Project Engineer (Construction)
Essel
We’re seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Project Engineer to support our project management team in executing specialty exterior scope packages for multi-unit residential and light commercial projects across Northern California and surrounding regions.
This position offers strong accelerated growth potential into a Project Manager role for the right candidate.
Key Responsibilities:
- Document Control:
Assist with the management and distribution of construction drawings, RFIs, specifications, and submittals.
- Field Coordination & Reporting:
Track daily field activity, including workforce counts, task progress, weather impacts, and materials. Document as-built conditions and coordinate third-party inspections as required.
- Project Planning & Execution:
Support development of project schedules, installation durations, and goal setting during transition from estimating to operations.
- Submittals & RFIs:
Prepare and track submittals, shop drawings, product data sheets, and RFIs for timely review and approval.
- Takeoffs & Estimating Support:
Perform digital takeoffs and provide data for pricing breakdowns, schedule of values, and preliminary procurement.
- Stakeholder Coordination:
Collaborate with general contractors, field teams, and internal stakeholders to drive project alignment and performance.
- Problem Solving & Technical Oversight:
Identify project issues and coordinate resolution paths to keep progress on track.
- Quality Control:
Support QA/QC documentation and field verification of materials against approved submittals.
Requirements
2-4 years of construction experience (internships or trade exposure a plus)
Ability to read and interpret construction documents (plans/specs)
Proficiency in Bluebeam, Microsoft Excel, and construction productivity tools
Strong organizational, time management, and analytical skills
Willingness to travel to job sites across Northern CA as needed
Self-starter with a desire to grow into a leadership role
Benefits
Competitive salary (DOE)
Performance-based bonuses
Medical, dental, and vision (50% employer contribution for employee)
PTO and paid holidays
401(k) with up to 5% match
Vehicle allowance eligibility based on role/responsibility
$150k - $175k
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