Construction Engineer (EIT) – Transportation Projects

Unico-Engineering; Folsom (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Vacation and Sick Leave

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Life insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Job summary

UNICO Engineering in California is seeking a Construction Engineer with 2–5 years of experience. An Engineer-in-Training (EIT) is required, and a PE license is preferred to support Resident Engineers on transportation projects in Northern and Central California.

Role involves meetings with contractors and agencies, maintaining records, reviewing submittals, and managing budgets. Salary depends on experience; a strong team environment and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Certified as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT).
• BS in Construction Management, Civil, or Structural Engineering with 2 years of relevant construction experience, or 8 years of relevant construction engineering experience.
• PE license is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate and attend meetings with the Contractor, client agencies, and the public as necessary.
• Establish and maintain project records.
• Review RFIs and letters; review and process submittals.
• Document and authorize payments; ensure contractor work compliance.
• Review costs and time impact; participate in construction reviews.
• Manage and forecast project budgets; draft responses to NOPCs and claims.
• Maintain as-built drawings; prepare final closeout documents.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Teamwork

Budget/Cost analysis

Education

Engineer-in-Training (EIT)

BS in Construction Management, Civil, or Structural Eng

Professional Engineer (PE) license (preferred)

Job description

UNICO Engineering in California is seeking a Construction Engineer with 2–5 years of experience. An Engineer-in-Training (EIT) is required, and a PE license is preferred to support Resident Engineers on transportation projects in Northern and Central California.

Role involves meetings with contractors and agencies, maintaining records, reviewing submittals, and managing budgets. Salary depends on experience; a strong team environment and growth opportunities are offered.