Onsite Project Engineer

Description

The Onsite Project Engineer supports the Project Manager and Superintendent by coordinating, executing, and documenting construction activities to ensure successful project delivery. Acting as the primary technical and administrative resource onsite, the engineer manages field‑to‑office communication, maintains project documentation, monitors progress, and oversees subcontractor coordination while upholding quality and safety standards. The role also assists with planning, procurement, and closeout to keep the project on schedule, within budget, and compliant with contractual requirements.

• Support the Superintendent and Project Manager with daily onsite construction coordination.
• Verify subcontractor work aligns with plans, specifications, and schedule.
• Monitor field progress and report delays, issues, or changes affecting schedule or quality.
• Participate in daily/weekly coordination meetings and maintain communication with all stakeholders.
• Maintain current drawings, specifications, RFIs, submittals, and logs onsite and in project software.
• Prepare, submit, track, and archive RFIs and submittals.
• Manage and update project logs including observations, material tracking, and progress documentation.
• Assist in preparing work plans, schedule updates, and coordination documents.
• Gather bids, compare proposals, and draft subcontract documents for buyout tasks.
• Track procurement and ensure timely delivery of materials and equipment.
• Coordinate with vendors and subcontractors to resolve delivery or scope issues.
• Track project costs, potential change orders, and budget status.
• Review subcontractor invoices and support preparation of owner pay applications.
• Draft and issue change orders under direction of the Project Manager.
• Perform onsite observations to ensure work meets contract quality requirements.
• Support safety compliance efforts and report potential hazards.
• Coordinate inspections, testing, and document results.
• Maintain compliance records including insurance, preliminary notices, and subcontractor prequalification.
• Assist in preparing and collecting closeout materials such as as‑builts, warranties, and O&M manuals.
• Track punch list progress and coordinate corrective actions.
• Submit closeout documents through client platforms and support final turnover.

Requirements

We are an established and respected General Contracting Company seeking an experienced Onsite Project Engineer with construction experience to fill a key role in the SoCal area. The selected candidate will excel at organization, communication, administrative tasks, and time management. We are looking for an innovative collaborator with a passion to succeed, who is adaptable, versatile, willing to learn, and wants to grow with the company. A “Team First” mentality is essential.

Applicants must have a minimum of three years’ experience in construction field engineering or project coordination with a general contractor. They should be proficient in reading and organizing plans and specifications, possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, and be comfortable using project management software such as Procore, AutoDesk, or Bluebeam. Advanced Excel abilities, attention to detail, and a problem‑solving mindset are required, and experience with estimating or buyout processes on $5M+ projects is preferred.

Benefits

The position offers competitive rates and a benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision coverage and a 401(k) retirement plan.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance