Project Engineer

To be considered, applicants must reside in San Francisco County or surrounding areas. At this time, Singular Builders is not considering relocation for open positions.

Job Description

The position of Project Engineer will coordinate and oversee the flow of information to assist the Assistant Project Manager, Project Manager, or Superintendent for the execution and completion of a construction project. This position will be a career growth development role in the field and in the office, with on-the-job training to obtain an understanding of all phases of construction and develop into a Project Manager or Superintendent role.

Singular Builders is a San Francisco-based construction company focused on delivering complex, design-forward, and technically demanding projects. Our work includes seismic retrofits, ground-up construction, urban infrastructure projects, and high-end commercial interiors across California and Arizona.

Founded by industry veterans, the company is quickly establishing itself as one of the fastest-growing construction startups in the Bay Area, with a strong and growing pipeline of complex, design-forward projects across multiple markets.

What sets us apart is not just the projects we take on, but how we execute them—through thoughtful problem-solving, strong team collaboration, and a commitment to quality at every level.

We are building a team of curious and caring teammates who are driven to get the job done, embrace each challenge, and pursue excellence, and who take pride in the work they deliver.

Responsibilities

Essential duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Project Office

• Responsible for Request for Information (RFI) and submittal process and flow of information between project office and field personnel to ensure continuity of work.
• Ensures project documents are complete, current, and stored appropriately to the company’s file structure.
• Participates in project start-up and close-out procedures and documentation.
• May assist with change orders and expedite material and job site equipment,
• Serves as a company representative, developing and maintaining working relationships with the trades, client, consultants, and architects.
• Works as a collaborative and flexible project team member.
• Attends OAC meetings, takes meeting minutes, and publishes and archives for project records.

Field

• Assists with ensuring subcontractors are following their contracts and scope of work with quality workmanship and per the schedule.
• Participates in safety meetings. Oversees work on the site under a Superintendent’s supervision.
• Learns how to develop and follow a project schedule under the direction of a Project Manager and Superintendent
• Supervises subcontractor performance and verifies quality of work as directed by the Superintendent.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, preferably in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Architecture, or a Construction Management Certificate from an accredited college or university, is required; or entry-level or 2 years of experience, including internships.

Core Competencies

• Strategic Thinker. Translate goals into action.
• Strong Analytical Skills. Ability to visualize, gather information, articulate, and analyze complex problems to ensure proper resolutions are determined.
• Construction Knowledge: Basic construction principles/practices experienced dealing with subcontracts, subcontractors, and/or self-perform work.
• Decision Making. When there are competing or conflicting priorities, demonstrates the ability to balance the desire to be agile while remaining highly disciplined and focused.
• Ambitious and Results Driven. Self-driven and motivated, leading by example to achieve desired results in a collaborative work environment.

Additional Information

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

• This position regularly requires long hours, and must be willing to work weekends and evenings as driven by the project schedule.
• Can expect to work outdoors in all kinds of weather and under risky conditions.
• Physical requirements – Must be able to access and navigate all areas of the construction site.
• Must be able to lift to 40 pounds at times.

Travel

• Travel is primarily local during the business day.

Experience

Knowledge of:

• Schematics, blueprints and drawings
• Schedules
• RFI, Submittals, Punch lists
• Estimating concepts and budgets
• Interpreting oral and written instructions
• Developed skills in applicable computer programs including (Word, Excel, MS Project, Bluebeam, Procore, etc.), or other specialized software utilized for construction management.
• Clear oral and written communication business skills
• Professional working relationships with co-workers, business partners, and subcontractors
• Adjusting and willingness to change priorities from various directives
• Workload changes

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

At this time, Singular Builders is not considering relocation for open positions. Candidates should be locally based or prepared to relocate independently.