Project Engineer
Clark Construction Group
Los Angeles, CA · $78k–$125k a year · Posted October 28, 2026
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About the job
As a Project Engineer, you will join a project team tasked with the responsibility for all technical and engineering aspects of your project. You will lead daily coordination between our clients, trade partners, engineers, architects, and our employees. The Project Engineer is responsible for planning, scheduling, predicting, and managing all the technical tasks to assure accuracy, proper resources, and quality for the lifecycle of the project.
Responsibilities
Collaborate with the Project Managers in purchasing activities including scoping and take-offs
Prepare and forward submittals; confirm submittal complies with plans/specs
Support the development and updating of the project schedule and subcontractor detail schedules
Play a lead role in the development of project plans
Monitor and expedite material deliveries ensuring all deliveries conform with the project schedule
Review change proposals from trade partners and negotiate as appropriate
Facilitate with the Project Manager and Superintendent in the coordination of drawings
Draft change orders. Solicit prices from subcontractors and suppliers. Perform scope take-off and estimate costs
Lead close out of project; includes assembling manuals and other warranties for turnover to owner and preparation final payment documents for subcontractors
Develop and lead training sessions for your team and trade partners
Take ownership of document management applications
Basic Qualifications
Undergraduate or graduate degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, a related discipline or relevant work experience
2+ years experience in an engineer, project engineer, or a similar role in the construction industry
Demonstrated knowledge of scheduling, cost engineering, subcontract coordination, and general project administration
Demonstrated ability reading drawings and specifications
Computer proficient including Microsoft Office and Google Workspace products.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Interest and passion for building and the industry
Alignment to Clark Standards of Excellence: Self-Motivated, Results Oriented, Adaptable, Team Player, Accountable, Ethical, Innovative, Resilient, Builds Relationships
Preferred Qualifications
OSHA 10 certification
Procore experience
Primavera P6 experience
Experience working for a general contractor
Work Environment
The work environment and requirements described below are representative of those necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this role.
The Physical Side of the Role: This is an active, hands-on role. You can expect to be on your feet frequently, navigating active job sites with uneven terrain, stairs, ladders, and hoists. The work is physically demanding and requires a full range of motion, including bending, kneeling, and reaching. You’ll need to be comfortable frequently lifting and carrying materials up to 25 pounds, and occasionally up to 50 pounds. This role requires the ability to communicate effectively, as well as visual acuity for reading plans and inspecting work. The role does include desk time in the office that may require prolonged periods of sitting for tasks like computer work, document review, and meetings.
Your Work Environment: You’ll spend a significant amount of your time on active construction sites, which means being adaptable to all kinds of weather and moderate to loud noise levels, and comfortable in elevated or confined work areas with moving mechanical equipment and with the fast-paced nature of a project in progress. You will also spend time in a typical office setting with moderate noise levels. Your safety is our top priority, and you'll be expected to follow Clark Construction's safety policies and procedures, and all applicable laws, at all locations.
Our High-Performing Culture: This is a demanding, high-performance environment. We are looking for candidates who are energized by challenge, thrive under pressure, and are prepared to do what it takes to achieve exceptional results. Success in this role requires significant commitment, including flexibility to work extended hours, especially during critical project phases or client deadlines. Beyond regular working hours, there will be occasions where business needs require your attention, particularly for time-sensitive matters or emergencies. You are expected to monitor and respond to communications (phone calls, emails, text messages) as required to address these situations effectively. Your ability to manage these expectations and be responsive when critical issues arise is key to your success in this role and our collective success as a team.
A Drug Free Workplace: Clark promotes a drug free workplace. A pre-employment drug “fitness for duty” screening is required, and the company conducts random quarterly drug “fitness for duty” tests.
Clark offers a total compensation package that includes base salary, bonus potential, and a comprehensive benefits package including health/dental/vision benefits, paid time off, retirement/401k, and Company Contribution plan. Additional benefits include life insurance, commuter benefit, short & long term disability, fitness reimbursement, FSA, tuition reimbursement, back-up daycare, tutoring & family support benefits, EAP/Work-Life assistance, and a holiday contribution program. For this role the base salary range is $78,000-125,000 Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s education, experience, skills, and geographic location. Base pay is one part of the Total Compensation Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work. https://www.clarkconstruction.com/careers/clark-experience
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