Project Engineer Job at US CareerLink, San Francisco, CA

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  • US CareerLink
  • San Francisco, CA

Job Description

Project Engineer – Heavy Civil

📍 San Francisco Bay Area, CA

We’re hiring a Project Engineer on behalf of a leading heavy civil contractor in the Bay Area. This role is ideal for a graduate or early-career engineer (1–5 years’ experience) who wants to gain exposure to all aspects of public works infrastructure and underground utilities .

About the Company

This contractor specializes in public works and underground construction , delivering projects such as:

  • Water & sewer transmission pipelines
  • Pump stations
  • Water & wastewater treatment facilities
  • Other underground utility infrastructure for municipalities across the Bay Area

With a reputation for technical excellence and collaborative project delivery, they offer a career path that combines hands-on engineering with leadership development.

Responsibilities

  • Assist the Project Manager in delivering projects on time and on budget
  • Track progress, update schedules, and prepare project reports
  • Review and process submittals, shop drawings, and RFIs
  • Perform geotechnical reviews and analysis (trench stability, shoring, dewatering, etc.) for underground utility work
  • Support quality control and testing requirements
  • Prepare and track change orders
  • Review contract documents and specifications to ensure compliance
  • Maintain detailed project documentation
  • Order and track project materials, equipment, and supplies
  • Coordinate with subcontractors and suppliers to ensure timely delivery
  • Interface directly with municipal owners, inspectors, and agencies throughout the Bay Area
  • Maintain strong professional relationships with owners, engineers, subcontractors, and field teams
  • Resolve conflicts and support effective problem-solving on-site
  • Attend progress meetings with municipalities and stakeholders
  • Support job site safety programs and ensure OSHA compliance
  • Assist with environmental and regulatory requirements related to public works

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
  • 1–5 years of relevant experience (internships or full-time) in construction preferred
  • Strong understanding of civil principles and interest in underground construction
  • Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to thrive in a public works contracting environment with multiple stakeholders

Compensation & Benefits

  • Salary $80,000 - $120,000
  • Company vehicle + fuel card
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Health & dental insurance
  • Long-term career growth opportunities with a respected Bay Area contractor

Job Tags

Full time, Contract work, For contractors, For subcontractor, Internship,

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