Senior Digital Construction Project Engineer

Dowbuilt • San Francisco, CA

2d • $118,000 - $150,000

About The Position

Dowbuilt is hiring a Senior Digital Construction Project Engineer to lead the implementation of digital construction systems throughout the project lifecycle. The role supports innovation and collaboration through mentorship and communication with internal teams and external stakeholders, and requires broad experience with current digital construction technologies and processes. The successful candidate will integrate digital construction systems on assigned projects to add value to project timelines and estimates while supporting the growth of project team members.

The position oversees digital construction scope, schedules, costs, staffing projections, billing rates, risk mitigation, quality control, and ongoing support. It also involves managing and developing team members, coordinating and producing project deliverables, using BIM applications and advanced tools for on-site coordination, supporting business development and research and development, and maintaining administrative systems. Occasional travel to Dowbuilt projects and teams may be required, less than 5% of the time.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience in residential design and/or construction.
• At least 2 years of experience delegating tasks to a team.
• At least 5 years of professional Revit use.
• At least 2 years of Rhino experience.
• At least 1 year of experience with Grasshopper, Dynamo, or Python scripting languages and processes.
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite.
• Experience with Microsoft Suite.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings and specifications.
• Excellent team-building skills and detailed follow-through.
• Adaptability to changing circumstances; motivation, dependability, and trustworthiness.
• Excellent leadership and decision-making skills.
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently under pressure.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills, including managing large amounts of information.
• Ability to delegate tasks and efficiently manage project teams.
• Ability to manage stress and maintain composure in challenging situations.
• Ability to listen actively, ask for help, and suggest solutions.
• Commitment to continual learning and development of new skills and capabilities.
• Ability to demonstrate mentorship, guidance, and leadership with multiple reports, supported by positive feedback.
• Dependability in arriving on time and ready to work through the end of the day.
• Discretion in handling proprietary company information as strictly confidential.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screen.
• US work authorization.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture.
• Faro 3D scanning, Faro As-built Software, and point-cloud handling knowledge.
• Smartsheet proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Attend meetings punctually, contribute meaningfully, and proactively communicate strategic direction and issue resolutions to Digital Construction management and project teams.
• Establish and manage Digital Construction scope, schedules, cost expectations, staffing projections, billing rates, risk mitigation, quality control, and ongoing support.
• Manage the performance and development of Digital Construction team members through regular check-ins, learning and development, task delegation, and quality control.
• Lead the review and application of project documentation and coordinate, model, and produce deliverables in line with Digital Construction best practices and management expectations.
• Provide on-site coordination using advanced tools and BIM applications while ensuring alignment with Digital Construction systems and quality standards.
• Participate in bi-weekly regional business development meetings, manage marketing assets, and respond to inquiries with solution-driven approaches, consulting with the Digital Construction Manager before submissions.
• Help maintain a team culture focused on learning, innovation, diversity of ideas, and merit-based advancement.
• Provide technical leadership in developing, testing, and implementing research and development objectives.
• Maintain accurate projections, time coding, and other administrative Digital Construction systems for yourself and team members.
• Lead the assignment, tracking, and implementation of training for assigned new and existing team members, including onboarding and continued training development.
• Travel occasionally to Dowbuilt projects and teams, less than 5% of the time.
• Review and develop the referenced document annually or as needed.

Benefits

• 100% paid medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and $50,000 in basic life insurance for full-time employees, starting the first of the month following date of hire.
• 35% medical and 30% dental and vision coverage for eligible dependents.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a 3% employer safe harbor contribution.
• Eight paid holidays each year, with no waiting period.
• Paid time off starting at 2.31 hours per week (120 hours annually), increasing each January with years of service up to 192 hours (24 days) annually.
• Mentorship and career development opportunities.
• Annual discretionary bonus.
• Competitive pay commensurate with skills and experience.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed