Project Engineer (Construction)			
		Essel
			
			
						
			
				
  
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 
  
 
  
 
 			
			
			
			
			
			
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