Project Engineer

Actalent; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability benefits

HSA

Paid time off

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Project Engineer in San Jose, CA to support field engineering and construction activities. The role focuses on project documentation, coordination across MEP trades, and collaboration with field engineers and superintendents on RFIs, submittals, and change orders.

You will leverage computer-based project management tools to maintain records, drive effective communication, and support planning and execution as the organization structures and grows.

Qualifications

• Experience handling RFIs, submittals, and change orders on construction projects.
• Experience in field engineering or project engineering on construction projects.
• Proficiency with computer-based tools for project documentation and management.
• Ability to coordinate with MEP scopes and related trades.
• Strong construction management and project management skills with attention to detail.
• Understanding of workflows, documentation, and field coordination.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day project activities with field engineers and superintendents.
• Prepare, issue, and track RFIs to clarify design and construction issues.
• Review and process submittals for compliance with specifications.
• Initiate, document, and track change orders with defined scope, cost, and schedule impacts.
• Support project planning, scheduling, and execution with management and construction teams.
• Maintain accurate project records, logs, and documentation using computer-based systems.
• Coordinate with MEP and other trades to support integrated construction activities.
• Contribute to continuous improvement as the organization restructures and grows.

Skills

RFIs management

Submittals handling

Change orders

MEP coordination

Project management

Documentation

Independent work

Education

BG in construction/engineering

Tools

Project management software

Job description

Job Title: Project Engineer

Job Description

This Project Engineer role focuses on supporting field engineering and construction activities with a strong emphasis on project documentation, coordination, and collaboration across trades, including mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP). The position suits an experienced construction professional who contributes to a restructuring and growing organization by managing RFIs, submittals, and change orders while leveraging solid computer and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Support field engineering and construction operations by coordinating day-to-day project activities with field engineers and superintendents.
• Prepare, issue, and track Requests for Information (RFIs) to ensure timely clarification of design and construction issues.
• Manage, review, and process submittals to confirm compliance with project specifications and requirements.
• Initiate, document, and track change orders, ensuring that scope, cost, and schedule impacts are clearly defined and communicated.
• Collaborate with project management and construction teams to support overall project planning, scheduling, and execution.
• Use computer-based tools and software to maintain accurate project records, logs, and documentation related to RFIs, submittals, and change orders.
• Coordinate with MEP and other trade partners to support integrated construction activities and resolve field issues.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts as the organization restructures and grows, sharing insights from field and project experience.

Essential Skills

• Minimum 34 years of experience in construction, specifically handling RFIs, submittals, and change orders.
• Demonstrated experience working in a field engineering or similar project engineering capacity on construction projects.
• Proficiency with computer-based tools and systems used for project documentation and management.
• Ability and willingness to work with MEP (mechanical, electrical, and plumbing) scopes and coordinate with related trades.
• Strong construction management and project management skills, including organization and attention to detail.
• Solid understanding of construction processes, documentation workflows, and field coordination.
• Capability to work independently and collaboratively with field engineers, superintendents, and project teams.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• BG in construction, engineering, or a related field, with openness to a variety of prior project types.
• Experience supporting restructuring or growth environments where processes and teams are evolving.
• Strong communication skills to interface effectively with field staff, project managers, and trade partners.
• Comfort working across different trades and disciplines, especially within MEP-focused projects.

Work Environment

The role operates in a construction-focused environment that is actively restructuring and growing, offering exposure to evolving processes and expanding project workloads. You will collaborate closely with field engineers and superintendents on active job sites and use computer-based systems extensively to manage RFIs, submittals, and change orders. The position requires comfort working around MEP and other construction trades and adapting to a dynamic setting where project needs and priorities may shift as the organization scales.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of San Jose, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $70.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in San Jose,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 16, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

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