Senior Project Engineer / Assistant Project Manager

Align Builders•Los Angeles County, CA

2d•$100,000 - $125,000•Onsite

About The Position

Align Builders is seeking a Senior Project Engineer / Assistant Project Manager for its Special Projects Division. The role partners with the Project Manager and Superintendent to execute complex commercial construction projects, independently managing defined portions of the work. The position requires clear communication, strong teamwork, accountability, sound judgment under pressure, and the ability to manage multiple tasks while prioritizing effectively. The Senior Project Engineer / Assistant Project Manager coordinates project information and activities across field teams, trade partners, architects, engineers, owners, and subcontractors. Responsibilities span project documentation and controls, procurement and subcontract administration, cost reporting, planning and scheduling, meetings, construction management software, and project closeout. The role also supports the Project Superintendent with site logistics and compliance with project design, codes, and specifications, and mentors Project Engineers and interns. The position is based onsite in Los Angeles, California, and is full-time. The posted base salary range is $100,000 to $125,000, based on experience.

Requirements

Three to five years of commercial construction experience as a Project Engineer, with demonstrated progression toward Assistant Project Manager responsibilities.
Working knowledge of subcontract administration, change management, and project cost reporting.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and Word; Bluebeam; Procore or other project management software; and Microsoft Project scheduling software.
Ability to engage constructively and productively with clients, internal team members, and trade contractors to overcome obstacles and achieve results.
Strong communication, teamwork, accountability, organization, prioritization, and task-management abilities.
Ability to interpret plans, specifications, and code and recognize quality workmanship.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or engineering; preferred but not required.
Commercial construction experience in healthcare (OSHPD), life sciences, higher education, or office improvements.

Responsibilities

Partner with the Project Manager and Superintendent to execute complex projects and independently run defined portions of the work.
Provide critical information to the Project Superintendent and trade partners to help keep projects on schedule.
Interpret plans, specifications, and code, and identify conflicts before they reach the field.
Support the Project Superintendent in ensuring work complies with project design, code, and specifications.
Support site logistics, including the project trailer and temporary facilities.
Own and lead the RFI, submittal, and procurement processes.
Coordinate and communicate project status and critical issues with architects, engineers, owners, subcontractors, and field personnel.
Support the Project Manager with cost management, forecasting, and reporting.
Prepare and lead weekly OAC, trade, and pre-installation meetings; document and distribute weekly minutes.
Prepare, negotiate, and execute subcontracts and subcontractor change orders.
Maintain project logs, monthly progress reports, and project controls.
Administer Procore and manage project documents and drawings.
Contribute to production planning and scheduling, including CPM updates, mapping sessions, and pull plans.
Lead project closeout, including owner training, punch lists, and as-built documentation.
Mentor and guide Project Engineers and interns on processes and expectations.