
Project Engineer · Commercial · Full Time
Senior Field Engineer
Tutor PeriniLos Angeles, CA
- $95k–$130k a year
Senior Field Engineer supporting major commercial construction projects in Los Angeles or Irvine, with a $95,000–$130,000 salary range.
- Type
- Full Time
- Sector
- Commercial
- Level
- Senior
What similar roles post
Senior project engineers in California
$114k–$130k
Middle half of 18 posted jobs, last 12 months
Mostly from states that require posted pay.
This job’s pay is below the middle half.
About the role
Job Summary
Rudolph & Sletten is hiring a Senior Field Engineer for its Los Angeles or Irvine office to support field execution, quality control, documentation, and coordination with project teams.
Project Details
The company delivers large commercial projects across California, including healthcare, higher education, civic facilities, research centers, and technology campuses.
Responsibilities
- Interpret plans and specifications, coordinate subcontractors and suppliers, and verify completed work meets applicable requirements.
- Review submittals, shop drawings, and mockups; address drawing conflicts and quality concerns; and prepare RFIs and field change documentation.
- Track field progress, quantities, schedules, productivity, and project records, including reports, punch lists, as-builts, and quality documentation.
- Support site safety, environmental controls, inspections, and compliance with OSHA requirements.
- Conduct quantity takeoffs, participate in job walks, and assist with change-order identification and value engineering.
Required Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management, or four years of construction management experience.
- At least five years of field experience as an entry-level Project Engineer.
- Large commercial project experience is desired, particularly in healthcare, higher education, corporate campuses, justice, or science and technology.
- Plan-reading skills, working knowledge of AutoCAD, and familiarity with scheduling, estimating, and cost software.
- Intermediate knowledge of Windows, Excel, Word, and Outlook; ability to communicate effectively and manage multiple priorities.
Compensation and Benefits
Expected annual salary range is $95,000–$130,000, depending on experience.
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What similar roles post
Senior project engineers in California
$114k–$130k
Middle half of 18 posted jobs, last 12 months
Mostly from states that require posted pay.
This job’s pay is below the middle half.
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