Project Engineer - Buildings

Jacobs; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs in San Francisco, California seeks a site-based Project Engineer to support complex, multi‑phased capital projects in an active client environment. You will manage RFI and documentation workflows, track progress, and coordinate inspections and closeout activities.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 5+ years of construction or engineering experience, including reading drawings and using key PM tools. Onsite work and a competitive benefits package are provided.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field (or equivalent work experience).
• 5+ years of experience supporting construction or engineering projects; healthcare, lab, research facilities or higher education.
• Demonstrated understanding of construction documentation and processes, with the ability to read & review drawings, interpret specifications, assess technical requirements and coordinate project execution activities.
• Proficiency with project management and construction tools (Procore, Bluebeam, P6, Unifier, MS Project, Excel, Kahua (etc.).
• Strong communication, organizational, and time‑management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Manage RFIs, submittals, drawings, and technical documentation.
• Maintain project records, logs, meeting minutes, and action items.
• Support constructability reviews and resolution of field issues.
• Track project progress, schedule milestones, and field activities.
• Assist with cost control, change management, and pay application reviews.
• Support document control using Procore, Bluebeam, Unifier, P6, and related tools.
• Help coordinate inspections, punch lists, commissioning, turnover, and closeout activities.

Skills

Project management

Drawings interpretation

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

P6

Unifier

MS Project

Excel

Kahua

Job description

At Jacobs, we’re challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world’s most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting‑edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

At Jacobs, we’re challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world’s most critical infrastructure and construction challenges. We are seeking a site-based Project Engineer to join our Buildings & Infrastructure team in San Francisco, California, supporting the delivery of complex, multi-phased capital projects in an active client environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage RFIs, submittals, drawings, and technical documentation.
• Maintain project records, logs, meeting minutes, and action items.
• Support constructability reviews and resolution of field issues.
• Track project progress, schedule milestones, and field activities.
• Assist with cost control, change management, and pay application reviews.
• Support document control using Procore, Bluebeam, Unifier, P6, and related tools.
• Help coordinate inspections, punch lists, commissioning, turnover, and closeout activities.

Here’s what you’ll need

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field (or equivalent work experience)
• 5+ years of experience supporting construction or engineering projects; healthcare, lab, research facilities or higher education.
• Demonstrated understanding of construction documentation and processes, with the ability to read & review drawings, interpret specifications, assess technical requirements and coordinate project execution activities.
• Proficiency with project management and construction tools (Procore, Bluebeam, P6, Unifier, MS Project, Excel, Kahua (etc.).
• Strong communication, organizational, and time‑management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Experience working on active, occupied campuses or highly regulated environments.

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Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well‑being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full‑time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $90,300.00 to $124,100.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Job posted on August 14, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full‑time basis, as required by the nature of their role.

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