Project Engineer

Clark Construction Group - California, LP; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary range: $90,000 – $135,000

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off

401(k) with company contribution

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Clark Construction Group - California, LP is seeking a Project Engineer to join a project team focused on technical and engineering tasks. The role involves coordinating with clients and trade partners, managing schedules, and ensuring project accuracy and quality.

The ideal candidate will have an engineering degree, 2+ years of project engineering experience, and strong communication skills. Benefits include a competitive salary and comprehensive health coverage.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in engineering, project engineering, or construction.
• Experience with mission-critical or data center projects is beneficial.
• Ability to read drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily coordination between clients, trade partners, engineers, and architects.
• Monitor and expedite material deliveries according to the schedule.
• Draft and manage change orders.

Skills

Collaboration with Project Managers

Technical and engineering planning

Cost engineering

Communication skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Google Workspace proficiency

Education

Undergraduate or graduate degree in engineering or related

2+ years in similar role

Tools

Procore

Primavera P6

Job description

Overview

As a Project Engineer you will join a project team tasked with responsibility for all technical and engineering aspects of your project. You will lead daily coordination between our clients, trade partners, engineers, architects, and our employees. The Project Engineer is responsible for planning, scheduling, predicting, and managing all the technical tasks to assure accuracy, proper resources, and quality for the lifecycle of the project.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Project Managers in purchasing activities, including scoping and take‑offs.
• Prepare and forward submittals; confirm they comply with plans and specifications.
• Support the development and updating of the project schedule and subcontractor detail schedules.
• Play a lead role in the development of project plans.
• Monitor and expedite material deliveries ensuring all deliveries conform with the project schedule.
• Review change proposals from trade partners and negotiate as appropriate.
• Facilitate coordination of drawings with the Project Manager and Superintendent.
• Draft change orders.
• Solicit prices from subcontractors and suppliers.
• Perform scope take‑off and estimate costs.
• Lead close‑out of the project; assemble manuals and other warranties for turnover to owner and prepare final payment documents for subcontractors.
• Develop and lead training sessions for your team and trade partners.
• Take ownership of document management applications.

Basic Qualifications

• Undergraduate or graduate degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, a related discipline or relevant work experience.
• 2+ years of experience in an engineer, project engineer, or a similar role in the construction industry.
• Experience building mission‑critical or data‑center projects is a plus.
• Demonstrated knowledge of scheduling, cost engineering, subcontract coordination, and general project administration.
• Demonstrated ability to read drawings and specifications.
• Computer proficient with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace products.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Interest and passion for building and the industry.
• Alignment to Clark Standards of Excellence: Self‑Motivated, Results‑Oriented, Adaptable, Team Player, Accountable, Ethical, Innovative, Resilient, Builds Relationships.

Preferred Qualifications

• OSHA 10 certification.
• Procore experience.
• Primavera P6 experience.
• Experience working for a general contractor.

Physical Requirements

This is an active, hands‑on role. You will be on your feet frequently, navigating active job sites with uneven terrain, stairs, ladders, and hoists. The work is physically demanding and requires a full range of motion, including bending, kneeling, and reaching. You’ll need to be comfortable frequently lifting and carrying materials up to 25 pounds, and occasionally up to 50 pounds. The role requires the ability to communicate effectively and visual acuity for reading plans and inspecting work.

Work Environment

You’ll spend a significant portion of your time on active construction sites, requiring adaptability to all kinds of weather and moderate to loud noise levels, and comfort in elevated or confined work areas with moving mechanical equipment. There will also be office time that may involve prolonged sitting for computer work, document review, and meetings.

Culture & Expectations

This is a demanding, high‑performance environment. We expect candidates who are energized by challenge, thrive under pressure, and are prepared to work extended hours during critical phases or client deadlines. You will be expected to monitor and respond to communications (phone calls, emails, texts) as needed for time‑sensitive matters or emergencies.

Drug‑Free Workplace

Clark promotes a drug‑free workplace. A pre‑employment drug “fitness for duty” screening is required, and the company conducts random quarterly drug “fitness for duty” tests.

Benefits & Compensation

• Base salary range: $90,000 – $135,000 (may vary based on education, experience, skills, and geographic location).
• Bonus potential.
• Health, dental, and vision benefits.
• Paid time off.
• Retirement/401(k) with company contribution.
• Life insurance.
• Commuter benefit.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability.
• Fitness reimbursement.
• Flexible spending account (FSA).
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Backup daycare.
• Tutoring & family support benefits.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) / Work‑Life assistance.
• Holiday contribution program.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Clark Construction Group, LLC (and its subsidiaries and affiliates) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical and mental disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, protected veteran status, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law. Clark is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the employment process, please contact [e-mail] or call (800) 655‑1330.

Authorization to Work

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US on a full‑time basis in order to be considered.