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Project Engineer

CompanyTrueline
LocationSan Jose, California, United States
TypeOnsite
A well-established general contractor specializing in multifamily and affordable housing construction across Northern California, is seeking a Project Engineer to join their team supporting Bay Area projects. This is a hands-on, growth-oriented opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants a clear path toward Project Management while working on large, high-impact developments.

What You'll Do as the Project Engineer:


  • Manage and track RFIs, submittals, change orders, and project documentation
  • Maintain organized logs and document control systems to support project accuracy
  • Coordinate with subcontractors, vendors, consultants, and internal teams to resolve documentation and scope questions
  • Support scheduling updates, cost tracking, and project reporting
  • Attend project meetings and capture clear, actionable meeting notes
  • Facilitate communication between field operations and office teams
  • Review drawings and specifications to identify inconsistencies and drive resolution

Must-Haves as the Project Engineer:


  • 5+ years of experience in construction
  • Experience supporting multifamily or commercial construction projects
  • Exposure to large-scale builds in the $40M+ range
  • Working knowledge of RFIs, submittals, change orders, and documentation workflows
  • Proficiency in Procore
  • Experience using MS Project and Microsoft Office tools

Nice-to-Haves as the Project Engineer:


  • Affordable housing project experience
  • Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field
  • Experience working in a hybrid office and field environment
  • Strong organizational and communication skills with a detail-oriented mindset

Our Client Offers:


  • Competitive base salary of $70,000 - $90,000 plus 10% bonus potential
  • 100% employer-paid health coverage for employee and spouse
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Generous PTO program
  • Vehicle allowance or mileage reimbursement for site visits
  • Clear path for advancement into Project Management

Trueline and its clients are unabashed equal-opportunity employers committed to a diverse workforce. We welcome smart and ambitious applicants and recruit, refer, hire, place, and promote without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law.

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