Project Engineer
R.D. Olson
Project Engineer
R.D. Olson
Posted 3 months ago
Full Time
Irvine, California
In Person
Smart Summary
Responsibilities
The Project Engineer coordinates RFIs, submittals, and material deliveries for hospitality and multifamily projects valued between $20M and $40M. They serve as the primary link between the site and the team to ensure smooth project execution and alignment.
Qualifications
You have a degree in Construction Management or Engineering, or equivalent hands-on Project Engineer experience. You are proficient with Microsoft Project, Excel, and Procore, and possess a growth mindset with strong attention to detail.
Must Have Skills for ATS
Construction Management
Engineering
Microsoft Project
Excel
Procore
AI
RFIs
Submittals
Procurement
Job Description
Project Engineer – R.D. Olson Construction | SoCal
Sedona, AZ & Southern California | Commercial GC | Hospitality + Multifamily
This isn’t just another construction job. It’s your launchpad.
At R.D. Olson Construction, we’re not just building projects — we’re building careers. If you’re early in your construction career and hungry to grow, we’ve built a Project Engineer role designed to accelerate you into a leadership path.
You'll be deeply embedded in the construction of major hotel and multifamily developments, where your coordination, communication, and hustle will directly impact the success of $20M–$40M projects. This is where the learning curve is steep, the standards are high, and the potential is real.
Why This Role Matters
As a Project Engineer, you’ll be at the heart of it all — tracking RFIs and submittals, coordinating with top-tier subcontractors, and ensuring every material delivery and meeting runs like clockwork. You’ll be the link that keeps the site running smoothly and the team aligned.
But this isn’t just a checklist job — it’s your first step toward becoming a Project Manager. You’ll be learning directly from experienced leaders, earning trust through results, and taking on more responsibility every month. We’ve built the ladder. You just have to climb it.
Why Top Performers Choose R.D. Olson
➡️ You’ll grow fast.
From day one, you're part of our Project Manager Career Ladder — supported by RD Olson University and mentors who’ve been in your shoes.
➡️ You’ll make an impact.
You’ll support signature construction projects across Southern California, representing the next generation of innovation in hospitality and housing.
➡️ You’ll be part of something real.
This isn’t a job where you push paper. It’s a job where you walk job sites, solve real problems, and see your work come to life — day after day.
What You Bring
Your Career, Engineered for Impact
Whether you're fresh from school or bringing a few years of field experience, this role is built to grow with you. Within your first year, you’ll:
Let’s Build What’s Next — Together
If you’re ready to turn your potential into a plan and your ambition into action, we want to talk. At R.D. Olson, we don’t just offer jobs — we offer careers worth building.
What You'll Receive
Salary of $65,000 to $96,000 plus construction bonus. 100% associate health insurance. 401k plan with matching. Paid time off. Volunteer opportunities.
Apply www.rdolson.com/culture-and-careers/#jobs
Sedona, AZ & Southern California | Commercial GC | Hospitality + Multifamily
This isn’t just another construction job. It’s your launchpad.
At R.D. Olson Construction, we’re not just building projects — we’re building careers. If you’re early in your construction career and hungry to grow, we’ve built a Project Engineer role designed to accelerate you into a leadership path.
You'll be deeply embedded in the construction of major hotel and multifamily developments, where your coordination, communication, and hustle will directly impact the success of $20M–$40M projects. This is where the learning curve is steep, the standards are high, and the potential is real.
Why This Role Matters
As a Project Engineer, you’ll be at the heart of it all — tracking RFIs and submittals, coordinating with top-tier subcontractors, and ensuring every material delivery and meeting runs like clockwork. You’ll be the link that keeps the site running smoothly and the team aligned.
But this isn’t just a checklist job — it’s your first step toward becoming a Project Manager. You’ll be learning directly from experienced leaders, earning trust through results, and taking on more responsibility every month. We’ve built the ladder. You just have to climb it.
Why Top Performers Choose R.D. Olson
➡️ You’ll grow fast.
From day one, you're part of our Project Manager Career Ladder — supported by RD Olson University and mentors who’ve been in your shoes.
➡️ You’ll make an impact.
You’ll support signature construction projects across Southern California, representing the next generation of innovation in hospitality and housing.
➡️ You’ll be part of something real.
This isn’t a job where you push paper. It’s a job where you walk job sites, solve real problems, and see your work come to life — day after day.
What You Bring
- A degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or hands-on experience as a Project Engineer
- Confidence using Microsoft Project, Excel, and Procore or similar tools
- A Southern California base and willingness to travel to job sites
- A mindset for growth, grit, and detail — not just checking boxes
Your Career, Engineered for Impact
Whether you're fresh from school or bringing a few years of field experience, this role is built to grow with you. Within your first year, you’ll:
- Master RFIs, submittals, and procurement coordination
- Support $20M–$40M projects with real impact
- Build the relationships and reps you’ll need to lead
- Explore how to use AI and automation to do it smarter and faster
Let’s Build What’s Next — Together
If you’re ready to turn your potential into a plan and your ambition into action, we want to talk. At R.D. Olson, we don’t just offer jobs — we offer careers worth building.
What You'll Receive
Salary of $65,000 to $96,000 plus construction bonus. 100% associate health insurance. 401k plan with matching. Paid time off. Volunteer opportunities.
Apply www.rdolson.com/culture-and-careers/#jobs
R.D. Olson
R.D. Olson Construction is a nationwide general contracting and construction management firm recognized for reliability and customer loyalty. The firm is known for its hospitality construction expertise but also excels in multi-unit, mixed-use, healthcare/senior living properties, restaurants, and higher education facilities.
Backed by a track record spanning 40 years, R.D. Olson has built a financially sound business platform setting the stage for a growth trajectory over the next several years. Our client list includes Marriott, Kimpton Hotel & Restaurant Group, Starwood Lodging, UDR and Affirmed Housing Group, to name several.
R.D. Olson Construction has an established reputation as a builder that is at the forefront of emerging technologies and building trends. We meet our clients’ vision for the built environment through solution driven teamwork, fast track construction, high quality finishes, and a proven expertise in our trade providing the foundation for excellence. Our people are our greatest asset.
R.D. Olson Construction is committed to fostering, cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity and inclusion. We believe we are the sum of our parts and take great pride in our craft, as well as our team. At our core, our people are our most valuable asset. We believe that each member of our firm, whether on the field or in the office, plays a substantial role in the success of our work. We look for the best talent and embrace our employees’ differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other characteristics. R.D. Olson Construction is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its hiring process. Our focus is always on creating teams which represent the communities of which we are a part.
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