Job Title: Senior Project Engineer / Assistant Project Manager – Public Works

Location: Sacramento, CA

Employment Type: Full-Time

Industry: Construction

Company Overview

Our client is a well respected and growing general contractor based in Northern California, with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality public works infrastructure projects throughout the region. They are committed to safety, innovation, and building lasting relationships with public agency clients.

Position Summary

They are seeking for a motivated and detail-oriented Senior Project Engineer / Assistant Project Manager to support and lead various aspects of complex public works construction projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in managing day-to-day project operations including scheduling, budgeting, subcontractor coordination, and quality control.
• Support the Project Manager with procurement, subcontractor buyouts, and contract administration.
• Coordinate submittals, RFIs, change orders, and other project documentation in compliance with public agency requirements.
• Participate in weekly progress meetings and maintain communication with clients, consultants, and field teams.
• Monitor project progress, track deliverables, and ensure adherence to safety and compliance standards.
• Collaborate with Superintendents to resolve field issues and support on-site execution.
• Manage project documentation and reporting using construction management software.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field preferred, NOT required.
• 2-3 years of GC experience.
• Familiarity with California public agency projects (e.g., Caltrans, DSA, City/County of Sacramento, water districts).
• Strong understanding of public contracting, prevailing wage compliance, and documentation standards.
• Proficient in project management tools (Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft Project, Excel).
• Ability to read and interpret civil and structural plans and specifications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Caltrans specifications, SWPPP, and QA/QC procedures.
• OSHA 30-hour certification.
• Experience supporting multi-disciplinary projects with budgets between $5M–$50M.
  
  

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary ($105,000 – $125,000 DOE)
• Annual performance bonus
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Career advancement and professional development opportunities