Project Engineer - COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION

Project Engineer

A well-established general contractor specializing in multifamily housing across California, is seeking a Project Engineer to join their team onsite in Palmdale, CA. This role offers hands-on exposure to both field and project management operations, making it an excellent opportunity for someone looking to grow into a Project Manager position while contributing to a high-impact multifamily build.

What You'll Do as the Project Engineer:

• Maintain and organize project documentation including drawings, contracts, and specifications
• Manage RFIs, submittals, and change orders to ensure timely processing and resolution
• Track and update logs for project documentation and changes
• Support the Superintendent and field team with subcontractor coordination and daily activities
• Participate in site walks to monitor progress and proactively identify issues
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, and subcontractors to resolve field challenges
• Attend project meetings, capture notes, and track follow-up items
• Assist in monitoring project schedules, budgets, and overall execution

Must-Haves as the Project Engineer:

• 3-6+ years of construction experience, ideally in multifamily or similar large-scale projects
• Working knowledge of RFIs, submittals, and change order processes
• Experience supporting ground-up construction projects
• Proficiency with Procore and Microsoft Office tools
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills

Nice-to-Haves as the Project Engineer:

• Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field
• Experience working on multifamily housing developments
• Exposure to both field and office-based project coordination

Our Client Offers:

• Competitive base salary with bonus potential
• Clear path for advancement into a Project Manager role
• Opportunity to work on a strong pipeline of multifamily projects
• Collaborative and growth-oriented team environment
• Stability with long-term project opportunities

Trueline and its clients are unabashed equal-opportunity employers committed to a diverse workforce. We welcome smart and ambitious applicants and recruit, refer, hire, place, and promote without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law.