Project Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Project Engineer

The Project Engineer obtains, evaluates, coordinates and distributes the information and authorizations necessary to construct the project on time, within budget and to the quality specified. In the performance of this function, the Project Engineer is responsible to protect and promote the interest of both the business and client in all matters as well as demonstrate the personal characteristics of a mid-level leader. 

•Successfully manage the change management process 

•Participate and meaningfully contribute to monthly cost report meetings 

•Successfully adhere to the project controls procedures to include monthly cost control, pay requests and cost reporting 

•Effective expediting of material deliveries

•Accurately estimate and prepare shop drawings 

•Continually encourage others to seek opportunities for different and innovative approaches to problems and opportunities 

•Develop business through identifying client needs, identifying Gilbane opportunity matches, and communicating the value and 

differentiation of Gilbane to prospective clients 

•Proactively review customer feedback, build a customer centric mentality within teams, and demonstrate knowledge of different markets 

sectors and delivery systems to ensure positive customer relations 

Additional Skills and Nice to Haves

•Proven capability to establish specific measurable, attainable performance goals and hold others accountable for achieving them 

•Demonstrated ability to build active team participation, team trust and strengthen positive interactions 

•Ability to articulate financial knowledge and customer satisfaction awareness of how the company makes a profit 

•Demonstrated ability to adapt personal communication style to suit the target audience and situation including highly effective presentations, clear and concise writing on complex and sensitive topics, and understanding through paraphrasing and use of relevant examples

•Strong verbal and written skills  

•Ability to work in a team environment  

•Proficient in Microsoft Office programs  

•Financial Management familiarity •OSHA 10-Hour Certified • MEP Knowledge •Understanding of Contract Document & Specifications •Proficient in Prolog •Expertise in CMiC preferred 

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Santa Clara, CA.

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $70.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Santa Clara,CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 3, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email View email address on ziprecruiter.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.