Senior Project Engineer

Job Summary

PCL Construction is seeking a Senior Project Engineer to support the preconstruction phase of a water/wastewater civil project in Long Beach. The ideal candidate is a self-starter with a background in contracts, financial forecasting, and scheduling, and brings prior water/wastewater or preconstruction experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform quantity takeoffs and manage contract progress, reporting, and change management.
• Administer complex subcontracts, including defining scope, responding to inquiries, and tracking progress.
• Review contract obligations and assist the site manager with project start-up activities.
• Evaluate subcontractor submittals for compliance with scope, design documents, and multi-discipline coordination.
• Support design-team site inspections, identify installation deficiencies, and witness systems commissioning sign-offs.
• Identify and flag potential project risks across scopes and site conditions.

Required Experience

• Associate's or bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or architecture preferred — or equivalent field experience.
• 4–6 years of construction experience in an operational role.
• Working knowledge of construction equipment, drawings and specifications, HSE standards, quality, and building materials.
• Demonstrated ability to create and manage schedules at a comprehensive level.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; comfortable adopting new construction technology platforms.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with proven multitasking and organizational ability.

Compensation and Benefits

• Estimated salary range: $101,500–$125,500 based on experience.
• Annual discretionary performance bonus.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, prescription, and telemedicine benefits.
• Life, AD&D, and disability insurance; paid parental leave.
• HSA/FSA options for healthcare, dependent care, and transportation.
• Employee ownership stake in PCL as a 100% employee-owned company.
• Career development through PCL's College of Construction, mentorship programs, and professional development courses.

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