Project Engineer

RRM Design Group; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 98,612 - 111,654; Full time

Job summary

A leading multidisciplinary design firm in California is seeking a Project Engineer to join their Civil Engineering team. In this role, you’ll manage public and private land development projects, ensuring they meet client expectations and stay within budget. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, have a minimum of five years' experience, and preferably hold a California PE license. This full-time position offers an expected salary range of $98,612 to $111,654 based on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of work experience in civil engineering.
• Active California PE license is preferred.
• Current knowledge of codes and laws relevant to engineering.

Responsibilities

• Support management for land development projects.
• Monitor junior staff performance in project scope and budget.
• Oversee project budgets for managed projects.
• Direct CAD and design work of junior staff.
• Assist in preparation of task budgets.

Skills

Civil Engineering knowledge

Project management

Communication skills

Budget management

Leadership

CAD proficiency

Civil 3D experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Project Engineer – Civil Engineering

We’re looking for a talented and motivated individual to join our dynamic Civil Engineering team as a Project Engineer. You will work on diverse public and private land development projects, helping to deliver infrastructure, water resources, roads, and more within budget and on time.

Responsibilities

• Support management for public and private land development projects, including schedule, budget, communication with the client, and overall project design under the supervision of the Project Manager.
• Monitor the performance of junior staff in staying within scope and budget.
• Oversee overall project budget for managed projects.
• Direct and oversee CAD and design work of junior staff.
• Assist in the preparation of task budgets within a proposal under the direction of a Project Manager.
• Prepare reports and direct the activities of junior staff in gathering data.

What You’ll Bring To the Table

• A Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering.
• A minimum of five (5) years of work experience.
• An active California PE license is strongly preferred.
• Current knowledge of professional codes, laws, computer applications, and trends.
• Work experience in Civil 3D.

Above & Beyond

• Some work experience in architecture, engineering, surveying, landscape architecture, or planning firm.

We’re eager to learn more about your qualifications and interest in joining our team!

About RRM Design Group

Ensuring the health and happiness of our RRMers is paramount to how we run our business. RRM Design Group is a 100% employee‑owned multidisciplinary design firm with a full spectrum of services, including architecture, landscape architecture, planning, civil and structural engineering, and surveying.

We value the diversity of intersecting identities and strive to maintain an environment that is equitable, respectful, and inclusive.

Compensation

The hiring range for this role is targeted at $98,612 – $111,654 per year, depending on skills and experience.

Senior Level

Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Engineering, Project Management, and Other

Industries

Architecture and Planning; Civil Engineering