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Project Engineer – San Francisco Bay Area
Milroy Construction | Mountain View, CA
Milroy Construction is seeking a Project Engineer to join our growing Bay Area team. This role offers a flexible schedule and weekly opportunities to work from home.
About Us: We are a general contractor based in Mountain View, California, focused on commercial and industrial construction projects throughout the Bay Area. We specialize in mid-sized projects that are often technical and highly challenging.
We pride ourselves on delivering a best-in-class project management experience, built on teamwork, innovation, and a positive work environment. You’ll find our work at many of the Bay Area’s most prestigious locations, with a portfolio that includes projects at Apple, Stanford University, Applied Materials, and Google. In addition to top-tier clients, we partner with the region’s best subcontractors to bring an outstanding team to every project.
The Role: As a Project Engineer, you will play a key role in supporting project delivery from planning through completion. This position is ideal for candidates with a background in construction management, engineering, or architecture, as well as those currently working as field engineers or project engineers.
Responsibilities include:
- Project Planning: Support project managers in developing project plans, budgets, and schedules.
- Design & Engineering: Review drawings and specifications to ensure compliance with technical requirements.
- Resource Allocation: Assist with labor, equipment, and material management.
- Quality Assurance: Monitor construction to meet design standards, safety codes, and regulations.
- Cost Management: Track expenses and support budget control.
- Documentation: Maintain accurate records, including drawings, change orders, and logs.
- Subcontractor Coordination: Manage procurement, scheduling, and subcontractor performance.
- Risk Management: Identify risks and help mitigate potential delays or cost overruns.
- Communication: Facilitate collaboration among project stakeholders.
- Problem Solving: Resolve technical challenges during construction.
- Procurement: Manage material and equipment purchasing.
- Compliance: Ensure adherence to building codes, zoning, and environmental requirements.
- Health & Safety: Promote and enforce safety protocols.
- Schedule Management: Track milestones and ensure deadlines are met.
- Reporting: Provide regular updates on progress, costs, and key metrics.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management (accredited program).
- Prior experience as a Field Engineer, Project Coordinator, or Assistant Project Manager.
- Construction industry experience or internships preferred.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Tech-savvy and comfortable with construction software and digital tools.
- Collaborative team player with excellent communication skills.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $90,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Relocation assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
- Work Location: Hybrid remote in Los Altos, CA 94024
Salary : $90,000 - $130,000