Construction Project Engineer in Santa Rosa

Job DescriptionJob Description

Project Engineer – Heavy Civil Construction
Location: Santa Rosa and North Bay
Compensation: $90K–$110K base salary + bonus + car allowance + gas card + ESOP + full benefits

Overview:
Established employee-owned civil contractor is seeking a Project Engineer to support heavy civil construction projects throughout the North Bay. This role works closely with Area Managers and field teams to help coordinate day-to-day project operations, documentation, scheduling, reporting, and overall project support. We are a family owned company with over 100 years in business!

The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, adaptable, and looking to grow long term within a collaborative construction environment. This is an excellent opportunity for someone early in their construction management career who wants exposure to both field and office operations while learning from experienced leadership teams.

The company offers a strong employee-owned culture (ESOP), long-term career growth, excellent team environment, and a reputation for investing heavily in employees and the local community.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Assist with RFIs, submittals, change requests, and project documentation
• Support construction planning, scheduling, and coordination efforts
• Help track material deliveries, inspections, and project progress
• Participate in project meetings and provide ongoing support to project teams
• Assist with project reporting, proposals, and contract documentation
• Coordinate with field teams, subcontractors, vendors, engineers, and clients
• Review drawings and specifications to support project execution
• Help identify project risks, constructability concerns, and cost-saving opportunities
• Support QA/QC efforts and project closeout activities
• Provide general project engineering and administrative support to Area Managers and field operations teams

What You Bring:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field
• or Project Engineer experience within construction is a plus
• Interest in heavy civil construction or infrastructure projects
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Team-oriented mindset with willingness to learn and grow
• Comfortable working both in office and field environments
• Experience with Microsoft Office required; Primavera and Spectrum experience are a plus
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record

Company DescriptionFor over 50 years, Nelson Connects has empowered employers and job seekers to achieve their unique versions of success. Our commitment to excellence, integrity, compassion, and innovation has made us a trusted partner in connecting jobs, people, and communities. The remarkably talented and dedicated people of Nelson Connects are building on the rich history of this company to define the future of our industry, and we can’t wait to work with you.

We are Nelson Connects, and our purpose is your success.

Pay & Benefits Transparency
Nelson Connects provides compensation ranges for all job postings in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local pay transparency laws. The compensation range listed represents a good faith estimate of base pay at the time of posting for the specific position and work location, or locations where the role may be performed.

Eligible temporary associates may have access to medical, dental, vision, HSA, EAP, life/AD&D, short-term , 401(k) retirement plan options, commuter benefits, paid sick leave where mandated, and other state or locally required benefits, subject to eligibility requirements.

Where applicable, postings will describe any additional benefits, paid leave, bonus or incentive opportunities, commissions, and other forms of compensation specific to that position. Actual compensation offered may vary based on skills, experience, worksite location, shift, and other legitimate business factors.

Fair Chance Hiring
Nelson Connects will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local fair chance and ban-the-box laws.

Temporary Assignment Disclosure
For temporary or temporary-to-hire assignments, the job posting will identify the worksite location, anticipated schedule, pay rate or range, nature of the assignment, and other information required under applicable state or local law.

Equal Employment Opportunity & Accommodation
Nelson Connects is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to , , religion, (including , , gender ), , , , genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected under applicable law.

At Nelson Connects, we welcome applicants of all abilities and are committed to ensuring that every aspect of our hiring and interview process is accessible and supportive. If you require a reasonable accommodation to assist in your job search or application process, please contact us at peopleoperations@nelsonconnects.com for assistance.Company DescriptionFor over 50 years, Nelson Connects has empowered employers and job seekers to achieve their unique versions of success. Our commitment to excellence, integrity, compassion, and innovation has made us a trusted partner in connecting jobs, people, and communities. The remarkably talented and dedicated people of Nelson Connects are building on the rich history of this company to define the future of our industry, and we can’t wait to work with you. \r\n\r\nWe are Nelson Connects, and our purpose is your success. \r\n\r\nPay & Benefits Transparency\r\nNelson Connects provides compensation ranges for all job postings in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local pay transparency laws. The compensation range listed represents a good faith estimate of base pay at the time of posting for the specific position and work location, or locations where the role may be performed.\r\n\r\nEligible temporary associates may have access to medical, dental, vision, HSA, EAP, life/AD&D, short-term , 401(k) retirement plan options, commuter benefits, paid sick leave where mandated, and other state or locally required benefits, subject to eligibility requirements.\r\n\r\nWhere applicable, postings will describe any additional benefits, paid leave, bonus or incentive opportunities, commissions, and other forms of compensation specific to that position. Actual compensation offered may vary based on skills, experience, worksite location, shift, and other legitimate business factors.\r\n\r\nFair Chance Hiring\r\nNelson Connects will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local fair chance and ban-the-box laws.\r\n\r\nTemporary Assignment Disclosure\r\nFor temporary or temporary-to-hire assignments, the job posting will identify the worksite location, anticipated schedule, pay rate or range, nature of the assignment, and other information required under applicable state or local law.\r\n\r\nEqual Employment Opportunity & Accommodation\r\nNelson Connects is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to , , religion, (including , , gender ), , , , genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected under applicable law.\r\n\r\nAt Nelson Connects, we welcome applicants of all abilities and are committed to ensuring that every aspect of our hiring and interview process is accessible and supportive. If you require a reasonable accommodation to assist in your job search or application process, please contact us at peopleoperations@nelsonconnects.com for assistance.