Project Engineer

JLL; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with matching

Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision

Paid parental leave

Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

Daily Pay

Job summary

JLL in Mountain View, CA is seeking a Project Engineer to provide day-to-day support to the Preconstruction Manager, Construction Manager, and Superintendent. You will administer documentation, maintain logs, and coordinate field-to-office communication while independently owning specific workstreams.

You will manage RFI logs, submittals, bids, purchase orders, and look-ahead reports, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery across multiple workstreams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in project coordination, project engineering, or a similar support role in commercial construction.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills; ability to prioritize across multiple workstreams and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in project and construction management technology (e-Builder, Procore, MS Project).
• Working knowledge of RFI, submittal, and change order processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; able to produce documentation ready for CM/PM review without a rewrite.
• Proven ability to work autonomously on assigned project components while maintaining accountability for deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and age the RFI log and submittal register, routing items forConstruction Manager and Project Manager review and closure.
• Manage construction management technology, ensure all project based tasks are up to date and accurate.
• Support bid package assembly for the Preconstruction Manager: compile scopes of work, bid-form documents, and bid-leveling spreadsheets.
• Track designer, vendor, and consultant purchase orders and help maintain the procurement and long-lead log.
• Prepare and distribute two-week look-ahead and weekly report drafts for Construction Manager and Superintendent review.
• Support daily field reporting: compile manpower logs, site photos, and visitor logs for the Superintendent.
• Assist with PCCO assembly and change order documentation.
• Coordinate AHJ permitting submissions and inspection scheduling.
• Support BIM/CAD coordination and clash tracking.
• Maintain the punchlist log from Substantial Completion through Final Completion and track items to zero.
• Assist with closeout package assembly: as-builts, O&Ms, warranties, training records, and attic stock log.
• Support collection of vendor invoices and cost reconciliation documentation.
• Assist in coordinating FF&E, client fit-up, and relocation logistics.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time-management

Prioritization

Procore

MS Project

e-Builder

RFI process

Submittal process

Change orders

Written communication

Verbal communication

Autonomous work

Education

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

Tools

e-Builder

Procore

MS Project

Job description

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way.

Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented peopleand empowering them tothrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you've got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you're looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.

What this job involves

As a Project Engineer, you provide critical, day-to-day support to the Preconstruction Manager, Construction Manager, and Superintendent - administering documentation, maintaining logs, and coordinating field-to-office communication under the direction of the project team, while independently owning specific workstreams.

What your day-to-day will look like

• Maintain and age the RFI log and submittal register, routing items for Construction Manager and Project Manager review and closure.
• Manage construction management technology, ensure all project based tasks are up to date and accurate.
• Support bid package assembly for the Preconstruction Manager: compile scopes of work, bid-form documents, and bid-leveling spreadsheets.
• Track designer, vendor, and consultant purchase orders and help maintain the procurement and long-lead log.
• Prepare and distribute two-week look-ahead and weekly report drafts for Construction Manager and Superintendent review.
• Support daily field reporting: compile manpower logs, site photos, and visitor logs for the Superintendent.
• Assist with PCCO assembly and change order documentation.
• Coordinate AHJ permitting submissions and inspection scheduling.
• Support BIM/CAD coordination and clash tracking.
• Maintain the punchlist log from Substantial Completion through Final Completion and track items to zero.
• Assist with closeout package assembly: as-builts, O&Ms, warranties, training records, and attic stock log.
• Support collection of vendor invoices and cost reconciliation documentation.
• Assist in coordinating FF&E, client fit-up, and relocation logistics.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in project coordination, project engineering, or a similar support role in commercial construction, with demonstrated ability to independently manage assigned tasks.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills; ability to prioritize across multiple workstreams and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in project and construction management technology (e.g., e-Builder, Procore, MS Project).
• Working knowledge of RFI, submittal, and change order processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; able to produce documentation ready for CM/PM review without a rewrite.
• Proven ability to work autonomously on assigned project components while maintaining accountability for deliverables.

Preferred qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or related field.
• Experience with construction management technology for daily reports, RFIs, submittals, or punch tracking.
• Exposure to estimating or bid-leveling technology.
• CAPM, PMP, or equivalent certification in progress or completed.
• Experience in mission-critical, workplace, or landlord-controlled environments.

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way. Our people at JLL and JLL Technologies are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory, and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers, and find a place where they belong. Whether you've got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades, or technology, or you're looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.

This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Expected compensation for this position:

75,000.00 - 105,000.00 USD per year

Final compensation packages are determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.

Location:

On-site -Mountain View, CA

Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:

JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health. Some of these benefits include:

• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
• Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay

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