Project Engineer

Cahillcontractors; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus

Healthcare benefits including HMO and PPO

401(k) with employer matching

Flexible PTO

Paid Volunteer Time Off

Wellness Program with stipends

Job summary

Cahill Contractors is looking for a Project Engineer starting September 2026. This attractive opportunity is designed for junior-level candidates who want to gain experience in commercial construction while managing projects and learning hands-on skills.

The candidate will work on-site in the San Francisco Bay Area, with a competitive salary range of $90,000 to $95,000 and full healthcare benefits including a 401(k) plan. Join Cahill and contribute to quality structures across various sectors.

Qualifications

• Experience at a general contractor preferred.
• Education: minimum 4-year degree required.
• Strong computer skills in required software.

Responsibilities

• Assist with managing QC Paperwork/Tracking on Procore.
• Assist with quantity take-offs, bidding and estimating.
• Support Project Managers with contract documents.

Skills

Experience at a general contractor

Experience with multi-family and institutional building

Microsoft Project

Excel

Outlook

Experience with BIM

Experience with Procore

Education

Minimum 4-year degree in engineering, construction management, architecture, or development

Job description

Project Engineer (September 2026 Start)

Who We Are

Cahill Contractors is a majority family- and woman-owned general contractor that specializes in the construction of multi-family residential, education, hospitality, and other commercial projects. With offices in San Francisco, Oakland, and San Jose, Cahill works throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. Now in its fourth generation of family leadership, Cahill has been building lasting relationships and quality structures with integrity since 1911. Cahill serves as a trusted partner to our clients, committed to their success from early in preconstruction through construction and beyond. Our employees take tremendous pride in their work and are consistently guided by Cahill’s five core values: Safety, Integrity, Commitment, Collaboration, and Continuous Improvement. Cahill is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Position Summary

This is a junior-level management position that offers individuals with limited experience in construction the opportunity to learn hands on estimating, management, and commercial construction practices. Project Engineers usually work out of the jobsite as necessary to meet the demands of their projects. The projected start date for this role is September 2026.

Responsibilities

• Assist with managing QC Paperwork/Tracking on Procore
• Assist with quantity take-offs, bidding and estimating
• Assist Project Managers and Superintendents with tracking of contract documents and resolving field-generated questions
• Responsible for learning safe construction practice, documenting changes, tracking schedules, overseeing subcontractors
• Assist the Project Superintendent with record keeping
• Our intent is to expose Project Engineers to all aspects of a construction project by giving them a significant level of responsibility. They are not limited to a specific group of tasks.

Qualifications & Skills

• Background: experience at a general contractor preferred. Experience with multi-family and institutional building preferred.
• Education: minimum 4-year degree required. Have a degree in engineering, construction management, architecture, or development.
• Computer skills: Microsoft Project, Excel, and Outlook required. Experience with BIM and/or Procore.

Physical Requirements

• Repetitively use hand motions for keyboard use and physical use of vision to read computer monitors and paper documents.
• Regularly use hands to operate standard office equipment (personal computer, phone, printer, etc.)
• See with close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and have the ability to adjust focus.
• Sit at a desk for prolonged periods of time working on a computer.
• Talk and hear at normal levels. The noise level in the office work environment is usually low to moderate.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds occasionally.

What Can Cahill Offer You?

• Employment – This is a full‑time position located on a project jobsite in the Bay Area. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer an annual discretionary performance‑based bonus.
• Healthcare Benefits - We provide coverage options with a PPO plan, an HMO plan, including Kaiser. Cahill covers 100% of monthly premiums for employee medical/dental/vision coverage for HMO and PPO plans. Multiple options are available for spouse/partner and family coverage. Additionally, we offer a Medical FSA option.
• Retirement - Our 401(k) plan includes significant employer matching and an annual discretionary contribution. We also offer financial advisors to help you plan for your future.
• Time Off - We understand the importance of balancing work and personal life. Our flexible PTO package allows you to recharge and take care of life's demands. The position starts with 5 days of PTO already earned and will accrue 3 additional weeks of PTO in the first year.
• Volunteer Time Off - We provide paid time‑off for volunteering, so our team members can make a meaningful impact to the communities we serve.
• Wellness Program Cahill's Wellness Program supports physical, mental, financial, and community well‑being with an annual wellness stipend, plus free resources and training.

The base yearly salary for this exempt role is targeted between $90,000 - $95,000.

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Cahill is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.