Junior Project Engineer - Construction Starts Here
McCarthy Building
Newport Beach, CA · Posted November 2, 2026
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About the job
...McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. in Southern California seeks an early-career Project Engineer to develop skills in project controls, scheduling, and communications as part of a growing construction team. The role offers hands-on experience in coordinating design and...