What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Project Engineer – Construction Interior Fit-Outs position at Hays?
Your new company
Our client is a highly respected commercial General Contractor delivering high-end interior projects across retail, hospitality, and corporate environments. With a strong pipeline of repeat clients and design-driven work, they are looking to bring on a Senior Project Engineer to be based out of their Petaluma headquarters. This role is primarily office-based, working closely with leadership and project teams, with regular site visits to support project delivery and client coordination.
Your new role
This is a key position supporting project execution, client interface, and overall delivery across multiple interior builds. You will:
- Manage RFIs, submittals, and document control across multiple projects
- Support project financials, cost tracking, and change order management
- Coordinate with subcontractors, consultants, and field teams
- Partner closely with the Owner and client stakeholders on project updates
- Assist with buyout, procurement, and scope validation
- Maintain strong visibility on schedule, drawings, and project status
- Mentor and support junior Project Engineers
You’ll operate with a high level of ownership—acting as a key link between the Project Manager, field team, and client
What you'll need to succeed
- 4–8 years’ experience in construction project engineering
- Background in interiors / tenant improvement projects (retail, hospitality, corporate office)
- Strong experience managing RFIs, submittals, and change orders
- Ability to coordinate across multiple stakeholders
- Experience working directly with Owners or client reps is highly desirable
- Familiarity with Procore, Bluebeam, or similar tools
What you'll get in return
- Work on high-end, design-driven interior projects
- Strong exposure to Owner-side interaction and decision-making
- Collaborative environment based in Petaluma HQ
- Clear progression into Project Manager
- Consistent pipeline of repeat clients with stability and growth
What you need to do now
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