Posted 08/05/2026
Job Number: 16982

Project Engineer

San Leandro, California Onsite

Industry:  Construction

Job Category: Construction

Job Type:  Direct Hire

Salary:  $95,000 - $105,000 / Annually

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Job Description

*Located anywhere in , Central Valley, up to Sacramento, across to Bay

Position Title: Project Engineer

About the Role: Are you ready to take the next step in your construction career with a company known for delivering complex, large-scale commercial and industrial projects? We’re looking for a motivated Project Engineer to support project teams from preconstruction through closeout, playing a key role in document control, subcontractor coordination, RFIs, submittals, scheduling, and quality assurance. This is a travel-based position supporting projects throughout California’s Central Valley, Sacramento region, and the Bay Area, offering exceptional career growth with one of the nation’s most respected general contractors. We’re looking for a detail-oriented, proactive professional who communicates confidently, takes ownership of their work, asks thoughtful questions, and thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced construction environment.

Salary Range: $95,000 – $110,000/ Year + Bonus DOE

Project Engineer Responsibilities:

  • Manage project documentation including RFIs, submittals, meeting minutes, procurement logs, and construction drawings
  • Support Project Managers and Superintendents with subcontract administration, scheduling, change orders, and project coordination
  • Monitor project progress while maintaining accurate records, photos, inspection reports, and as-built documentation
  • Coordinate distribution of drawings and specifications to subcontractors and ensure current project information is maintained
  • Assist with quality control efforts to verify installations align with approved submittals and project specifications
  • Track project costs, procurement activities, and schedule milestones to help keep projects on time and within budget
  • Promote a safe jobsite by supporting OSHA compliance and participating in project closeout activities

Project Engineer Requirements:

  • Minimum 3 years of experience as a Project Engineer working for a commercial General Contractor
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or a related field is strongly preferred
  • Experience supporting commercial construction projects valued at $20M or greater
  • Strong understanding of RFIs, submittals, construction documentation, and project coordination
  • Willingness to travel throughout California including the Central Valley, Sacramento area, and Bay Area as projects require
  • Strong communication skills with exceptional organization and attention to detail
  • Experience with Bluebeam, Procore, or similar construction management software is highly preferred

Benefits:

  • 100% employer-paid medical and dental coverage (employees and dependents)
  • 401(k) + Employer HSA Contributions (Immediate)
  • Generous paid holidays, vacation, life insurance, and disability coverage
  • Collaborative team environment with outstanding employee retention and leadership support
  • Opportunity to work on complex commercial and industrial projects valued up to $40M

If you’re ready to build your career with a growing industry leader that invests in its people and delivers exciting commercial construction projects, we’d love to hear from you—apply today

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