Construction Project Engineer

AECO; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a Construction Project Engineer in Los Angeles, CA to plan, coordinate and execute challenging construction projects, including healthcare facilities. You will work with multidisciplinary teams, oversee subcontractor performance, maintain schedules and contribute to safety, quality and operational excellence.

Responsibilities include RFIs, meeting minutes, project correspondence, plan interpretation, risk assessment, field issue resolution, and documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus 2 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with Client, General Contractor, trade contractors, Architects and Engineers.
• Organize, track and resolve RFIs.
• Generate and distribute meeting minutes and project correspondence.
• Read and interpret project plans and specifications.
• Assist in resolving issues in the field and monitor contractor performance.
• Appraise project risks and create risk registers with mitigation strategies.
• Assist with planning and coordination of contractor activities.
• Assist with monitoring work to ensure adherence to plans and quality control.
• Review manpower, material, equipment requirements with Project Manager.
• Support safety program compliance per OSHA requirements.
• Prepare reports and keep supervisors informed of progress.
• Maintain project records including diaries, logs, RFIs and submittals.
• Support CPM scheduling and resource planning.
• Interface with client and design professionals to ensure design intent.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree + 2 years experience

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Construction or Engineering

Job description

• Legal Entity: AECOM Technical Services Inc
• Business Line: PPM
• Work Location Model: On-Site
• Compensation: USD 80000.00 - USD 120000.00 - yearly

Company Description

At AECOM, we’re delivering a better world.

We believe infrastructure creates opportunity for everyone. Whether it’s improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive.

Our clients trust us to bring together the best people, ideas, technical expertise and digital solutions to our work in transportation, buildings, water, the environment and new energy. We’re one global team – 50,000 strong – driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world.

Here, you will have freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

We will give you the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

We will encourage you to grow and develop your career with us through our technical and professional development programs and diverse career opportunities. We believe in leadership at all levels. No matter where you sit in the organization you can make a lasting impact on the projects you work on, the teams and committees you join and our business.

We offer competitive pay and benefits, well-being programs to support you and your family, and the development resources you need to advance your career.

When you join us, you will connect and collaborate with a global network of experts – planners, designers, engineers, scientists, consultants, program and construction managers – leading the change toward a more sustainable and equitable future. Join us and let’s get started.

Job Description

AECOM is seeking a Construction Project Engineer in Los Angeles, CA. In this role you will plan, coordinate, and execute challenging construction projects, including healthcare facilities and other complex developments. You'll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, oversee subcontractor performance, help maintain project schedules, and contribute to a culture of safety, quality, and operational excellence. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while advancing your professional growth in a dynamic environment.

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Coordinate with various project team members, including the Client, General Contractor, trade contractors, Architects, and Engineers.
• Organize, track and resolve all incoming requests for information (RFIs).
• Generate and distribute meeting minutes.
• Generate and distribute project correspondence.
• Read and interpret project plans and specifications.
• Assist in resolving issues encountered in the field.
• Appraise project risks and create risk registers along with mitigation strategies.
• Assist with the planning and coordination of Contactor activities within the area of responsibility.
• Assist with monitoring Contractor’s work to ensure adherence with project plans and that it promotes quality control.
• Reviews manpower, material, equipment requirements with others as designated by Project Manager.
• Assists with compliance of safety program that creates a safe and healthy work environment and adheres to OSHA safety and record keeping requirements.
• Prepares reports, as required, and keeps supervisors informed on progress of overall assigned activities.
• Ensures compliance with all internal and external record keeping requirements.
• Uses current construction management system to perform record-keeping tasks including, composing daily diaries, maintaining project logs and retrieving RFIs, submittal logs, agreements, etc.
• Assists in monitoring the project pre-plan which includes a CPM schedule, work sequences, manpower utilization, material handling and storage requirements and equipment use.
• When requested, interfaces with client, architect and design professionals to ensure compliance to design intent and client satisfaction.
• Contribute to building good communications between field management, Project Management, Project Controls and Client.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus 2 years of relevant experienceor demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Valid driver's license required.

Preferred Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Construction, or Engineering
• Healthcare construction in California
• Industry certifications such as EIT or PE.

Additional Information

• Sponsorship is NOT available for this position.

Offered rate of compensation (California locations only) will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The salary range for this position is $80,000-$115,000.

AECOM is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits program to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D and disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absence, voluntary benefits, perks, wellness and global well-being, and global EAP, Business Travel and Service Awards programs.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options,well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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