• Project Engineer (Construction)

    Essel (Marysville, CA)


    We’re seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Project Engineer to support our project management team in executing specialty exterior scope packages for multi-unit residential and light commercial projects across Northern California and surrounding regions.

     

    This position offers strong accelerated growth potential into a Project Manager role for the right candidate.

    Key Responsibilities:

    + Document Control:

     

    Assist with the management and distribution of construction drawings, RFIs, specifications, and submittals.

     

    + Field Coordination & Reporting:

     

    Track daily field activity, including workforce counts, task progress, weather impacts, and materials. Document as-built conditions and coordinate third-party inspections as required.

     

    + Project Planning & Execution:

     

    Support development of project schedules, installation durations, and goal setting during transition from estimating to operations.

     

    + Submittals & RFIs:

     

    Prepare and track submittals, shop drawings, product data sheets, and RFIs for timely review and approval.

     

    + Takeoffs & Estimating Support:

     

    Perform digital takeoffs and provide data for pricing breakdowns, schedule of values, and preliminary procurement.

     

    + Stakeholder Coordination:

     

    Collaborate with general contractors, field teams, and internal stakeholders to drive project alignment and performance.

     

    + Problem Solving & Technical Oversight:

     

    Identify project issues and coordinate resolution paths to keep progress on track.

     

    + Quality Control:

     

    Support QA/QC documentation and field verification of materials against approved submittals.

    Requirements

    + 2-4 years of construction experience (internships or trade exposure a plus)

    + Ability to read and interpret construction documents (plans/specs)

    + Proficiency in Bluebeam, Microsoft Excel, and construction productivity tools

    + Strong organizational, time management, and analytical skills

    + Willingness to travel to job sites across Northern CA as needed

    + Self-starter with a desire to grow into a leadership role

     

    Benefits

     

    + Competitive salary (DOE)

    + Performance-based bonuses

    + Medical, dental, and vision (50% employer contribution for employee)

    + PTO and paid holidays

    + 401(k) with up to 5% match

    + Vehicle allowance eligibility based on role/responsibility