Project Engineer

We're hiring a project engineer with at least 3 years of professional construction experience, to work closely with the superintendent and project manager on estimating and scheduling efforts, subcontractor buy-out, and project documentation/ tracking.
Project engineers understand design intent and apply the mechanics of how things come together in the field to collaborate effectively with the project team, architect, vendors, subs, suppliers, and consultants.
This position is dynamic, creative, and whenever possible, site-based, to ensure projects are executed at the highest levels of quality and craftsmanship.
WHAT YOU'LL DO As a project engineer, you'll be responsible for supporting the entire construction project lifecycle from pre- to post-construction, including:
Collaborating with project manager and superintendent to build according to plan and specificationsContributing to estimating efforts: take-offs, coordinate sub bids, materials pricingMaintaining positive relationships and clearly communicating with clients, partners, designers, field team, and subcontractorsReading and managing plans, specifications, contracts, purchase orders, shop drawings, submittals, lien releases, RFI logs, and all other project related documentsIssuing RFPs, distributing plans and contract documentsCreating scope of work for subs and vendors for RFPs and Subcontractor AgreementsConducting subcontractor site walk-throughs to review plans and specs prior to pricingAssessing data from subcontractor proposals: review, negotiate, summarizeWriting and managing Subcontractor Agreements ensuring all necessary elements are presentMaintaining punch list with architect and build teamReceiving, review, and code applications for payment with project managerPartnering with the project manager to assure payment is received from owner and paid out to subcontractorsMaintaining owner's manual (product information, warranties, as-built drawings, etc.)
and handling project close out requirementsWorking with superintendent to maintain job site quality controlBeing a positive advocate for safety in action and attitude; reinforcing awareness to reduce the risk of injury or citationsThis position will be located at our San Francisco office with required driving to the job site 2-3 times per week or as needed per projectWHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED To be successful as a Dowbuilt project engineer, you'll need:
3+ years of construction management experience, high-end residential highly preferredConstruction Management degree, or similar education plus experienceAbility to read and interpret architectural drawings and specificationsExcellent communication, team-building skills and detail follow throughKnowledge of technical construction terms and experience with both traditional and new materialsProficient in Microsoft Outlook, Project, Excel, Word, BlueBeamFamiliarity with web-based applications such as Slack, Asana, SmartSheet, and Airtable is highly preferredSage 300 CRE familiarity is preferred, but not requiredUS Work AuthorizationWHAT WE OFFER We are a fun, easygoing bunch of professionals who take a lot of pride in the work we do.
We acknowledge the contributions and talents of our team members by providing benefits that support you at work and in life:
Competitive pay commensurate with skills and experience (the range for this position is $80,000 - $100,000 annually)100% paid medical, dental, vision, and $50k in basic life insurance for full-time employees (35% Medical coverage for dependents), first of the month following DOH401(k) retirement savings plan with a 3% employer profit sharing contribution after 1 year8 paid holidays each year, no waiting periodPaid Time-Off (PTO).
Salaried/Exempt employees accrue 2.31 hours per week, or 120 hours per year, with one additional day of service per year until reaching a max accrual of 160 hours.Education reimbursementMentorship and career development opportunitiesDiscretionary bonusWHO WE ARE Dowbuilt is a construction company founded in 1980, and today our talented teams can be found from coast to coast.
We excel at cutting-edge, innovative, never-been-done-before residential projects and home service—all of which require precision and impeccable attention to detail.
We work with top architects, and our builds are regularly featured in publications such as Architectural Digest, Architectural Record, and Dwell.
The Dowbuilt culture is one of care—care for our employees, clients, and the talented craftspeople we partner with—resulting in care for the incredible designs we bring to life.
HOW YOU'LL GROW We're committed to investing in our team members' ongoing professional development.
At Dowbuilt, we want everyone to have equal opportunity to play to their strengths, fill gaps in knowledge, and grow professionally.
We believe that effective career development requires two-way, open communication between employee and manager.
Expectation setting happens on both sides, along with support, mentorship, and goal setting at regular intervals.
Find out where your career will take you at Dowbuilt.
Dowbuilt is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity.
We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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