COLE SOLAAS
West Hollywood,CA
Summary
I am a Project Engineer with a strong background in commercial construction, specializing in DSA-regulated projects exceeding $150 million in value. I bring expertise in managing multiple subcontractors across MEP trades, sheet metal, roofing, and seismic integration, guiding projects from initial RFIs through closeout within each project. My role emphasizes coordinating multidisciplinary teams while ensuring compliance with project specifications, DSA regulations, and LAUSD Design Guide standards. I am highly proficient in Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office, and Google Workspace, leveraging these tools to streamline workflows and allow project efficiency.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
PROJECT ENGINEER
KEMP BROS. CONSTRUCTION INC
SANTA FE SPRINGS, CA
01.2020 - Current
- Review subcontractor submissions for compliance with DSA-approved plans and owner requirements, and coordinate the approval process in accordance with OEHS standards, LAUSD specifications, and MEP design guidelines.
- Attend BIM coordination meetings to support the BIM manager by helping track and resolve clashes between MEP, structural steel, and other trades, reducing last-minute construction changes.
- Generate preliminary RFIs during design to identify potential issues early and prevent delays later in construction.
- Review and vet subcontractor RFIs to confirm proposed changes will result in warrantable details and systems.
- Use Procore and Bluebeam to support project workflows, including marking up drawings, preparing detail sketches for architects, creating Bluebeam sessions, and keeping submittals and RFIs organized.
- Maintain project-wide submittal and RFI logs to keep communication clear between owners and subcontractors.
- Assist with quality control reviews of delivered materials and installed work to verify compliance with project standards.
- Help manage CCD-A and CCD-B coordination for DSA projects, contributing to smoother approvals and reduced schedule risks.
PROJECT ASSISTANT & ANALYST
ADELLA LLC / NEWPORT PROPERTY VENTURES
LOS ANGELES, CA
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Assisted developers in planning a multi-unit apartment complex by contributing market analysis, income forecasting, and cash flow projections.
- Worked with architects and city officials to coordinate approvals and ensure projects stayed on track with compliance requirements.
- Conducted zoning research and location studies, helping shape project feasibility and design decisions.
- Supported development teams with market research and financial analysis, preparing rental surveys and feasibility studies for upcoming office projects.
- Analyzed competitive market data—including vacancy rates, absorption trends, and lease rates—to provide actionable insights for investment decisions.
ADMINISTRATIVE INTERN
KEMP BROS. CONSTRUCTION
LOS ANGELES COUNTY, CA
01.2016 - 12.2016
- Assisted in project documentation, hyperlinking details in contract drawings using bluebeam.
- Organized and kept up to date drawings in Procore and hardcopies for the team to ensure all red lines are up to date.
- Supported project management teams in distributing plans and specifications to subcontractors, enhancing project readiness.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Real Estate
NEW YORK UNIVERSITY (NYU)
01.2019
Skills
- Project engineering and coordination
- Submittal and RFI management
- Construction documentation control
- Real estate development and analysis
- Team collaboration and leadership
- Quality control and compliance
- Procore and Bluebeam proficiency
- Change order management
- Project scope definition
- Design-build expertise
Timeline
PROJECT ENGINEER
KEMP BROS. CONSTRUCTION INC
01.2020 - Current
PROJECT ASSISTANT & ANALYST
ADELLA LLC / NEWPORT PROPERTY VENTURES
01.2019 - 01.2020
ADMINISTRATIVE INTERN
KEMP BROS. CONSTRUCTION
01.2016 - 12.2016
Bachelor of Science - Real Estate
NEW YORK UNIVERSITY (NYU)
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