Project Engineer

AECOM; Orange (CA); Presencial; USD 75.000 - 105.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

AECOM is seeking an early-career Project Engineer based in Southern California. The role supports the Project Manager/Construction Manager in planning, coordination, and control of projects from preliminary design to close out, with a focus on construction administration, project documentation, and field oversight.

Preferred candidates will have OSHPD/HCAI and DSA experience, and a background in architecture, construction, or engineering.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree plus 2 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Preferred: Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Construction, or Engineering.
• 4 or more years of relevant engineering experience.
• Industry certifications such as EIT or PE.

Responsabilidades

• Support the Project Manager / Construction Manager in planning, coordination, and control of projects from preliminary design to close out.
• Focus on construction administration, project documentation, and field oversight.
• Experience in hospital/healthcare work under OSHPD / HCAI and school work under DSA is preferred.
• Work across public and private sector projects with emphasis on compliance and quality.

Conocimientos

Project coordination

Construction administration

Documentation

Field oversight

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Construction, or Engineering

Bachelor's degree

EIT or PE certification

Descripción del empleo

Company Description

At AECOM, we’re delivering a better world.

We believe infrastructure creates opportunity for everyone. Whether it’s improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive.

Our clients trust us to bring together the best people, ideas, technical expertise and digital solutions to our work in transportation, buildings, water, the environment and new energy. We’re one global team – 50,000 strong – driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world.

Here, you will have freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

We will give you the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion – a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

We will encourage you to grow and develop your career with us through our technical and professional development programs and diverse career opportunities. We believe in leadership at all levels. No matter where you sit in the organization you can make a lasting impact on the projects you work on, the teams and committees you join and our business.

We offer competitive pay and benefits, well-being programs to support you and your family, and the development resources you need to advance your career.

When you join us, you will connect and collaborate with a global network of experts – planners, designers, engineers, scientists, consultants, program and construction managers – leading the change toward a more sustainable and equitable future. Join us and let’s get started.

Job Description

AECOM is seeking a Project Engineer to be based in Southern California. This is an early-career role suited to recent university graduates as well as project engineers with up to seven years of experience. The Project Engineer supports the Project Manager / Construction Manager in the planning, coordination, and control of projects from preliminary design to close out, with a focus on construction administration, project documentation, and field oversight. Projects may include hospital and healthcare work under OSHPD / HCAI, school work under the Division of the State Architect (DSA), and other public and private sector projects. Experience in these areas is preferred.

AECOM’s Program Management (PgM) business line is a global leader in delivering complex, large-scale programs across diverse sectors. With a focus on innovation, collaboration, and excellence, PgM provides end-to-end solutions that drive impactful results for clients worldwide. Our expertise spans infrastructure, transportation, energy, water, and urban development, ensuring that every program is executed with precision, efficiency, and sustainability.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree plus 2 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Valid driver's license required.

Preferred Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Construction, or Engineering
• 4 or more years of relevant engineering experience
• Industry certifications such as EIT or PE.

Additional Information

• Sponsorship is not offered for this position now or in the future.
• Relocation not available with this opportunity.

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options,u, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.