Project Engineer

Project Engineer

At Doty Bros., we don't just build infrastructure—we build communities, careers, and lasting impact. As one of California's leading underground utility construction companies, we've been powering progress for over 50 years. Whether it's laying the foundation for clean water, reliable electricity, or cutting-edge communications, we tackle every project with precision, pride, and a whole lot of passion.

Doty Bros. Construction Company, a proud member of the Meruelo Enterprises family, has been a leader in utility and infrastructure construction across Southern California since 1935. As a certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), we specialize in underground distribution systems, traffic signal installation, fire protection, sanitation systems, and street lighting. With a reputation built on safety, integrity, and quality, our team is committed to delivering results on time, every time. Licensed in California and Arizona, we bring decades of experience and innovation to every project.

About the Role

The Project Engineer the ideal candidate will be responsible for supporting the Project Manager in successful planning and execution of all projects (jobs) assigned to them. Provide technical and leadership to the Project Manager in support of Superintendents and field foreman on all projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for making decisions both small and large, in such a way that risk is controlled and uncertainty minimized.
• Responsible for project document control and supporting the creation of budgets, schedules, purchase orders, and subcontracts.
• Monitors overall quantity and quality of work performed on all assigned jobs.
• Provides support to the billing department as needed; e.g. provide schedule of values, answer questions on applied costs or billing requirements per the contract.
• Supports the process for changes orders and other circumstances changing the scope of work and payment for such changes.
• Monitors contract compliance for each job to ensure the company is protected regarding liabilities matters and liens (collection matters).
• Supports the technical advisor for the project.
• Participates in resolving difficult issues or start-up.
• Ensures compliance with all company policies and procedures.
• Follows and ensures compliance with all company safety program requirements.
• Promotes safety among peers, subordinates and supervisors.
• Performs additional assignments at the direction of a Project Manager and/or Sr. Project Manager/Division Manager.
• Responsible for the insertion of contracts, contract change orders, and other adjustments needed to be made in Spectrum.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Construction Management Bachelor of Science certification preferred but not required.
• A 4-year engineering degree preferred but not required.
• Possess or ability to obtain a valid class C California driver's license.
• A minimum of 4 years' experience in similar type construction environment required.
• Proven experience in working with construction personnel and projects.
• Proven experience in understanding contracts to ensure compliance with terms and protect the company's rights in lien and collection matters.
• Excellent organizational, leadership, communication, planning and analytical skills required.
• Must possess a combination of skills including an ability to ask penetrating questions, detect unstated assumptions and resolve interpersonal conflicts as well as more systematic management skills.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, walk, stand and sit for prolong periods.
• The employee is frequently required to use hands to fingers, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle, required.
• Working conditions consists of temperature-controlled buildings or offices, outside elements such as rain, cold, and heat when working in open environments, driving from various locations or attending meetings, etc. Noise levels are moderate to loud depending on work location.

At Meruelo, we believe that diverse teams drive innovation and better business outcomes. We are dedicated to fostering a culture where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to bring their whole selves to work. We actively encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.