Onsite Project Engineer

Company: Tri State General Contractors
Location: Escondido
Posted on: February 16, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Salary: $70k-$80k Job Description We are an established and respected General Contracting Company seeking an experienced Onsite Project Engineer with construction experience to fill a key role in the SoCal area. The selected candidate will excel at organization, communication, administrative tasks, and time management. We are looking for someone to be an innovative collaborator with a passion to succeed, who will be adaptable, versatile, willing to learn, and wants to grow with the company! If you have a Team First mentality, this is the job for you! See below for a more in-depth listing of responsibilities. POSITION SUMMARY The Onsite Project Engineer supports the Project Management team in planning, coordinating, and executing construction projects. This role ensures compliance with project schedules, documentation standards, and client requirements while facilitating communication between field teams, vendors, subcontractors, and clients. The Project Engineer plays a critical role in preconstruction, construction, and closeout phases, ensuring timely and cost-effective project delivery. RESPONSIBILITIES Include but are not limited to: Preconstruction & Project Setup Assist Project Managers with preconstruction requirements and permit processes. Prepare permit pull packages and coordinate client permit submissions. Request job numbers and set up projects in accounting and client platforms. Prequalify subcontractors for compliance with company policies. Prepare and track insurance requirements (Builders Risk, Payment & Performance bonds). Project Coordination & Administration Maintain project tracking logs (timeline, submittals, RFIs, observations, change orders). Set up and manage reports in AutoDesk and client portals. Input initial schedules in Wrike and update as directed by PM and Field Leadership. Track and reconcile materials, including scheduling job start-up and in-progress needs. Communicate continuously with Project Managers, Superintendents, clients, vendors, and subcontractors. Prepare meeting minutes for weekly project meetings and kick-off sessions. Document Control Maintain electronic and physical project files throughout the project lifecycle. Load and maintain all project drawings and specifications in AutoDesk and client portals. Submit RFIs and ensure proper documentation of all related materials. Process submittals to meet schedule deadlines. Manage change order documentation, including compiling workbooks and tracking subcontractor logs. Financial & Cost Tracking Reconcile accounting software with client cost tracking for change orders and reimbursements. Support billing reminders and follow up with subcontractors. Assist PM and accounting teams with releases and financial documentation. Closeout & Compliance Collect and archive all closeout documents, ensuring compliance with client requirements. Maintain closeout logs and participate in weekly closeout meetings. Upload closeout packages to client software and ensure timely completion. General Support Provide support to upper management and Project Managers as needed. Print and slip-sheet plans for review and release. Perform additional project-related tasks as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Proficiency inBluebeam, Adobe, Microsoft Office, and project management platforms (AutoDesk, Wrike). Strong organizational and communication skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Knowledge of construction processes, documentation standards, and client coordination. Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills. Customer service-focused approach to client and team interactions. Ability to work collaboratively across departments and with external stakeholders. BENEFITS Competitive Rates Medical Dental Vision 401k *This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice based on the needs of the department and company. To perform this job successfully, the perfect candidate will possess a proficient level of the knowledge, skills and abilities listed within this description. Please note, this document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise with the company.

Keywords: Tri State General Contractors, Hawthorne , Onsite Project Engineer, IT / Software / Systems , Escondido, California