Project Engineer, Construction (Entry Level)

Sevan Multi-Site Solutions; Los Angeles, California (CA, MO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Flexible Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Sick Time

401K Matching

Job summary

Sevan Multi-Site Solutions is seeking an entry-level Project Engineer, Construction to support the Project Manager and field staff through preconstruction to closeout on residential housing projects. This hands-on role offers broad exposure to all phases of construction and emphasizes safety, quality, and timely delivery.

You will assist with schedules, RFIs, submittals, budgeting, and coordination with subcontractors while gaining practical field experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related program (or equivalent education/experience).
• Familiarity with construction docs, processes, and lifecycle.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; willingness to learn Procore, Smartsheet, BuildingConnected and other PM software.
• OSHA 30 certification or ability to obtain it.
• Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills.
• Eagerness to learn and collaborate in a fast-paced construction environment.

Responsibilities

• Support residential construction projects through full lifecycle.
• Assist with project schedules, milestones, and progress tracking.
• Manage RFIs, submittals, meeting minutes, drawings, and docs.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers, and consultants to stay on schedule.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, invoices, pay apps, and change orders.
• Participate in site walks to monitor quality, safety, and progress, including punch lists.
• Support permitting, utility coordination, material procurement, and long-lead tracking.
• Attend project meetings and provide progress updates with clients and partners.
• Assist with project closeout including inspections, as-builts, warranties, turnover.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Procore

Smartsheet

BuildingConnected

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Procore

Smartsheet

BuildingConnected

Job description

The Project Engineer, Construction supports the Project Manager and field staff in planning, coordinating, and executing residential housing construction projects from preconstruction through closeout. This entry-level role provides hands-on experience across all phases of construction while helping deliver projects on time, within budget, and in compliance with all safety and quality standards in support of rebuilding communities impacted by the Palisades fires.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Support residential construction projects throughout the full project lifecycle.
• Assist with project schedules, milestones, and progress tracking.
• Manage RFIs, submittals, meeting minutes, drawing revisions, and project documentation.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers, and consultants to help keep projects on schedule.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, invoices, pay applications, and change orders.
• Participate in site walks to monitor quality, safety, and project progress, including punch list tracking.
• Support permitting, utility coordination, material procurement, and long-lead item tracking.
• Attend project meetings and provide progress updates while building strong relationships with clients, inspectors, and project partners.
• Assist with project closeout, including final inspections, as-built documents, warranties, and turnover packages.
• Take on additional responsibilities as assigned while developing skills in project management and field operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related construction program (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• Familiarity with construction documents, processes, and project lifecycle.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; willingness to learn Procore, Smartsheet, BuildingConnected, and other project management software.
• OSHA 30 certification, or ability to obtain it.
• Strong communication, organization, problem-solving, and time management skills.
• Eagerness to learn, collaborate, and thrive in a fast-paced construction environment.

Why Join Sevan?

At Sevan, We Believe In Creating a Supportive And Dynamic Environment Where Your Contributions Truly Matter. Here’s What You Can Expect As Part Of Our Team

• Live Our Values: Join a company that values integrity, respect, teamwork, excellence, and charity. These principles are at the heart of everything we do.
• Champion Key Initiatives: Play a vital role in driving Sevan-wide initiatives like Safety and Sustainability, ensuring positive impacts for our people and the planet.
• Inspire and Lead: Help us bring our vision to life by embracing our commitment to Service, Talent, and Choices—you’ll have a voice in shaping the future.
• Set the Standard: Be a role model for professional behavior, fostering a workplace culture that motivates and inspires others.
• Grow With Us: Take charge of your personal and professional growth through hands-on experience, engaging training programs, and opportunities to mentor interns and co-ops.
• Support Development of Top Brands: Opportunity to work behind the scenes supporting efforts for industry leaders like McDonald’s, Starbucks, and 7-Eleven.

About Us

Sevan Multi-Site Solutions is a veteran-owned business that provides construction, program management, real estate & site development, and architecture & engineering services for restaurant, grocery, fuel and convenience store, retail, and government sectors nationwide. We work with leading brands like McDonald’s, Starbucks, Sprouts, and BP, to name a few. At Sevan, we provide the talent, technology, and trusted expertise needed to consistently deliver excellence in multi-site construction.

Sevan is nationally recognized for workplace culture, industry leadership, and safety. Recent honors include 12 consecutive years as a Great Place to Work®, placement on ENR's national Program and Construction Management rankings, recognition as one of America's Safest Companies for 2025, and the 2025 Platinum HIRE Vets Medallion Award.

Pay & Benefits

The anticipated compensation range for the position is $75,000 to $82,000, is based on a full-time schedule, market and business conditions, and is commensurate on individual education, qualifications, and experience. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances, flexible paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, and a matching 401K plan.

Work Conditions & Travel

This is a fully on-site role at the project location in the Pacific Palisades. A highly collaborative environment that flourishes when individual and team contributions combine to achieve target goals and objectives. Must be flexible, adaptable, and able to work with fluid schedules and working conditions. Regularly required to sit; occasionally required to stand; walk; occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds.

Sevan Multi-Site Solutions, Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, genetics, disability, pregnancy, veteran status or any other basis protected by law.