Project Engineer (Heavy Civil - Structures)
Granite Construction·Full Time·Posted August 28, 2026
- Location
- La Mirada, CA + 3 more
- Pay
- $101k – $152k
Join Granite in La Mirada as a heavy civil structures Project Engineer, coordinating field engineering, project controls, and construction delivery.
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Job Summary
Granite Construction is hiring a Project Engineer to coordinate onsite engineering activities for construction projects, with a focus on structures.
Project Details
The role supports heavy civil construction and structures work.
Responsibilities
- Manage project controls, schedules, forecasts, budgets, and engineering assignments.
- Support construction planning, quality control, design interpretation, constructability reviews, and resolution of design conflicts.
- Develop project procedures, reporting, and logs, and represent the project in client and management meetings.
- Supervise, guide, and mentor project staff.
Required Experience
- At least four years of construction estimating support, engineering, field support, or similar experience.
- Structures work experience is required.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, AGTEK Take-off, and Primavera Scheduling software.
- A bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management, business administration, or a related field is preferred; equivalent technical training and experience may qualify.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to drive.
Compensation and Benefits
Base salary range is $101,370-$152,054. Benefits include paid leave, health and insurance plans, and a 401(k) match for eligible salaried employees.
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What similar roles post
Project engineers in California
$94k–$116k
Middle half of 28 posted jobs, last 12 months
Mostly from states that require posted pay.
This job’s pay is above the middle half.
Project Engineer (Heavy Civil - Structures)