Project Engineer I

About the Role

AECOM is seeking a Project Engineer I to be based in Southern California. This is an early-career role suited to recent university graduates. The Project Engineer supports the Project Manager / Construction Manager in the planning, coordination, and control of projects from preliminary design to close out, with a focus on construction administration, project documentation, and field oversight.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and Preconstruction Support
• Assists in evaluating architectural and engineering proposals and developing execution, contracting, and award recommendations.
• Conducts constructability reviews for compliance with Client standards and building code requirements.
• Supports coordination of jurisdictional approvals, plan check, and permitting.
• Assists in the development of drawings and specifications for new facilities, and the repair and modernization of existing facilities.
• Supports bidding, construction contract review, and pre-qualification processes.
• Construction Administration and Project Controls
• Supports the review of construction progress relative to submitted construction schedules, including contractor baseline, critical path (CPM), and recovery schedules.
• Reviews and coordinates RFIs, requests for clarification (RFC), submittals, change order proposals (COP), and change directives (CD) for quality assurance and merit.
• Assists in reviewing change orders and assessing their cost and schedule impact, and prepares cost estimates for change orders and extra services.
• Assists in monitoring variances in the project database relative to scheduling and cost control reporting.
• Assists in reviewing and verifying contractor applications for payment and supports fiscal management of project resources.
• Supports the Project Manager / Construction Manager in resolving construction issues, disputes, and disagreements.
• Monitors labor compliance and prevailing wage requirements.
• Field Oversight and Quality
• Performs site walks to verify field conditions and monitors construction activities for compliance with contract documents and safety standards.
• Monitors General Contractor and subcontractor work to ensure adherence with project plans and promotes quality control of all installations.
• Monitors the Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) and helps ensure projects comply with State requirements.
• Coordinates and documents progress meetings with site administrators, community representatives, public agencies, and Client departments during all phases of construction.
• When requested, interfaces with the Client, architect, and design professionals to confirm compliance with design intent and Client satisfaction.
• Project Documentation and Closeout
• Uses construction management software to maintain daily reports, project logs, RFI and submittal logs, and agreements.
• Ensures compliance with all internal and external record keeping requirements.
• Supports project closeout and certification processes, including punch lists, as-built and closeout submittal packages, and DSA / HCAI certification where applicable.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Core Skills and Knowledge
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to manage multiple tasks, exhibit strong organizational skills, and have a good understanding of design and construction.
• Knowledge of construction management procedures and construction industry practices.
• Skilled at use of construction management software and programs.
• Knowledgeable in the process of invoicing and billing procedures.
• Proficiency in all Microsoft Office programs.
• Committed to continuously expanding professional knowledge and contributing to team innovation and productivity.
• Projects may include:
• Hospital and healthcare work under OSHPD / HCAI.
• School work under the Division of the State Architect (DSA).
• Other public and private sector projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree plus 0 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Preferred Requirements:
• Internship or co-op experience in construction, construction management, or design.
• Experience with construction management software and document control (RFIs, submittals, daily reports).
• Experience utilizing Building Information Modeling (BIM).
• Experience on Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certified projects.
• Exposure to local worker PLAs, prevailing wage / DIR, and public works projects.
• Graduation from a recognized college or university with a Bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, or related field.

Compensation

• USD 70000 - USD 90000 - yearly