Junior Construction Project Engineer

Los Angeles Unified School District; Los Angeles, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

CalPERS retirement

Vacation leave

Paid holidays

Job summary

Los Angeles Unified School District is seeking an Associate Project Engineer I to support the Project Execution Branch in construction and modernization efforts across campuses under a multi-year capital program. You will assist in engineering issue analysis, schedule reviews, and contractor coordination to ensure projects meet district standards.

This entry-level role offers on-the-job training, exposure to district procedures, and growth toward professional licensure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in architecture or engineering or construction management.
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Construction Manager-in-Training preferred.
• Valid California driver’s license.
• Foreign transcript evaluation required for degrees from outside the U.S.
• Students in last semester may compete; degree verification on the list.

Responsibilities

• Assist project management staff in analyzing construction engineering issues.
• Review contractor baseline and monthly progress schedules during pre-construction.
• Support change orders and cost estimates.
• Assist closeout staff with DS A standards documentation.
• Input and process project documents using project management software.
• Review invoices and contractor payments.
• Conduct site walks to monitor progress and address inquiries.
• Coordinate permit requests with public agencies and stakeholders.
• Prepare and distribute meeting minutes.
• Monitor contractor safety practices and SWPPP.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Analytical thinking

Willingness to learn

Project management mentality

Education

Bachelor's degree in architecture, civil/structural/electrical/mechanical/environmental engineering or construction management

Tools

Project management software

Job description

Los Angeles Unified School District is seeking an Associate Project Engineer I to support the Project Execution Branch in construction and modernization efforts across campuses under a multi-year capital program. You will assist in engineering issue analysis, schedule reviews, and contractor coordination to ensure projects meet district standards.

This entry-level role offers on-the-job training, exposure to district procedures, and growth toward professional licensure.