About Us: Edwards Construction Group is a premier commercial construction firm that has been building the critical infrastructure for communities across California for decades. What truly sets us apart is our integrated, hands-on approach to building. We believe in empowering our people, not just constructing great projects. With a team of nearly one-hundred industry professionals, we deliver projects across key sectors, including K-12, Higher Education, Civic, and Private Commercial. Our expertise is rooted in a commitment to excellence, driven by innovation in technology, and grounded in an uncompromising dedication to safety. At ECG, we provide mentorship and growth opportunities in a collaborative environment where every voice is valued. If you are a professional who thrives on challenges and is ready to contribute to a forward-thinking, industry-leading team, we invite you to apply!About the Role: We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Project Engineer to support the successful delivery of commercial construction projects from preconstruction through closeout. Working closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, Project Engineers, subcontractors, vendors, clients, architects, and engineers, you will help coordinate project activities and ensure work is completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with contract requirements.The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of construction processes, excellent organizational skills, and a willingness to take ownership and grow into increased project responsibility. You will support project administration, subcontractor and vendor coordination, scheduling, cost control, change management, RFIs, submittals, billing, and closeout activities. As your skills and experience develop, you will have the opportunity to take increasing ownership of project activities and independently manage smaller projects with senior PMs providing guidance and support.Key Responsibilities: You will support Project Managers in the planning, coordination, and execution of assigned construction projects, with the opportunity to independently manage smaller projects as experience develops.You will coordinate and distribute current contract documents, including drawings, specifications, general conditions, alternates, addenda, ASIs, and other project revisions.You will manage RFIs, submittals, transmittals, Potential Change Orders, Change Orders, and other project deliverables, ensuring accurate tracking, timely submission, and distribution.You will assist with project budgets, schedules of values, cost tracking, change requests, progress billing, and required supporting documentation, including labor compliance.You will process and maintain subcontractor and owner commitment documents, including contracts, Subcontract Agreements, Purchase Orders, Work Orders, and Change Orders in Procore.You will support project scheduling, phasing, and sequencing and monitor project performance to help maintain quality, schedule, budget, and safety objectives.You will prepare meeting minutes, project correspondence, and routine responses, and communicate project updates and changes with Owners, Architects, Engineers, subcontractors, vendors, and other stakeholders.You will assist with contract interpretation, conflict resolution, claims avoidance, and resolution of project issues, escalating matters to the Project Manager when appropriate.You will coordinate with subcontractors, vendors, consultants, and suppliers to obtain proposals, contracts, insurance, invoices, and other required documentation.You will conduct regular site visits and support oversight of self-performed and subcontracted work, including daily reporting and monitoring progress, quality, and safety.You will maintain accurate project files, directories, records, certifications, Procore requirements, as-built drawings, and other project documentation, incorporating approved RFIs, ASIs, and formal changes.You will coordinate project closeout, including punch list completion and collection of as-builts, warranties, O&M manuals, project manuals, and other required documentation.RequirementsProfessional Skills: Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Building Science, or a related field preferred.3+ years of experience in commercial construction, preferably in a Project Engineer, Assistant Project Manager, or 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 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 with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.PMP, CMIT, or other relevant construction or project management certification is a plus.Personal Strengths:You take ownership and follow through on commitments.You are team-oriented and willing to learn and take initiative.You are proactive, organized, and detail-oriented.You maintain a positive, solution-focused mindset and work effectively under pressure.You build strong professional relationships and communicate effectively with a variety of stakeholders.You demonstrate sound judgment and know when to seek guidance or escalate an issue.You are committed to safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.Physical Requirements:Performance of the required duties will require the following:Physical ability to climb permanent and temporary stairs, passenger use of construction personnel hoists, ability to climb ladders and negotiate work areas under construction.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focusPerforming this job requires use of hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls, sit, talk, hear, stand, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawlThe employee regularly works on-site at the construction work site where the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts; high precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions and risk of electrical shock This is a general statement of required major duties and responsibilities performed on a regular and continuous basis. It does not exclude other duties as assigned. BenefitsEdwards Construction Group, Inc. offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:Competitive salary based on experienceMedical, Dental, & Vision insurance401(K) matchingPaid time offA typical hiring range for this position is $34 - $46 USD per hour with the final hourly offer based on your qualifications, job-related skills, and relevant experience. In addition, ECG's total rewards offering also includes comprehensive benefits, continuing education bonus program, and opportunities for career growth.ECG is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business needs.
About Us:
Edwards Construction Group is a premier commercial construction firm that has been building the critical infrastructure for communities across California for decades. What truly sets us apart is our integrated, hands-on approach to building. We believe in empowering our people, not just constructing great projects.
