Entry-Level Project Engineer – Public Works & School Projects

Avsar Construction Development, INC.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement plan

Comprehensive Health Insurance (med/dn

Paid Time Off

Job summary

AVSAR Construction is seeking an entry-level Project Engineer in Los Angeles to support school and institutional public works construction projects. Recent graduates are encouraged to apply; no prior full-time construction experience is required.

You will work with experienced team members to coordinate documentation, track open items, support field activities, and develop practical construction knowledge while following site safety procedures.

Qualifications

• A degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or a related field, or equivalent relevant education and experience.
• Strong organization, attention to detail, and follow-through.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic proficiency with Excel, Word, and digital document management.
• Willingness to learn construction drawings, specifications, and project-management software.
• Ability to participate in required project meetings and site visits.
• Relevant coursework, internships, and co-op experience welcome; not expected to independently manage a project.

Responsibilities

• Assist with reviewing drawings, specifications, and revisions; flag questions and discrepancies for the project team.
• Help prepare and track RFIs, submittals, meeting minutes, and project correspondence.
• Maintain organized project files, logs, and action-item lists.
• Follow up on assigned items with subcontractors and suppliers under the project team’s direction.
• Attend project meetings and site visits; document progress through photographs, field notes, and reports.
• Assist with quantity takeoffs, estimating information, and organizing subcontractor quotations when assigned.
• Support change-order documentation, invoice backup, punch lists, and closeout records.
• Coordinate assigned tasks with field personnel, testing agencies, and inspectors.
• Follow site safety procedures and promptly raise questions or concerns to the project lead.

Skills

Organization

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Excel & Word

Documentation management

Education

Civil Engineering / Construction Management / Architecture degree

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

Job description

AVSAR Construction is seeking an entry-level Project Engineer in Los Angeles to support school and institutional public works construction projects. Recent graduates are encouraged to apply; no prior full-time construction experience is required.

You will work with experienced team members to coordinate documentation, track open items, support field activities, and develop practical construction knowledge while following site safety procedures.