Entry Level Project Engineer - Southern California

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. In this hands-on role, you will gain experience with project controls and communications as well as get exposure to the technical aspects of constructing a project. This position is the initial step in developing the managerial and communication skills for project management.

Please note: This position will be based out of the Southern California area but will require relocation to support projects out-of-state for a certain period of time.

Key Responsibilities:

• General Contract and Subcontract administration
• Monitor/document job-site 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

Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management or Engineering required
• General knowledge of construction principles/practices required
• Strong work ethic and desire to work in a team environment required
• Must be geographically mobile and able to work anywhere in the following counties: Los Angeles, Orange County, Inland Empire.
• Construction internship or other related construction work experience preferred

For Southern California locations, the starting salary for this position is: $88,000. This does not include possible bonus and other benefits which can impact total compensation. Compensation offered may vary based on work location, experience, qualifications, specialty, training, and market and business considerations, among other factors.

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