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Project Engineer WPLP Palo Alto, CA Job Details Full-time $75,000 - $105,000 a year 2 hours ago Benefits Paid training Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Bluebeam Revu Electrical blueprint reading Bluebeam Project engineering Microsoft Excel Contractor management Construction RFI responses Microsoft Office Driver's License Bachelor's degree Construction document control Construction submittals Commercial building projects Document change management Microsoft Project Construction change order management Construction estimating

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Project Engineer About us WPLP is an established property management company with a growing construction division that specializes in building and rehabbing desirable, sought-after commercial office space across the Bay Area, with projects within about 50 miles of Palo Alto. Our work includes tenant improvements, office build-outs and renovations for owners, developers, and corporate tenants. We run a lean team where engineers learn directly from project managers, superintendents, and leadership. Clients return because we deliver on schedule, communicate clearly, and stand behind our work. Our standard is on time, at a fair price, and we deliver value for our clients. The role The Project Engineer supports our project managers and superintendents on commercial office projects ranging from $200K to $10M, typically working on 2-4 jobs at a time. You keep the paperwork, information, and subcontractors moving so the field can build without delays. This is a hands-on role with a clear path to Project Manager or Superintendent. You will work closely with superintendents, architects, engineers, and subcontractors. The role is jobsite based with regular visits to the Palo Alto office. Key responsibilities Preconstruction and planning Review drawings and specs for conflicts, missing information, and scope gaps. Help prepare bid packages, distribute plans to subcontractors, and build bid-leveling sheets. Set up project files, submittal registers, and procurement logs, and track long-lead items. Support permit applications with local jurisdictions (Palo Alto, San Mateo, Mountain View, and surrounding cities). Project execution Write, track, and close out RFIs; follow up with the design team until answered. Prepare, review, and route submittals and shop drawings for approval. Maintain document control, including current drawing sets, supplemental sheets, bulletins, and revisions. Draft change order requests and help gather subcontractor pricing. Take minutes at owner-architect-contractor (OAC) and subcontractor meetings and track action items. Support monthly pay applications, subcontractor billing review, and lien waiver tracking. Visit jobsites to verify field conditions, document progress with photos, and help the superintendent with monthly forecasting. Safety and compliance Follow the company's safety program and Cal/OSHA requirements on every site. Track subcontractor insurance certificates, licenses, and safety documentation. Coordinate inspections and keep inspection records current. Closeout Build and track punch lists through completion. Collect as-builts, O&M manuals, warranties, and final lien releases as part of closeout documents. Assemble the closeout package for the owner. Qualifications Required 1-3 years of commercial construction experience, ideally as a Project Engineer or Assistant PM for a general contractor (strong internships count). Ability to read architectural, structural, and MEP drawings. Working knowledge of RFIs, submittals, change orders, and construction documentation. Proficiency with Procore (or other tracking software), Microsoft Project, P6, or Monday.com, and Bluebeam and Excel. Strong organization and follow-through across several projects at once. Clear, professional written and verbal communication. Valid California driver's license and reliable transportation for jobsite visits. Preferred Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related field. Experience on commercial office or tenant improvement projects. OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification. Familiarity with Bay Area permitting and inspection processes. Interest in growing into a Project Manager or Superintendent role. Compensation and benefits Base salary is $75,000-$105,000 per year , depending on experience, with performance bonuses tied to project success. Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with company match Paid time off and paid holidays Mileage and phone reimbursement Paid training and certifications (OSHA 30, LEED, PMP) Mentorship and a defined path to Project Manager or Superintendent Working conditions: Full-time, Monday-Friday, split between the office and active jobsites in the South Bay and Peninsula. Site visits require walking active construction areas and wearing standard PPE. How to apply Send your resume and a short note about a recent commercial project you supported to . Please include the project size, your role, and one challenge you helped solve. WPLP is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act.

Pay:

$75,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person