Project Assistant

We are looking for a project assistant to support the Newport Beach office! The ideal candidate has 2-5 years of experience working as a project assistant or coordinator, preferably in the construction industry. They should have a strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and be able to juggle many tasks while working in a high-energy environment. 

Responsibilities:

• Assist project manager in preparation of draft letters (MS Word) and emails (MS Outlook) for project-related correspondence (proposals, additional service requests, etc.).
• Assist project manager by updating and maintaining electronic lists (MS Outlook, MS Excel, and/or Google Docs).
• Assist project manager in tracking project billing and creating monthly progress reports.
• Track and monitor outstanding issues for active projects until each issue is resolved. Work with project managers and project engineers to update outstanding issues lists.
• Track and monitor meetings and attendees lists.
• During plan production and distribution, plot and collate hard copy plan sets and/or compile electronic plan sets (pdf).
• Track contractor material submittals and RFIs, coordinate BKF responses and follow up with reviewing agencies for final approval. Maintain submittal and RFI logs.
• Update and maintain engineering libraries of agency standards & product catalogs, hard copy and/or electronic copy.
• Visit sites to photograph existing site conditions (requires automobile and driver’s license).
• Pick-up/drop-off of project items (requires automobile and driver’s license).

Requirements

• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, PDF editor(Bluebeam Revu preferred)
• AutoCAD experience is a plus but not required
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize tasks.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently.
• Experience in the engineering or construction industry is a plus.
• Valid Driver's License in the State of California

Benefits

• Competitive salaries, end of year bonuses, profit sharing, and 401k
• BKF pays 100% of the premiums for medical, dental, and vision coverage and 50% for your dependents
• 14 days of paid vacation time, 6 paid sick days, 8 paid Holidays
• This position has the opportunity to work a 4x10 schedule, Fridays off!
• Education reimbursement, Paid annual dues for professional and societal organizations
• BKF offers competitive and award-winning benefits and perks. To learn more, click here.

Pay:

• The typical base salary range for this position is $24.00/hour - $30.00/hour, depending upon skills, experience, education, and geographical location. This is an hourly position paid biweekly.

Workplace Awards: 

• We’re proud to be a 2024 - 2025 "Great Place To Work" certified company!
• BKF Engineers wins Zweig Group’s 2023 Trifecta Award
• Zweig "Best Firms to Work For" Top 100 in the U.S. 2023
• Bay Area News Group "Top Work Place” for 7 years in a row!
• "Best Firm to Work for North Bay" North Bay Business Journal for eight years

BKF Engineers provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.