Project Engineer

Project Engineer

The primary goal of this position is to implement necessary administrative activities required for the efficient execution of a contract and ensure that on-site administrative procedures align with company-wide practices.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate records of all contract changes and internal adjustments, including executed work orders and back charges.
• Process requests for changes to the contract under the direction of the Project Manager in accordance with company procedures.
• Create purchase orders consistent with subcontractor bids, contract documents, industry practices, and company policies, with assistance from the Director of Contract Administration.
• Maintain a current CPM schedule at the construction site as directed by the Project Manager.
• Ensure orderly documentation of all activities including submittals, requests for information, contract changes, and material and equipment logs, verifying accuracy weekly.
• Prepare all internal and external reports as required by company management and contract documents.
• Supervise the Project Clerk and perform clerk duties when a clerk is not assigned.
• Notify subcontractors of work schedules as directed by the Superintendent.
• Schedule equipment and materials in coordination with the Project Superintendent.
• Expedite and verify the delivery of critical items, including submittals, materials, and costs.
• Maintain record documents and process all closeout information.
• Monitor and complete compliance items and generate administration reports.

Essential Skills

• Experience in construction, construction management, project engineering, and project management.
• Proficiency in change order and contract management.
• Experience with public projects, particularly large-scale projects like schools and hospitals.
• Skills in project coordination, estimation, and civil engineering.
• Compliance knowledge and OSHA 10 certification.
• Basic understanding of the construction industry and technical terminology.
• Ability to understand construction sequences and fundamental business activities and procedures.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Familiarity with management and leadership development, including business writing, speed reading, and effective communication.
• Technical development skills in software such as Prolog, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Cal OSHA 10-hour training is advantageous.

Work Environment

The work schedule is Monday through Friday, from 7 am to 3 pm. Projects are located within an hour's drive north or south, ensuring minimal travel time. The company fosters a family-oriented culture and heavily invests in training and development. There are no remote work options available.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Fresno, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $70000.00 - $90000.00/yr.

Medical, Dental, Vision Health Insurance, 401K, PTO

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Fresno, CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 20, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we've helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands.