Project Engineer, Construction, Palo Alto

Job Description JOB SUMMARY This paragraph summarizes the general nature, level and purpose of the job. The Project Engineer plans, organizes, manages, and is responsible for all document control and distribution processes and systems for the Planning, Design&Construction Department, including all construction project-related documentation received from and sent to the contractor, architect, and internal staff from initial planning and early development of a project through its completion. Collaborates with project teams in developing detailed project plans/designs including preparing cost estimates and budgets. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The essential functions listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned. Employees must abide by all Joint Commission Requirements including but not limited to sensitivity to cultural diversity, patient care, patient rights and ethical treatment, safety and security of physical environments, emergency management, teamwork, respect for others, participation in ongoing education and training, communication and adherence to safety and quality programs, sustaining compliance with National Patient Safety Goals, and licensure and health screenings. Must perform all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the hospital's policies and procedures, including its Service Standards and its Code of Conduct. * Supports project managers and project team with creating, tracking, and updating design and construction schedules. Collaborates with project teams in developing detailed project plans/designs including preparing cost estimates and budgets. Meets regularly with project team to stay abreast of and track the status of design and construction projects at all stages. * Prepares meeting agendas as needed and records and distributes minutes summarizing matters discussed and actions approved. Verifies and corrects project-related documentation where needed. * Scans, distributes, and files documents including, but not limited to, project designs, drawings, specifications, estimates, and correspondence to the appropriate archival repository. * Ensures that document control and distribution systems, processes, and procedures are organized, accurate, clear, and complete. * Maintains effective and on-going communications with construction and contractor management teams * Provides initial review of pay applications, change orders, and other incoming construction documents. * Performs other project engineering and project management-related duties as well as incidental duties as needed or assigned.