Entry Level Construction Project Engineer - San Diego

Cagayan State University; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PECD program with hands-on development

Career flexibility

Continuing education reimbursement

Performance-based bonus structure

Cell-phone reimbursement

401(k) plan with 6% company match

15 days of vacation

Wellness benefits including medical, d

Dental, vision, disability coverage

Job summary

Cagayan State University is seeking a Project Engineer to lead scheduling, estimating, cost control, and quality assurance on field projects, while supporting business development and client relations.

The role emphasizes in-field learning with mentorship to develop competencies in scheduling, estimating, safety management, and resource oversight for progression into leadership roles.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, civil engineering, or related field.
• GPA 2.8 or higher.
• At least one relevant internship.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong documentation and organizational abilities.
• Problem-solving aptitude.
• Reliable transportation to job sites.

Responsibilities

• Master scheduling and production rate tracking.
• Assist with estimating and budget preparation.
• Manage project cost control and safety protocols.
• Conduct quality control and support business development.
• Maintain client relations and manage field resources.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Documentation

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Internship experience

Reliable transportation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field

Job description

Your Role

Here’s what you will be doing:

• Master scheduling and production rate tracking
• Assist with estimating and budget preparation
• Manage project cost control and safety protocols
• Conduct quality control and support business development
• Maintain client relations and manage field resources

About You

The company is looking for candidates who have:

• Bachelor's Degree, preferably in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field
• Cumulative GPA of 2.8 or higher
• At least one relevant internship experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong documentation and organizational abilities
• Problem-solving aptitude
• Reliable transportation to job sites

Compensation & Benefits

• Participation in the Project Engineer Career Development (PECD) program with hands-on development
• Internal career flexibility
• Continuing education reimbursement
• Performance-based bonus structure
• Cell-phone reimbursement
• 401(k) plan with 6% company match, eligible upon hire
• 15 days of vacation available upon hire
• Wellness benefits including medical, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, critical illness coverage, and FSA

Training & Development

The PECD program emphasizes in-field learning and individual mentorship to develop skills across multiple competencies. Project Engineers gain experience in scheduling, estimating, safety management, quality control, business development, and resource management to prepare for leadership roles.

Career Progression

Project Engineers build experience to advance into roles such as project management, estimating, or construction management based on their career interests.