Senior Project Engineer - Construction Project Management

Hughes Marino; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Long-term career growth

Job summary

Hughes Marino is looking for a Senior Construction Project Engineer to join their Irvine team. This hands-on role involves working alongside senior project managers to support a high-growth defense technology client. Responsibilities include managing proposals, budgets, and schedules across multiple construction projects.

The ideal candidate will have 1-4 years of construction experience, preferably with tenant improvements, and a Bachelor's degree. Competitive salary ranges from $80,000–$110,000, alongside a benefits package and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 1-4 years of experience in the construction industry, preferably as a Project Engineer or Senior Project Engineer.
• Experience with tenant improvement projects required.
• Hands-on experience with invoice processing, schedule and budget creation and updates, and meeting minutes required.

Responsibilities

• Support senior PMs in managing proposals and client reporting documents.
• Assist in creating and updating project budgets and schedules.
• Manage document control, change order processing, and invoicing in coordination with project managers.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Leadership

Invoice processing

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or Architecture

Tools

Bluebeam

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Project

Job description

Hughes Marino is a nationally recognized, award‑winning corporate real estate advisory firm specializing in representing occupiers, never landlords. Our Program, Project & Construction Management practice serves as owner's representative and third‑party PM for some of the most dynamic companies in the country, guiding clients through complex projects with independent, conflict‑free expertise.

We are currently seeking a Senior Construction Project Engineer to join our Irvine team, embedded in an exciting long‑term engagement supporting a confidential, high‑growth defense technology client.

The Role

As Senior Project Engineer, you will work alongside Hughes Marino's senior project managers serving as owner's representative on behalf of a confidential defense tech client. You will be a critical part of the project delivery team, supporting the day‑to‑day execution of complex construction projects from the owner's side. This is a hands‑on, high‑visibility role with real exposure to executive‑level clients and mission‑critical work.

What You'll Own

• Support senior PMs in managing proposals, drafting meeting minutes, contract creation, and client reporting documents
• Assist in the creation and ongoing updates of project budgets and schedules
• Manage document control, change order processing, monthly invoicing, TI allowance reimbursement, and project closeout in coordination with project managers
• Day‑to‑day involvement across multiple concurrent, complex construction projects
• Interface directly with Hughes Marino PMs, clients, and brokers on evolving project requirements

What We're Looking For

• 1-4 years of experience in the construction industry, preferably as a Project Engineer or Senior Project Engineer
• Experience with tenant improvement projects required
• Hands‑on experience with invoice processing, schedule and budget creation and updates, and meeting minutes required
• A strong tendency toward leadership and a solid understanding of the design, permitting, bidding, construction, and closeout process
• Highly proficient in Bluebeam, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Project
• Sharp communicator, written and verbal, comfortable interfacing with senior stakeholders
• Self‑directed and deadline‑driven, with the ability to juggle multiple tasks and adapt quickly to shifting priorities
• Local candidates only: South Los Angeles and Orange County
• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience ranging from $80,000–$110,000
• Competitive benefits package and long‑term career growth within Hughes Marino
• Combination of in‑office and onsite project work
• Travel as required to support client projects
• Bachelor's degree required, preferably in Construction Management, Engineering, or Architecture

How to Apply

Apply directly through Hughes Marino's Careers page, or reach out confidentially to David Rubenstein, Recruiting Director, at [e-mail] or [phone]. Your identity will be kept 100% confidential throughout the process.

Hughes Marino is an equal opportunity employer.