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Senior Construction Project Engineer Opportunities – San Francisco / Sacramento

Are You a Construction Project Engineer Looking for Your Next Career Opportunity?

Our recruitment team partners with multiple leading construction companies throughout Northern California and the San Francisco Bay Area. We are actively seeking experienced Project Engineers, Senior Project Engineers, and Construction Engineers to support complex commercial, infrastructure, heavy civil, and specialty construction projects.

Our clients have contributed to some of Northern California’s most significant construction projects, from major infrastructure improvements to landmark developments. These organizations are known for strong safety cultures, collaborative project teams, career growth opportunities, and a commitment to delivering projects the right way.

If you are a construction professional with experience supporting project delivery, cost control, scheduling, subcontractor coordination, and field operations, we invite you to connect with one of our talent consultants to learn about current and upcoming opportunities.

Position Overview | The Senior Construction Project Engineer plays a critical role in supporting successful project execution by partnering with Project Managers, Superintendents, Estimators, subcontractors, vendors, and clients. This position provides hands-on involvement across project administration, cost management, scheduling, procurement, documentation, and field coordination.

Successful candidates will have experience working in a fast-paced construction environment and understand how to balance technical requirements, project timelines, budgets, safety expectations, and client relationships.

Depending on project size and complexity, Senior Project Engineers may take ownership of specific project components or lead smaller projects while continuing to develop project management expertise.

The Key Responsibilities for Construction Project Engineers will include:

Project Management & Field Support

Support Project Managers and Superintendents with daily project execution and construction coordination.

Participate in preconstruction planning, project kickoff meetings, constructability reviews, and project strategy discussions.

Review plans, specifications, contracts, and design documents to identify potential challenges and opportunities.

Assist with resolving design conflicts, documenting revisions, and communicating impacts to cost and schedule.

Support project teams with field coordination, subcontractor management, and client communication.

Cost Control & Financial Management

Assist with project budgeting, cost tracking, forecasting, and financial reporting.

Maintain accurate job cost documentation, including cost codes, labor tracking, material costs, and subcontractor expenses.

Support change order development, documentation, negotiation, and tracking.

Assist with monthly project forecasting, progress billing, and cost-to-complete analysis.

Review invoices, purchase orders, and subcontractor documentation for accuracy and compliance.

Project Documentation & Administration | Manage and maintain critical project documentation, including:

Submittals

Requests for Information (RFIs)

Change orders

Daily reports

Progress documentation

Closeout documentation

Safety records

Monitor shop drawings, approvals, and project requirements to ensure alignment with construction schedules.

Follow up on project communications and maintain clear documentation to minimize risk and prevent disputes.

Scheduling & Coordination

Assist with developing and maintaining project schedules and short-term look-ahead schedules.

Coordinate with field teams, subcontractors, vendors, and project stakeholders to identify potential delays or conflicts.

Track project milestones and proactively communicate issues affecting schedule, budget, or quality.

Safety & Quality Management

Promote a strong jobsite safety culture and support company safety initiatives.

Participate in safety meetings and help ensure compliance with OSHA and company safety requirements.

Identify potential installation issues, quality concerns, or construction challenges before they impact project delivery.

Support punch list completion and final project closeout activities.

Client & Team Collaboration

Build positive relationships with owners, subcontractors, vendors, inspectors, and internal teams.

Serve as a communication bridge between field operations and project management teams.

Contribute to a collaborative, solution-oriented project environment.

Qualifications & Experience | Successful candidates typically bring:

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Landscape Architecture, or a related field preferred; equivalent construction experience considered.

3+ years of construction project engineering experience, preferably supporting commercial, heavy civil, infrastructure, utilities, transportation, or complex construction projects.

Experience with construction documentation, project controls, cost tracking, scheduling, and subcontractor coordination.

Strong understanding of construction drawings, specifications, contracts, and field operations.

Experience with estimating, quantity takeoffs, budgeting, or change order management is highly desirable.

Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and technical documents.

Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and construction project management software.

Valid California Driver’s License and clean driving record.

Preferred Experience | Candidates with experience in the following areas are especially encouraged to apply:

Heavy Civil Construction

Transportation Infrastructure

Public Works Projects

Commercial Construction

Underground Utilities

Water/Wastewater Construction

Site Development

Concrete and Structural Construction

Design-Build Projects

Construction Management

Reasons to reach out to us: We work with a wide range of construction companies throughout the San Francisco Bay Area and Northern California that are continuously seeking talented construction professionals. Whether you are actively looking for your next role or simply interested in understanding what opportunities are available, our recruiting team can provide insight into companies, projects, compensation, and career paths .

If you are an experienced Project Engineer, Senior Project Engineer, Assistant Project Manager, or Construction Engineer, contact one of our talent consultants today to discuss your career goals and current opportunities.