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Description
Job Category: Full Time – Direct Hire Opportunity Location: La Palma, CA Pay Range: $120,000 - $150,000/Year Industry: Civil/ Underground Construction
BBSI is hiring on behalf of a well-established civil construction company specializing in underground infrastructure projects across Southern California.
We are seeking a Field Project Engineer with 5–10 years of experience in heavy civil and underground construction. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in both the field and office, with strong technical knowledge, project coordination skills, and a solid understanding of cost control and project financials.
Key Responsibilities
Support Superintendents and Foremen with day-to-day field operations
Manage and track RFIs, submittals, and change orders
Interpret and work from construction drawings, plans, and specifications
Assist with project scheduling, coordination, and execution
Review and analyze subcontractor and vendor proposals/quotes
Verify invoices and project costs to ensure accuracy and alignment with budget
Identify cost-saving opportunities and support overall project profitability
Act as a liaison between field teams, project management, and office staff
Proactively identify issues and help drive timely resolutions on active job sites
Qualifications
5–10 years of experience in heavy civil / underground construction
Strong field experience (this is not a desk-only role)
Proficient in managing RFIs, submittals, and change orders
Solid understanding of project cost control and financial tracking
Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and technical documents
Experience working with subcontractors and vendors
Ability to operate effectively in both field and office environments
Civil or Mechanical Engineering background preferred
Benefits
Health benefits, Holiday Pay, PTO, Sick Pay
Company vehicle, Work phone, Gas card
Company-provided electronics, software, and tools needed for the role
Work on large-scale, high-impact civil infrastructure projects