Sacramento Construction Engineer/Manager
Job Title: Senior Construction Engineer
Location: Northern California
Salary: $125,000 - $167,000
Company Description:
A growing consulting firm specializing in construction management and infrastructure delivery for public and private sector clients. Known for a collaborative culture and strong relationships with local and state agencies.
Job Description:
Seeking a Senior Construction Engineer to support Resident Engineers on transportation and infrastructure projects. This role sits within a hands-on team delivering complex public works projects across Northern California.
Responsibilities:
- Attend and facilitate meetings with contractors, agencies, and stakeholders
- Review RFIs, submittals, and project correspondence
- Track and maintain project documentation and records
- Monitor contractor work for compliance with plans and specifications
- Manage project budgets, cost analysis, and payment approvals
- Evaluate change orders, extra work, and schedule impacts
- Maintain as-built drawings and assist with project closeout
- Support claims review and contract administration processes
Qualifications:
- Active California Professional Engineer (PE) license
- 4+ years of construction engineering experience on infrastructure projects (or 10+ years without a degree)
- Background working with public agency projects (Caltrans or local agencies preferred)
- Strong understanding of construction documentation, contracts, and project controls
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work in a team-oriented, client-facing environment
Compensation:
- Competitive base salary ($124,800 - $166,400)
- 401(k) with company match
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Life and disability insurance
- PTO and paid holidays
- Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
- Ongoing professional development support
Why you should apply:
This is a strong opportunity to step into a visible role on meaningful infrastructure projects, with clear growth potential and direct exposure to leadership in a firm that's actively expanding.
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