Project Engineer

Actalent; Vacaville (CA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Time Off/Leave (PTO)

Life Insurance

Job summary

Actalent in Vacaville, CA is seeking a Project Engineer to support commercial construction projects across Life Sciences, Pharmaceutical, Healthcare, Data Centers, Government, and Advanced Technology sectors. The role emphasizes coordination, documentation, and project controls to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.

You will interpret drawings, manage subcontractors, and utilize Procore, Primavera P6, Bluebeam, and Autodesk Construction Cloud.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
• 2–5 years of experience supporting commercial construction projects.
• Strong understanding of construction documentation and project management processes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and construction management software.

Responsibilities

• Support the execution of commercial construction projects as a Project Engineer, Assistant Project Manager, or Construction Coordinator.
• Assist in the management of construction documentation, contract administration, change management, project controls, and subcontractor coordination.
• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, schedules, and technical project requirements.
• Provide analytical and problem-solving support for technical information and project execution decisions.
• Utilize construction management software platforms such as Procore, Primavera P6, Bluebeam, and Autodesk Construction Cloud.

Skills

Construction management

Project coordination

MS Office

Documentation & PM processes

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Procore

Primavera P6

Bluebeam

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Job description

Job Title: Project Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Project Engineer to join our team. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on complex and technically demanding construction projects across various sectors, including Life Sciences, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, Healthcare, Data Centers, Government, and Advanced Technology.

Responsibilities

• Support the execution of commercial construction projects as a Project Engineer, Assistant Project Manager, or Construction Coordinator.
• Assist in the management of construction documentation, contract administration, change management, project controls, and subcontractor coordination.
• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, schedules, and technical project requirements.
• Provide analytical and problem-solving support for technical information and project execution decisions.
• Utilize construction management software platforms such as Procore, Primavera P6, Bluebeam, and Autodesk Construction Cloud.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, Physical Sciences, Mathematics, or a related technical discipline.
• 2-5 years of experience supporting commercial construction projects.
• Strong understanding of construction documentation and project management processes.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and construction management software.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with critical building systems like HVAC, cleanrooms, laboratories, and process utilities.
• Direct exposure to GMP, FDA-regulated, healthcare, government, or highly regulated environments.
• Knowledge of engineering principles, design coordination, and facility turnover processes.
• EIT certification, PMP coursework, OSHA training, or other relevant industry certifications.

Work Environment

The work environment is fast-paced and demands a high level of technical accuracy, quality, safety, and schedule performance. You will collaborate with owners, architects, engineers, contractors, and regulatory stakeholders to ensure project success. The role requires a detail-oriented individual capable of managing multiple workstreams and maintaining project controls.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $60.00/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 Vacaville,CA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 30, 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.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.