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Capitol Construction Project Engineer

Capital Construction
Los Angeles, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/26/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/25/2026

About USC FPM

FPM (formerly named Capital Construction & Development / Facilities Management Services) is responsible for planning, developing, and maintaining the breadth of the facilities at USC, and is also dedicated to creating a safe environment for our USC community. Woven into every service, safety is of upmost importance. As FPM, this group of innovative and talented professionals provide high quality facilities construction, operations and maintenance services at USC and serve as dedicated stewards of USC and FPM core values. FPM values employee recognition, accountability, collaboration, respect, and trust.

Come and join the FPM team - a team that works as trusted partners shaping an environment of innovation and excellence. Apply today!

Role Summary

Supports construction project managers in administration and coordination of projects including planning, organizing, controlling and reporting to ensure goals and objectives of projects are accomplished within prescribed cost, quality and contract parameters. Plans and coordinates detailed aspects of project work.

Responsibilities

  • Works on multiple projects of moderate size or portions of major projects.
  • Assists construction project managers in administration and coordination of projects to ensure goals and objectives of projects are accomplished.
  • Provides technical and contract management support to project manager during the design, construction and closeout phases of project.
  • Prepares scopes, budgets and schedules for assignments.
  • Assists with preparation of RFQ’s/RFP’s, and scoping statements and related documents for incorporation in contracts documents.
  • Assists project manager with coordination between the architect and general contractor participants with GMP contracts.
  • Conducts job walks monthly with construction contractors to validate percent completion for purpose of calculating incurred cost

The University reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS  

  • 5 Years of experience in project management, construction management or related fields.
  • Directly related project or administrative experience.
  • Demonstrated interpersonal skills. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or related field.

Benefits

  • USC’s Commitment to You: We offer an excellent package of benefits and programs including, but not limited to:
    • Tuition assistance for you and your family
    • Comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance options *
    • 401A retirement account with matching 5% W/ additional contributions up to 4% after eligibility is met
    • 50% subsidy off Metro, LADOT, and Metrolink passes

Hourly Range:

The hourly range for this position is $50.10 – $53.55/HR When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.


Supports construction project managers in administration and coordination of projects including planning, organizing, controlling and reporting to ensure goals and objectives of projects are accomplished within prescribed cost, quality and contract parameters. Plans and coordinates detailed aspects of project work.

Salary : $50 - $54

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