Project Engineer III – Los Angeles, CA

Full-Time | On-Site | Los Angeles, CA

Every day at CMTS, our team delivers infrastructure projects that positively impact lives and communities. With over 42 years of industry experience, CMTS has built a strong foundation for continued success, providing project and construction management services to public and private clients nationwide.

We value our employees by fostering a culture of learning, professional development, and collaboration. CMTS is committed to maintaining a work environment that emphasizes safety, integrity, and accountability while supporting work-life balance and employee well-being. Our teams are empowered to grow, contribute, and make a meaningful impact through the projects we deliver.

CMTS is seeking a highly motivated Project Engineer III to support the BuildLACCD Program Management Office in Los Angeles, CA. This role provides technical and engineering support for capital construction, modernization, and sustainability projects tied to the Los Angeles Community College District’s bond-funded program.

The Project Engineer III will coordinate with project managers, construction managers, contractors, architects, engineers, inspectors, consultants, and college staff to support project delivery from planning and design through construction, commissioning, and closeout. This position will also support sustainability-focused projects including energy systems, LED lighting, building management systems, central plant decarbonization, renewable energy, microgrid, PV, BESS, and EV charging station projects.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or a related field
• Four additional years of qualifying experience beyond the minimum requirement may be substituted for the required education

• Minimum seven (7) years of professional experience in a similar construction, engineering, or project engineering role
• Experience supporting capital construction, modernization, or infrastructure projects
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, specifications, and shop drawings
• Experience reviewing RFIs, submittals, change orders, field orders, and project documentation
• Experience coordinating with contractors, architects, engineers, inspectors, consultants, and project stakeholders
• Ability to work in a team environment and take initiative
• Ability to effectively manage daily work efforts in a fast-paced environment
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Experience maintaining project files in both electronic and paper formats
• Knowledge of construction contracts, project documentation, and risk management processes

• Experience on educational facility programs or projects
• Experience with Division of the State Architect projects
• Experience in all phases of the project lifecycle, including master planning, design, construction, commissioning, and closeout
• Professional Engineer License
• Certified Construction Manager certification
• Similar professional construction or engineering credentials
• Experience with sustainability projects, energy efficiency, renewable energy, or decarbonization projects
• Experience with Energy Information System platforms, LED lighting, Building Management Systems, central plant/chiller systems, PV, BESS, microgrids, or EV charging stations

• Provide technical and engineering support to the BuildLACCD Program Management Office, Project Managers, and Construction Managers
• Coordinate with PMO staff, College Project Teams, contractors, architects, engineers, inspectors, consultants, and college staff
• Participate in and occasionally lead design or construction meetings
• Perform field…