With a team of nearly one-hundred industry professionals, we deliver projects across key sectors, including K-12, Higher Education, Civic, and Private Commercial. Our expertise is rooted in a commitment to excellence, driven by innovation in technology, and grounded in an uncompromising dedication to safety.
At ECG, we provide mentorship and growth opportunities in a collaborative environment where every voice is valued. If you are a professional who thrives on challenges and is ready to contribute to a forward-thinking, industry-leading team, we invite you to apply!
About the Role:
We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Project Engineer to support the successful delivery of commercial construction projects from preconstruction through closeout. Working closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, Project Engineers, subcontractors, vendors, clients, architects, and engineers, you will help coordinate project activities and ensure work is completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with contract requirements.
The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of construction processes, excellent organizational skills, and a willingness to take ownership and grow into increased project responsibility. You will support project administration, subcontractor and vendor coordination, scheduling, cost control, change management, RFIs, submittals, billing, and closeout activities. As your skills and experience develop, you will have the opportunity to take increasing ownership of project activities and independently manage smaller projects with senior PMs providing guidance and support.
Key Responsibilities:
- You will support Project Managers in the planning, coordination, and execution of assigned construction projects, with the opportunity to independently manage smaller projects as experience develops.
- You will coordinate and distribute current contract documents, including drawings, specifications, general conditions, alternates, addenda, ASIs, and other project revisions.
- You will manage RFIs, submittals, transmittals, Potential Change Orders, Change Orders, and other project deliverables, ensuring accurate tracking, timely submission, and distribution.
- You will assist with project budgets, schedules of values, cost tracking, change requests, progress billing, and required supporting documentation, including labor compliance.
- You will process and maintain subcontractor and owner commitment documents, including contracts, Subcontract Agreements, Purchase Orders, Work Orders, and Change Orders in Procore.
- You will support project scheduling, phasing, and sequencing and monitor project performance to help maintain quality, schedule, budget, and safety objectives.
- You will prepare meeting minutes, project correspondence, and routine responses, and communicate project updates and changes with Owners, Architects, Engineers, subcontractors, vendors, and other stakeholders.
- You will assist with contract interpretation, conflict resolution, claims avoidance, and resolution of project issues, escalating matters to the Project Manager when appropriate.
- You will coordinate with subcontractors, vendors, consultants, and suppliers to obtain proposals, contracts, insurance, invoices, and other required documentation.
- You will conduct regular site visits and support oversight of self-performed and subcontracted work, including daily reporting and monitoring progress, quality, and safety.
- You will maintain accurate project files, directories, records, certifications, Procore requirements, as-built drawings, and other project documentation, incorporating approved RFIs, ASIs, and formal changes.
- You will coordinate project closeout, including punch list completion and collection of as-builts, warranties, O&M manuals, project manuals, and other required documentation.
Requirements
Professional Skills:
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Building Science, or a related field preferred.
- 3+ years of experience in commercial construction, preferably in a Project Engineer, Assistant Project Manager, or 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 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 with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- PMP, CMIT, or other relevant construction or project management certification is a plus.
Personal Strengths:
- You take ownership and follow through on commitments.
- You are team-oriented and willing to learn and take initiative.
- You are proactive, organized, and detail-oriented.
- You maintain a positive, solution-focused mindset and work effectively under pressure.
- You build strong professional relationships and communicate effectively with a variety of stakeholders.
- You demonstrate sound judgment and know when to seek guidance or escalate an issue.
- You are committed to safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Physical Requirements:
Performance of the required duties will require the following:
- Physical ability to climb permanent and temporary stairs, passenger use of construction personnel hoists, ability to climb ladders and negotiate work areas under construction.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
- Performing this job requires use of hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls, sit, talk, hear, stand, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
- The employee regularly works on-site at the construction work site where the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts; high precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions and risk of electrical shock
- This is a general statement of required major duties and responsibilities performed on a regular and continuous basis. It does not exclude other duties as assigned.
Benefits
Edwards Construction Group, Inc. offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Medical, Dental, & Vision insurance
- 401(K) matching
- Paid time off
A typical hiring range for this position is $34 - $46 USD per hour with the final hourly offer based on your qualifications, job-related skills, and relevant experience. In addition, ECG's total rewards offering also includes comprehensive benefits, continuing education bonus program, and opportunities for career growth.
ECG is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business needs.
Welcome to Edwards Construction Group, where practicality meets exceptionalism. Our foundation in the construction industry was built over two decades of dedicated service, refining our craft, nurturing relationships, and growing a vision of what superior building can truly be.
Welcome to Edwards Construction Group, where practicality meets exceptionalism. Our foundation in the construction industry was built over two decades of dedicated service, refining our craft, nurturing relationships, and growing a vision of what superior building can truly be.
