiative

Organized and productive

Strong time management skills and ability to prioritize tasks on an ongoing basis

Relentless commitment to teamwork and client satisfaction

Interest in LEAN construction principles

Ability to travel to other regions to gain exposure to additional markets and industries

Must have valid driver license

Mechanical aptitude

Education/Experience

3-10 years of construction management experience

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Business Management, Mechanical, Industrial, Civil Engineering and/or equivalent experience or education

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits – 100% of employee premiums are paid by the company

Generous retirement package includes: 10% retirement contribution made by the company and a company match up to 2% of your annual salary

Profit sharing

Discretionary annual bonus

Paid vacation and holidays

Harder University training and development, as well as other paid professional development opportunities

Team environment that promotes individual growth

HMC reserves the right to perform a drug screening and background check, as may be required, and this offer may be contingent on passing a drug screening and background check

This position is salaried, compensation is $85,000-$110,000

About Harder

Harder Mechanical Contractors is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local nondiscrimination laws. Our hiring policy reflects and affirms Harder’s commitment to the principles of fair employment. Harder does not discriminate regarding the terms and conditions of employment based on any characteristic protected by federal, state or local nondiscrimination laws.

It is Harder’s policy to maintain a drug and alcohol-free work environment. Employment offers are conditional upon successfully passing a drug and alcohol test, background checks, reference checks, and as required by law, regardless of citizenship or national origin, documented proof of authorization to work in the United States.

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Worksite address

oxnard, CA, 93033, US

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