Project Engineer

Build Group; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Build Group in the San Francisco Bay Area is seeking a Project Engineer to coordinate information flow and assist in executing project work. The ideal candidate communicates clearly, collaborates across teams, and applies problem-solving skills to keep changes documented and integrated.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field, and hands-on experience with AutoCAD, construction management software, and MS Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in AutoCAD and construction management software.
• MS Office proficiency (Outlook, Project, Excel, Word).
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Schedule, plan, forecast, and manage all technical activities.
• Interpret plans and contract terms.
• Coordinate logistics, testing, and inspections.
• Implement safety programs and assist weekly meetings.
• Generate and track changes across plans, specs, and submittals.
• Assist with change management documents (PCO, RFIs).
• Provide quantity take-offs and weekly Labor Distribution updates.
• Track manpower, equipment, and supplies against budget.
• Use surveying equipment for field layout.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Clear communication

Problem-solving

Education

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

Tools

AutoCAD

Construction Management Software

MS Office

Job description

The Project Engineer is responsible for coordinating and managing the flow of information to prepare and assist in the execution of the project’s work. An ideal candidate shows interpersonal skills, demonstrates clear communication and problem-solving abilities. This role calls for flexibility and an eye for detail which are essential to ensure changes are properly documented and appropriated. We have openings in the San Francisco Bay Area.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Schedule, plan, forecast, resource, and manage all the technical activities with attention to project accuracy and quality.
• Interpret & explain plans and contract terms.
• Coordinate logistics, testing, and inspections.
• Implement safety programs and assist with weekly meetings.
• Generate, track and apply changes ensuring consistency across, plans, specs, and submittals.
• Assist with change management documentation and implementation (issue letters, PCO, COR, PCCO, RFIs).
• Provide quantity take-offs and updates for weekly Labor Distribution Reports.
• Track manpower, equipment, and supplies compared to budget.
• Use surveying equipment to perform surveys and determine field layout.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, preferably in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related filed.
• Solid computer skills with a working knowledge of AutoCAD, Construction Management Software as well as MS Office, (Outlook, Project, Excel, and Word)
• Reads understand and interpret construction plans, schematics, blueprints, drawings, and technical manuals to determine appropriate construction methods.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• A valid driver’s license.
• Applicable internships or field experience preferred.

This position description is a summary and not a complete representation of the position; the essential functions of the position may change as duties are assigned.

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