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Entry-Level Project Engineer - Southern California - Southern Pacific Region

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc.
Riverside, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 11/15/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/9/2026
McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. is America's premier, 100% employee-owned commercial construction company. With offices nationwide, we specialize in a wide range of project types that are as diverse and wide-ranging as the communities in which we build. Our innovative teams collaborate with clients and industry partners throughout the project life cycle, starting in the earliest stages of design, throughout construction and beyond project completion.

McCarthy’s reputation for tackling the toughest building challenges starts with our focus on developing high-performing individuals and teams. We do this through our award-winning training programs, a best-in-class Total Rewards benefits program, and a focus on equipping diverse teams of employee owners through a connected and inclusive culture aligned with our values of: Genuine. We, Not I. All In.

How do McCarthy partners define our culture?

We Live Our Core Values. We do whatever it takes to deliver on our promises with honesty and integrity.

We are Employee Owned. We are personally invested in building the things people need in our communities.

We Feel Like a Family. We value genuine connections and help each other succeed in an inclusive environment.

We are Builders. We respect the work we do and everyone who helps make it happen safely.

This job posting is intended for early career professionals with approximately one year or less of industry work experience. Current seniors enrolled in a 4 year college degree program who are graduating within one year are also encouraged to apply.

The Project Engineer’s position establishes the fundamental principles for an individual’s growth and success within McCarthy. On a daily basis you will be responsible for the coordination between McCarthy employees, owners, subcontractors, architects and engineers. This position is the initial step in developing managerial and communication skills.

Key Responsibilities

  • General Contract and Subcontract administration
  • Monitor/document jobsite safety and accident prevention
  • Construction scheduling
  • Procurement and expediting of material and equipment
  • Mechanical, electrical and piping systems coordination
  • Shop drawing/submittal review and coordination
  • Project cost review, reporting, updating and accounting
  • Review of subcontractor applications for payment
  • Participation in/documentation of project coordination meetings
  • Supervision/coordination of subcontractors’ field installations
  • Review/negotiate change proposal pricing from subcontractors and prepare change proposal pricing for self-performed work
  • Change order documentation and associated cost reporting and maintenance
  • Research and suggest options on construction means, methods and equipment
  • Maintenance of As-Built plans
  • Quality control and project closeout
  • Implement all applicable safety and EEO/Affirmative Action programs on project


Skills & Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related engineering degree
  • Construction internship or other related construction work experience preferred
  • General knowledge of construction principles/practices required
  • Ability to move or travel throughout the SoCal region as needed
  • Strong work ethic and desire to work in a team environment


McCarthy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

For Southern California locations only, the salary rate for this position is: $88,000. This does not include possible bonus and other benefits which can impact total compensation.

Salary : $88,000

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