Project Engineer

We're looking for a Project Engineer to support our project management team on high-end custom residential construction projects. In this role, you'll work closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, subcontractors, and clients to ensure projects run smoothly from pre-construction through final punch list. You'll play a key role in communication, documentation, and coordination, helping to deliver custom homes that reflect Conrado's commitment to precision, quality, and exceptional client experiences.

This is an ideal role for someone early in their construction career who thrives on organization, problem-solving, and teamwork, and who wants to grow within a highly respected Bay Area luxury builder.

Key Responsibilities

• Support Project Managers throughout the full lifecycle of custom home construction projects.
• Assist with project set-up, permitting, and closeout.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers, architects, and designers to ensure clear communication and timely delivery of materials.
• Maintain up-to-date drawings, specs, and materials info for the project team.
• Manage and organize project documentation through our construction management software.
• Track project schedules, RFIs, and submittals.
• Take site photos, document progress, and prepare regular reports for internal and client updates.
• Support project accounting processes, including creating subcontracts, coordinating pay applications, creating budget adjustments, and ensuring accurate documentation to support timely and organized financial reporting.
• Assist with ordering materials, scheduling job site deliveries, and coordinating pickups.
• Oversee day-to-day site operations in the Project Manager's absence, ensuring safety, quality, and communication are maintained.
• Help enforce job site safety practices and quality control.

Qualifications

Work Location & Environment

This is a full-time, on-site position based at one of our active job sites in the South Bay or mid-Peninsula. Occasional travel to our headquarters or other project locations may be required. Candidates must have reliable transportation and be able to reach project sites within approximately up to 1 hour of our headquarters.

You'll spend most of your time in the field, working closely with team members, subcontractors, and clients. The ideal candidate is comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions (sun, wind, rain, and temperature changes) and on uneven terrain. This role requires adaptability, collaboration, and hands-on engagement in the dynamic environment of custom home construction.

Physical Requirements

These requirements are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodation :

Benefits and Compensation

Annual discretionary performance-based bonus

Company Overview

Conrado Home Builders constructs luxury custom homes and estates across the South Bay and mid-Penisula. For over three decades, we've specialized in technically challenging projects that demand meticulous execution and exceptional service. Our success is built on strong client relationships, disciplined project management, and an unwavering commitment to excellence in every detail.

Conrado is an Equal Opportunity Employer.