LAWA Office Engineer II

Pacific Pros•Los Angeles, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Pacific Pros is seeking Office Engineer II for Construction Projects to be a representative for Los Angeles World Airport (LAWA). Work Location: LAWA has required the candidates be local for this position. Region: Los Angeles, CA Status: Full-time on-site. Opening: March 2026, Immediate Position Description Summary Serve as Owner's representative. The Terminal 5 (T5) Office Engineer reports to the T5 Sr. Project Manager and is responsible for assisting the T5 project management team with managing the scope, schedule, and operational interfaces of all design- and construction-related activities for the Terminal 5 Renovation and Reconstruction Project. The Terminal 5 Renovation and Reconstruction Project covers the full demolition and rebuilding of the Terminal 5 headhouse and concourse, as well as various enabling scopes to vacate the existing building. Position Description The T5 Office Engineer supports the project management team by handling the administrative, technical, and coordination functions required to deliver construction projects efficiently and in compliance with contract requirements. This role is responsible for managing project documentation, assisting with construction engineering tasks, coordinating with contractors and design teams, and ensuring timely communication among all project stakeholders. The Office Engineer helps track progress, maintain logs, support cost and schedule controls, and ensure that project records, submittals, RFIs, and change orders are processed accurately and promptly.

Requirements

Technical/construction background with experience in an operating/active environment
Knowledge of design and construction contracting practices and methodologies
Knowledge and experience in the project design lifecycle from Concept to Project Definition Book to Permit to Bulletins
Knowledge and experience in the project construction lifecycle from Pre-Construction to estimating/buyout to phasing to implementation to Closeout
Maintaining an excellent working relationship with design and construction professionals geared toward open communications and mutual problem solving in the best interest of the project and all other parties involved
Contributing to a high level of team morale through professionalism that reflects well on the project team, external stakeholders, and LAWA/internal stakeholders
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Bluebeam
Experience with Project Management Implementation Systems; ability to work in PM Web preferred
10 years or more experience, preferably on airport projects
Experience working on large teams for complex projects
Experience with various delivery methods, including Design-Bid-Build, Design+CMAR, and Design/Build
Excellent written and oral communication skills and a thorough knowledge of industry practices and regulations
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or other related technical field required
May assume other duties as required/needed.
May be required to work past regular work shifts
May be required to work various shifts as needed
This is a Monday–Friday full-time position in the office or on the project site at LAX
The position will require the candidate to have the ability to transit to, from, and between project sites.
This is NOT a work-from-home position
After hours or weekend work may be required to perform the duties of the position. This shall be considered part of the salary.
LAWA has required the candidates be local and available fully on-site for this field position.

Nice To Haves

Licensed Engineer (preferably by the California Board of Engineers) preferred
Optional certifications may include AAAE, LEED, PE, PMP, AICP, or other relevant professional licenses and/or certifications

Responsibilities

Manage and maintain all project documentation, including RFIs, submittals, change orders, meeting minutes, and daily reports
Track, log, and monitor contractor submittals to ensure timely review and distribution to design teams and project stakeholders
Prepare, process, and follow up on Requests for Information (RFIs), ensuring prompt communication of responses to all relevant parties
Update and maintain RFI and submittal logs in PMWeb, ensuring accuracy and compliance with project requirements
Maintain organized hard-copy and electronic project files; oversee document and submittal management systems
Work with contractors to ensure drawings and project documents are posted and updated in a timely manner
Distribute documents, submittals, and RFIs for review; track review comments, compile responses, obtain management approval, and issue formal responses to contractors
Coordinate with contractors, design teams, inspectors, and project managers to support clear and consistent information flow
Assist in preparing construction meeting agendas, presentations, and action item logs
Support field operations by coordinating with field engineers and superintendents to maintain alignment between project documentation and field activities
Ensure proper filing, organization, and archiving of all project records in accordance with LAWA project standards
Manipulate various electronic file formats to create exhibits, graphics, and supporting materials for meetings and presentations
Perform additional project support duties as assigned, including attending and documenting project meetings, writing agendas and minutes, expediting processes, and maintaining expediting logs