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Project Engineer

Menemsha Solutions
San Jose, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/5/2026
Description

*Must live local to San Jose, CA*

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There is something special happening at Menemsha. Our Facility Survey specialists know they can MEASURE it. Our Architects say it’s by DESIGN. And our Construction team? They say let’s BUILD on it!

Our incredible team of professionals.

Diverse. High energy. Fun. Innovative.

And Exceptional At What They Do.

Since 1992, our people have been the secret to our success. Menemsha has delivered thousands of successful projects to both private and public sector clients throughout North America and internationally, including P.F. Chang’s, Wingstop, Starbucks, Lululemon, Office Depot, CVS, Citibank, Regions Bank, Citizens Bank, and Tractor Supply Co. Our reputation is built on the outstanding innovation and technical excellence that our people deliver.

Together we nurture an inclusive and collaborative culture that embraces new ideas and exciting new technologies. We empower each other to succeed. We celebrate our successes. We stand on great thinking, not on formality. We support our staff in all they do, recognizing that each of us has passions outside of work as well. Menemsha is a great place to invest in your talent, to learn from others, and to grow. Something special is happening at Menemsha and we invite you to see for yourself. We look forward to saying hello.

Project Engineer (Field-Based)

Project Type: Big Box Retail

Location: On-site (Job Trailer)

Position Summary

The APM / Project Engineer is the on-site backbone of project execution, working directly out of the job trailer to support the Superintendent and Project Manager. This role is responsible for keeping the job moving—managing documentation, coordinating trades, tracking costs, and ensuring communication between the field and office stays tight.

Key Responsibilities

Field Coordination & Execution

  • Work daily with Superintendent to coordinate subcontractors and sequencing
  • Fill in for Superintendent when necessary.
  • Attend and run subcontractor coordination meetings as needed
  • Walk the jobsite daily to track progress, identify issues, and ensure work aligns with plans
  • Assist in enforcing site logistics, safety expectations, and cleanliness
  • Attend Weekly OAC calls and Weekly internal meetings

Project Controls & Documentation

  • Manage RFIs, submittals, and shop drawings from the trailer closely with APM and SPM
  • Maintain current drawing sets and distribute updates to trades
  • Track and log changes, bulletins, and revisions

Cost & Change Management

  • Assist PM with change order pricing, tracking, and execution
  • Collect and review subcontractor pricing for completeness and accuracy
  • Track potential exposures and flag issues early

Scheduling Support

  • Work with Superintendent and PM to maintain and update project schedule
  • Identify long lead items and track procurement status
  • Push subcontractors on deadlines and sequencing
  • Assist with 3 week look ahead

Closeout & Turnover

  • Start closeout early—track punch list items proactively
  • Compile O&M manuals, warranties, and as-builts
  • Drive timely project closeout from the field

Requirements

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to work full-time on an active construction site, primarily out of an on-site job trailer.
  • Ability to walk the jobsite on a daily basis to observe progress, identify issues, and verify construction is aligned with plans and schedules.
  • Ability to move throughout various areas of the project site, including uneven terrain, both indoors and outdoors, as required to support field operations.
  • Capacity to stand and walk for extended periods of time during site walks, inspections, and coordination with the Superintendent and subcontractors.
  • Ability to perform work that is not sedentary in nature, consistent with a field-embedded role that supports active construction operations.

Work Environment

  • Work is performed primarily on-site at an active construction project, with regular exposure to typical jobsite conditions.

Salary Description

$70,000.00 to $115,000.00

Salary : $70,000 - $115,000

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