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Senior Project Engineer

Irvine, CA

On-site Contract

$76 to $93 an hour

The employer is an engineering firm specializing in rail, transit and multimodal transportation.

The employer is looking for a Senior Project Engineer in Irvine, CA. In this role you will lead technical work alongside an experienced construction engineering team and take real ownership of your work. This is a 12-month contract with the possibility of extension. This role is on site at our Irvine location.

What you’ll do

  • Manage RFIs, submittals and change orders on commercial construction projects
  • Attend owner and subcontractor meetings and keep minutes
  • Support closeout documentation
  • Track budgets and costs alongside the project manager
  • Review drawings and specifications for conflicts
  • Mentor junior engineers and review their work

What you’ll bring

  • Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or a related field
  • 5+ years of relevant professional experience
  • Comfort working on active job sites
  • Ability to read construction drawings
  • Strong organizational skills
  • A track record of leading projects from scope through delivery

Nice to have

  • Experience on projects over $20M
  • OSHA 30 certification

Compensation and benefits

The pay range for this position in Irvine, CA is $76 – $93 per hour. Final pay depends on experience, skills and qualifications.

  • Weekly pay
  • Potential to convert to a full-time role
  • Access to medical coverage

The employer is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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