Project Engineer

Summary

Our client is a growing general contractor delivering construction projects throughout Orange County and Los Angeles County . They are seeking a Project Engineer / Site Engineer to support an active project based in Irvine, CA .

This is an excellent opportunity for a construction professional with 2–3 years of experience who is looking to gain hands-on project experience and take on meaningful responsibility within a smaller, growing general contractor. The successful candidate will work closely with the project team to support day-to-day site operations, project documentation, subcontractor coordination, scheduling, and overall project execution.

The position will initially begin as a project-based assignment , with the current project expected to run approximately 1–3 months . For the right individual, there is an opportunity to transition into a permanent position with the company following successful completion of the initial assignment.

This is an onsite position based in Irvine, CA , with an anticipated start within the next 30 days .

Duties & Responsibilities

- Project & Site Coordination

Support day-to-day construction activities and project operations on site.

- Assist the project team with coordinating subcontractors, vendors, and field personnel.

- Monitor project progress and help ensure work is completed in accordance with project plans, specifications, and schedules.

- Participate in project and site meetings and assist with tracking action items and follow-up requirements.

- Coordinate with project stakeholders to help resolve field and construction-related issues.

- Project Documentation

Assist with the preparation, tracking, and maintenance of project documentation.

- Support the RFI, submittal, change order, and document control processes.

- Maintain organized and accurate project records, drawings, specifications, and correspondence.

- Assist with reviewing construction drawings and specifications to identify potential coordination issues.

- Help document project progress and communicate relevant updates to the project team.

- Scheduling & Project Controls

Support project scheduling and the coordination of upcoming construction activities.

- Track project milestones, outstanding items, and deliverables.

- Assist with identifying potential schedule impacts and communicating issues to project leadership.

- Help ensure subcontractors and vendors are aligned with project requirements and timelines.

- Quality & Field Support

Assist with monitoring construction activities for compliance with project plans and specifications.

- Support quality control efforts and help identify items requiring correction or follow-up.

- Coordinate with field personnel to address project questions and construction challenges.

- Promote organized, efficient, and professional project execution throughout the assignment.

Qualifications & Requirements

- Required Experience

2–3 years of construction experience , preferably in a Project Engineer, Field Engineer, Site Engineer, or similar role.

- Experience working for a general contractor or within an active construction environment.

- Experience supporting construction projects from the field and coordinating with project teams.

- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, plans, and specifications.

- Familiarity with RFIs, submittals, change orders, and construction documentation.

- Ability to work onsite in Irvine, CA for the duration of the project.

- Technical Skills

Working knowledge of construction processes, sequencing, and project coordination.

- Strong computer skills and ability to work with construction documentation and project management systems.

- Ability to maintain accurate project records and track multiple outstanding items.

- Understanding of construction drawings, specifications, and project documentation.

- Professional Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

- Highly organized with excellent attention to detail.

- Proactive approach to identifying and resolving project issues.

- Ability to work effectively with project managers, field personnel, subcontractors, vendors, and other project stakeholders.

- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced construction environment.

- Dependable, professional, and comfortable taking ownership of assigned responsibilities.