Project Engineer I

Project Engineer IAECOM is seeking a Project Engineer I to be based in Southern California. This is an early-career role suited to recent university graduates. The Project Engineer supports the Project Manager / Construction Manager in the planning, coordination, and control of projects from preliminary design to close out, with a focus on construction administration, project documentation, and field oversight. Projects may include hospital and healthcare work under OSHPD / HCAI, school work under the Division of the State Architect (DSA), and other public and private sector projects. Experience in these areas is preferred.AECOM's Program Management (PgM) business line is a global leader in delivering complex, large-scale programs across diverse sectors. With a focus on innovation, collaboration, and excellence, PgM provides end-to-end solutions that drive impactful results for clients worldwide. Our expertise spans infrastructure, transportation, energy, water, and urban development, ensuring that every program is executed with precision, efficiency, and sustainability.Design and Preconstruction SupportAssists in evaluating architectural and engineering proposals and in developing execution, contracting, and award recommendationsConducts constructability reviews for compliance with Client standards and building code requirementsSupports coordination of jurisdictional approvals, plan check, and permittingAssists in the development of drawings and specifications for the design or construction of new facilities, and the repair and modernization of existing facilitiesSupports bidding, construction contract review, and pre-qualification processesConstruction Administration and Project ControlsSupports the review of construction progress relative to submitted construction schedules, including contractor baseline, critical path (CPM), and recovery schedulesReviews and coordinates RFIs, requests for clarification (RFC), submittals, change order proposals (COP), and change directives (CD) for quality assurance and meritAssists in reviewing change orders and assessing their cost and schedule impact, and prepares cost estimates for change orders and extra servicesAssists in monitoring variances in the project database relative to scheduling and cost control reportingAssists in reviewing and verifying contractor applications for payment and supports fiscal management of project resourcesSupports the Project Manager / Construction Manager in resolving construction issues, disputes, and disagreementsMonitors labor compliance and prevailing wage requirementsField Oversight and QualityPerforms site walks to verify field conditions and monitors construction activities for compliance with contract documents and safety standardsMonitors General Contractor and subcontractor work to ensure adherence with project plans and promotes quality control of all installationsMonitors the Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) and helps ensure projects comply with State requirementsCoordinates and documents progress meetings with site administrators, community representatives, public agencies, and Client departments during all phases of constructionWhen requested, interfaces with the Client, architect, and design professionals to confirm compliance with design intent and Client satisfactionProject Documentation and CloseoutUses construction management software to maintain daily reports, project logs, RFI and submittal logs, and agreementsEnsures compliance with all internal and external record keeping requirementsSupports project closeout and certification processes, including punch lists, as-built and closeout submittal packages, and DSA / HCAI certification where applicableCore Skills and KnowledgePossesses outstanding verbal and written communication skillsAble to manage multiple tasks, exhibit strong organizational skills, and have a good understanding of design and constructionKnowledge of construction management procedures and construction industry practicesSkilled at use of construction management software and programsKnowledgeable in the process of invoicing and billing proceduresProficiency in all Microsoft Office programsCommitted to continuously expanding professional knowledge and contributing to team innovation and productivityQualificationsMinimum Requirements:Bachelor's degree plus 0 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.Valid driver's license required.Preferred Requirements:Internship or co-op experience in construction, construction management, or designExperience with construction management software and document control (RFIs, submittals, daily reports)Experience utilizing Building Information Modeling (BIM)Experience on Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certified projectsExposure to local worker PLAs, prevailing wage / DIR, and public works projectsGraduation from a recognized college or university with a Bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, or related fieldAdditional InformationSponsorship is not offered for this position now or in the future.Relocation not available with this opportunity.At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.