Project Engineer

Wood Rodgers, Inc.; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 66,469 - 73,012; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Surprise days off

Leadership programs

Mentorship opportunities

Job summary

A leading engineering consulting firm is hiring a Project Engineer for the Land Development Department in Sacramento, CA. The role involves managing civil engineering projects for both private and public sector clients. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in Civil Engineering, a PE license, and six years of relevant experience. Benefits include a unique workplace culture that fosters innovation and teamwork, with opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Minimum of six years performing related engineering work, or equivalent education and experience.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) is required.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze engineering data and produce reports.

Responsibilities

• Performing technical analysis of assigned projects.
• Developing project schedules and setting milestones.
• Monitoring project progress and compliance.

Skills

Proficiency in AutoCAD

Civil Engineering knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

GIS

Civil 3D

Job description

Description

Are you seeking a career where you can foster a positive working environment and enhance employee relations? Do you possess flexibility, proactivity, approachability, a knack for problem‑solving, and a good sense of humor? If so, you’ve found the right place!

Department and Location

Department: Land Development

Location: Sacramento, CA

Compensation

$48.25 - $53.00 / hour (hourly, non‑exempt)

A note on hourly pay ranges: The range does not reflect geographic variations and may fluctuate above or below the stated amount. Offers will be based on several factors, including experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, training, and location. Base pay is just one part of the comprehensive compensation package offered by Wood Rodgers.

Role Overview

Wood Rodgers, a leading engineering consulting firm, is hiring a Project Engineer to join our Land Development Department. The role involves a variety of civil engineering projects performed on behalf of private and public sector clients. Under direction, a Project Engineer performs difficult and complex engineering tasks and may act as a supervisor to a small group of engineers and/or technical support staff. A Project Engineer may serve as a project manager on a single major project or several minor projects.

A Day in the Life

• Performing or guiding the technical analysis of assigned projects and making sound decisions on technical problems and methods based on established engineering principles and supervisory guidance.
• Assessing project requirements, defining objectives and constraints, developing budgets, performing feasibility studies, managing staff, and providing training and outside presentations as needed.
• Developing project schedules, setting milestones, and coordinating tasks to ensure projects are completed on time.
• Monitoring project progress and compliance with approved scope, and acting as the point of contact for inquiries regarding the project.
• Reviewing proposed changes for impact on the project design, budget, or schedule.
• Preparing reports and presentations that provide raw technical data in a concise and comprehensive manner.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (required).
• Minimum of six years performing related engineering work, or equivalent education and experience.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, including Civil 3D, GIS, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) (required).
• Demonstrated ability to gather, organize, and analyze engineering data, and produce comprehensive reports.
• Proven capability to efficiently manage a variety of engineering functions, work effectively as part of an engineering team, and possess excellent interpersonal skills.

Benefits and Culture

• Unique culture that encourages innovation, offers surprise days off, and reinvests in employees.
• Strong teamwork, supportive leadership, and holistic support for work and personal endeavors.
• Learning & development through leadership programs, mentorship, and goal‑setting initiatives.