Project Engineer

Edwards Construction Group•Santa Barbara, CA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Edwards Construction Group is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Project Engineer to support commercial construction projects from preconstruction through closeout. The role works closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, subcontractors, vendors, clients, architects, and engineers to coordinate project activities and help ensure work is completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with contract requirements. The Project Engineer supports project administration, coordination, scheduling, cost control, change management, RFIs, submittals, billing, and closeout. As skills and experience develop, the employee may take on greater project ownership and independently manage smaller projects with senior Project Managers providing guidance and support. Edwards Construction Group is a commercial construction firm serving California communities across K-12, higher education, civic, and private commercial sectors. The company describes its approach as integrated and hands-on, with an emphasis on mentorship, growth, collaboration, innovation, and safety. The position regularly involves work at construction sites and requires the physical capabilities and environmental exposure described in the posting. The typical hiring range is $34–$46 per hour, with the final offer based on qualifications, job-related skills, and relevant experience.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience in commercial construction, preferably as a Project Engineer, Assistant Project Manager, or in a similar role.
Working knowledge of construction processes, plans, specifications, drawings, and technical documentation.
Understanding of construction means and methods across multiple trades.
Experience with construction or project management software; Procore experience is preferred.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel, and Google Workspace.
Familiarity with construction scheduling and CPM scheduling concepts.
Working knowledge of project cost control, change management, billing, and contract administration.
Knowledge of quality, health, and safety standards.
Strong organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
Take ownership and follow through on commitments; be team-oriented, willing to learn, and ready to take initiative.
Be proactive, organized, and detail-oriented; maintain a positive, solution-focused mindset and work effectively under pressure.
Build professional relationships and communicate effectively with a variety of stakeholders.
Demonstrate sound judgment, knowing when to seek guidance or escalate an issue.
Commitment to safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Physical ability to climb permanent and temporary stairs, ride construction personnel hoists as a passenger, climb ladders, and negotiate work areas under construction.
Ability to perform duties involving use of hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; sit, talk, hear, stand, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
Specific vision abilities include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Building Science, or a related field.
Procore experience.
PMP, CMIT, or another relevant construction or project management certification.

Responsibilities

Support Project Managers in planning, coordinating, and executing assigned construction projects, with the opportunity to manage smaller projects independently as experience develops.
Coordinate and distribute current contract documents, including drawings, specifications, general conditions, alternates, addenda, ASIs, and other project revisions.
Manage RFIs, submittals, transmittals, Potential Change Orders, Change Orders, and other project deliverables, ensuring accurate tracking, timely submission, and distribution.
Assist with project budgets, schedules of values, cost tracking, change requests, progress billing, and supporting documentation, including labor compliance.
Process and maintain subcontractor and owner commitment documents, including contracts, Subcontract Agreements, Purchase Orders, Work Orders, and Change Orders in Procore.
Support project scheduling, phasing, and sequencing, and monitor performance in relation to quality, schedule, budget, and safety objectives.
Prepare meeting minutes, project correspondence, and routine responses; communicate project updates and changes to owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, vendors, and other stakeholders.
Assist with contract interpretation, conflict resolution, claims avoidance, and resolution of project issues; escalate matters to the Project Manager when appropriate.
Coordinate with subcontractors, vendors, consultants, and suppliers to obtain proposals, contracts, insurance, invoices, and other required documentation.
Conduct regular site visits and support oversight of self-performed and subcontracted work, including daily reporting and monitoring progress, quality, and safety.
Maintain project files, directories, records, certifications, Procore requirements, as-built drawings, and other documentation, incorporating approved RFIs, ASIs, and formal changes.
Coordinate project closeout, including punch list completion and collection of as-builts, warranties, O&M manuals, project manuals, and other required documentation.