Project Engineer

US CareerLink; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

US CareerLink in the Bay Area is seeking a Project Engineer for a leading heavy civil contractor. Ideal for graduates or early-career engineers (1–5 years) who want exposure to public works infrastructure and underground utilities.

You will assist the Project Manager, track progress, review submittals, and coordinate with municipalities, inspectors, and field teams while supporting safety and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• 1–5 years of relevant experience (internships or full‑time) in construction preferred.
• Strong understanding of civil principles and interest in underground construction.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to thrive in a public works contracting environment with multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Project Manager in delivering projects on time and on budget.
• Track progress, update schedules, and prepare project reports.
• Review and process submittals, shop drawings, and RFIs.
• Perform geotechnical reviews and analysis for underground utility work.
• Support quality control and testing requirements.
• Prepare and track change orders.
• Review contract documents and specifications to ensure compliance.
• Maintain detailed project documentation.
• Order and track project materials, equipment, and supplies; coordinate with subcontractors and vendors.
• Interface with municipal owners, inspectors, and agencies throughout the Bay Area.
• Maintain strong professional relationships with owners and field teams.
• Resolve conflicts and support on‑site problem solving.
• Attend progress meetings with municipalities and stakeholders.
• Support job site safety programs and ensure OSHA compliance.
• Assist with environmental and regulatory requirements related to public works.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Job description

We’re hiring a Project Engineer on behalf of a leading heavy civil contractor in the Bay Area. This role is ideal for a graduate or early-career engineer (1–5 years’ experience) who wants to gain exposure to all aspects of public works infrastructure and underground utilities.

About the Company

This contractor specializes in public works and underground construction, delivering projects such as:

• Water & sewer transmission pipelines
• Pump stations
• Water & wastewater treatment facilities
• Other underground utility infrastructure for municipalities across the Bay Area

With a reputation for technical excellence and collaborative project delivery, they offer a career path that combines hands‑on engineering with leadership development.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Project Manager in delivering projects on time and on budget
• Track progress, update schedules, and prepare project reports
• Review and process submittals, shop drawings, and RFIs
• Perform geotechnical reviews and analysis (trench stability, shoring, dewatering, etc.) for underground utility work
• Support quality control and testing requirements
• Prepare and track change orders
• Review contract documents and specifications to ensure compliance
• Maintain detailed project documentation
• Order and track project materials, equipment, and suppliesCoordinate with subcontractors and suppliers to ensure timely delivery
• Interface directly with municipal owners, inspectors, and agencies throughout the Bay Area
• Maintain strong professional relationships with owners, engineers, subcontractors, and field teams
• Resolve conflicts and support effective problem‑solving on‑site
• Attend progress meetings with municipalities and stakeholders
• Support job site safety programs and ensure OSHA compliance
• Assist with environmental and regulatory requirements related to public works

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
• 1–5 years of relevant experience (internships or full‑time) in construction preferred
• Strong understanding of civil principles and interest in underground construction
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to thrive in a public works contracting environment with multiple stakeholders
• Salary $80,000 - $140,000
• Long‑term career growth opportunities with a respected Bay Area contractor