Construction Project Engineer

C&S Companies; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

C&S Companies is seeking a Construction Project Engineer for a Sacramento project-based role, providing onsite field and office construction support. You will coordinate RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, subcontract development, change orders, scheduling, and progress tracking while using Procore and related tools.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in construction management and strong communication skills, with experience in scheduling and coordinating subcontractors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field.
• Nice to have ability to interpret drawings, contract documents and sequencing.
• Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a team and manage a diverse set of disciplines.
• Proficiency with Procore, MS Project, Bluebeam and MS Office is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate all site activities and provide field and office construction support.
• Assist Project Manager in subcontract administration and cost control.
• Support document controls, submittals and e-construction inputs.
• Schedule subcontractor activities and track progress to ensure QC and specs.
• Ensure materials, equipment, and information are available for crews.

Skills

Written/verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Strong work ethic

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

MS Project

Microsoft Office

Job description

At C&S Companies, we believe work environment, culture, and the opportunity to learn and grow are key elements when considering a new job. We are just the right size to provide the resources and support you need without the burdensome bureaucracy of a large corporate environment. To that end, we foster a family-friendly and supportive workplace; collaborative and employee-focused with an emphasis on quality, integrity, trust, fun, and accountability.

We promote personal and professional growth by cultivating and sustaining a safe, inclusive atmosphere where everyone feels a sense of belonging. By encouraging employees to bring their whole selves to work, we create a diverse and equitable environment where all our voices are heard.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Construction Project Engineer to assist Project Management for a project-based position within Sacramento to provide onsite field and office construction support, RFI coordination, submittals/shop drawings, subcontract development, change orders verification and development, scheduling, & construction progress tracking.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for and coordinating all activities on the jobsite, including field support/oversight of subcontractors, labor planning, scheduling, project management, and project close-out.
• Assists the Project Manager in subcontract administration process, including reviewing/controlling of project costs and budgets.
• Assist project team as field superintendent with document controls, submittal, and all associated e-construction input.
• Responsible for coordinating and scheduling subcontractor activities, documenting construction occurrences and activities, and ensure the quality and compliance with plans and specs are met.
• Ensures that subcontractors, foreman, and crews have the materials, equipment, and information necessary to perform the job.
• Must be able to provide project coverage on site.
• Use software such as Procore, Microsoft Office, Bluebeam to support PMs, and executives.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Bachelor's degree in construction management or another related field.
• Basic knowledge of the construction industry and construction principles/practices.
• Basic knowledge of how to interpret construction drawings, contract documents, and construction sequencing
• Excellent written/verbal communication and interpersonal skills, plus ability to manage a team of varied disciplines
• Strong work ethic and desire to work in a team environment
• Advanced knowledge of MS office, Bluebeam, MS Project
• Functional with Procore and scheduling software a plus
• Must be flexible for learning new things and a trustworthy teammate.

Estimated Base Compensation Range: $60,000 - $70,000/year*

*Actual compensation may vary based on related work experience, geographical location and market conditions, education/training, certifications, and other credentials, as well as applicable knowledge and skills.

WHO WE ARE:

C&S Companies is a nationally recognized architecture, engineering, planning, and construction firm with more than 50 years of experience delivering projects for public and private clients across the United States. Our West Coast General Contracting Construction business is one of the fastest-growing businesses within C&S Companies, providing preconstruction, general contracting, construction management, design-build, and CMAR services throughout the Western region. Our team serves a diverse portfolio of commercial, residential, and large-scale aviation projects, bringing the resources and technical depth of a national firm together with experienced local leadership and hands-on project execution.

As an integrated A/E/C firm, C&S offers clients a unique combination of planning, design, engineering, and construction expertise under one organization-allowing our teams to identify challenges early, collaborate effectively, and deliver complex projects safely, efficiently, and predictably.