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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