Project Engineer, Civil Engineering

Project Engineer

Location: Projects in Sacramento & Chico, CA

$70,000.00/yr - $95,000.00/yr

We are seeking a motivated Project Engineer to support both ground-up & rehab and multi-family residential & commercial projects across the Sacramento and Butte County regions. This role offers the opportunity to work with an established general contractor focused on delivering high-quality, community-driven developments including affordable housing and hotel facilities.

The Project Engineer will play a key role in coordinating project documentation, supporting field and office teams, and ensuring projects progress smoothly from preconstruction through closeout. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is committed to professional growth within the construction industry.

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field
• Minimum 2–3 years of experience supporting construction projects for a general contractor
• Proven experience working on multi-family residential or similar vertical construction projects
• Strong understanding of construction documents, specifications, and submittal processes
• Proficiency with project management software platforms and Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to effectively coordinate with project managers, superintendents, subcontractors, and design teams
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to interpret and track RFI, ASI, and change order workflows
• Commitment to maintaining project schedules, quality standards, and safety protocols
• Authorization to work in the United States

• Experience working on affordable housing developments or hotel construction projects
• Familiarity with construction management software such as Procore, Bluebeam, or similar platforms
• Exposure to preconstruction activities, estimating, or value-engineering processes
• Understanding of California building codes and local permitting requirements
• Experience in the Sacramento or other Northern California construction markets
• Ability to assist with BIM coordination or technology-driven project workflows
• OSHA 30 certification or similar safety training

• Support the project team in planning, coordinating, and executing multi-family residential and hospitality construction projects
• Review, process, and track submittals, RFIs, change orders, and related project documentation
• Assist with project scheduling, ensuring tasks and milestones remain on track
• Coordinate closely with architects, engineers, consultants, and subcontractors to maintain project continuity
• Prepare meeting minutes, logs, reports, and other project documentation as required
• Assist with site walks, quality control checks, and verification of completed work
• Support procurement processes, including materials tracking and subcontractor onboarding
• Help monitor project budgets and cost events in collaboration with project management
• Ensure all work aligns with safety standards, project specifications, and quality expectations
• Contribute to problem-solving efforts, proactively identifying and resolving project issues
• Facilitate communication between field and office teams to ensure seamless project execution

Not Applicable

Full-time

Project Management, Quality Assurance, and Administrative

Building Construction, Construction, and Civil Engineering