Construction Project Engineer

Dan Harris Construction Inc; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Benefits

Opportunities for growth

Job summary

D+H Construction, Inc. is seeking a construction project engineering/coordination professional to support the Project Manager and Superintendent from preconstruction to closeout. You will help manage documentation, coordination, and communications across office and field teams.

Responsibilities include processing RFIs and submittals, reviewing plans for constructability, coordinating with subs, and visiting jobsites to surface issues early. Growth opportunities are available within the role.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in construction project engineering, project coordination, or construction management.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and follow through consistently.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Project or similar tools.
• Bay Area local with the ability to visit jobsites regularly.

Responsibilities

• Process and track RFIs, submittals, change orders, meeting minutes, logs, and turnover documentation.
• Review plans and specs to support scope clarity and constructability.
• Support subcontractor coordination and project communication.
• Visit jobsites regularly to understand field conditions and surface issues early.
• Assist with as-builts, O&M manuals, warranties, and final turnover materials.
• Keep the team organized, aligned, and accountable through the project lifecycle.

Skills

Reading drawings

Organizational skills

Written and verbal communication

Multi-tasking

Attention to detail

MS Excel experience

MS Project experience

Education

Degree or vocational training in construction management/engineering/architecture

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Project

Job description

At D+H Construction, we build innovative projects, lasting client relationships, and strong careers for our team. Founded in 1981, we are a mid-sized, established general contractor. Our work includes new construction and rehabilitation of multi-family affordable housing for top nonprofit developers in the Bay Area.

Why Work Here?

• Join an elite team with direct access to firm leaders
• We are established, yet growing
• Our clients are mostly nonprofit developers driving to expand affordable housing in the Bay Area
• We offer competitive compensation and benefits
• We aim to create an inclusive, respectful environment
• Benefit from exposure to multiple aspects of the industry

Responsibilities

In this role, you will work closely with the Project Manager and Superintendent to help keep projects moving from preconstruction through closeout. You will support project documentation, communication, coordination, and follow-through across both office and field activities.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Processing and tracking RFIs, submittals, change orders, meeting minutes, logs, and closeout documentation
• Reviewing plans and specifications to support scope clarity and identify potential constructability issues
• Supporting subcontractor coordination and project communication
• Visiting jobsites regularly to understand field conditions and help surface issues early
• Assisting with as-builts, O&M manuals, warranties, and final turnover materials
• Helping the team stay organized, aligned, and accountable throughout the project lifecycle

This position has room for growth and is ideal for someone interested in expanding their career in construction project management.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in construction project engineering, project coordination, or construction management
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and follow through consistently
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Project or similar tools
• Bay Area local with the ability to visit jobsites regularly

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience in affordable housing, multifamily, rehabilitation, or community-oriented construction
• Experience with Procore, Bluebeam, or similar construction software
• Field experience
• Degree or vocational training in construction management, engineering, architecture, or related area

We offer great benefits, learning opportunities, and professional growth.

EEO Notice: D+H Construction, Inc. is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. D+H Construction, Inc. encourages applicants of all ages.