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Project Engineer
Balfour Beatty
Location : Escondido, CA, 92025
Job Type : Intern, Contractor
Salary : 78,000.00 - 90,000.00 USD / YEAR
Date Posted : 2 December 2025
Balfour Beatty
Project Engineer
Salary:78,000.00 - 90,000.00 USD / YEAR
Description
Become Part of Our Team
As an industry leader Balfour Beatty offers employees a comprehensive benefits package with competitive salaries and more including:
- Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
- Health Savings Account
- 401(k) with company match
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Dependent & Medical Reimbursement)
- Vacation Time
- Sick Time
- Holidays
- Paid Volunteer time
- Tuition Assistance
- Employee Referral Bonus
Summary
Balfour Beatty Construction is seeking a Project Engineer to join our San Diego team. The Project Engineer is a position that assists the Project Manager and Sr. Project Engineer with the planning and daily execution of the construction project. Responsible for maintaining certain aspects of the project schedule as assigned by the Project Manager, by managing the process of submittal approvals, coordinating the timely delivery of materials, maintaining schedules and budgets to ensure projects are completed with quality, profitable, adhering to our Safety/Zero Harm culture.
Essential Functions
- Project Financial Responsibilities
- Preconstruction Services
- Project Start-up and Scheduling
- Project Administration, Coordination, and Close-out
- Promote Customer Relations
- Promote Culture, Leadership and Employee Development
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor of Science degree in Construction Science, Construction Management, or a related Engineering field OR 3 years of experience in a Project Engineer or Project Coordinator role.
- Construction work experience or Internship experience, required for this role.
- Proficiency using a personal computer (PC) and company communication tools, such as email, the internet, and Microsoft products (e.g., Word, Excel, Office, Outlook).
Preferred Experience
- RFI
- Change orders
- Submittals
- Punch-list
- Assisting with sub-contractor meeting minutes
- Previous or current Interiors experience, very helpful
The base compensation range for the Project Engineer role in San Diego listed above is $78,000 - $90,000 annually.
Become Part of Our Team
As an industry leader Balfour Beatty offers employees a comprehensive benefits package with competitive salaries and more including:
- Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
- Health Savings Account
- 401(k) with company match
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Dependent & Medical Reimbursement)
- Vacation Time
- Sick Time
- Holidays
- Paid Volunteer time
- Tuition Assistance
- Employee Referral Bonus
About us
Balfour Beatty US is an industry-leading provider of general contracting, at-risk construction management and design-build services for public and private sector clients across the nation. Performing heavy civil and vertical construction, our teams build the unique structures and infrastructure that play an important role in how people live, work, learn and play in our communities. Our teammates have an instinctive passion for innovating that is fueled by a relentless curiosity, a drive to employ lean practices and processes and the determination to find a better way. Through Zero Harm®, we are challenging the construction industry’s assumptions about safety. We believe that no level of harm should come to anyone as a result of our business.
Consistently ranked among the nation’s largest building contractors by Engineering News-Record, our US business is a subsidiary of London-based Balfour Beatty plc (LSE: BBY).
Balfour Beatty is an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state or local law.
Accessibility:
Phone: (214) 468-4700
Email:BBTalent@balfourbeattyus.com
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Freqently Asked Questions
Escondido's proximity to San Diego creates a competitive hiring landscape for project engineers, with demand driven by construction growth. While San Diego offers more opportunities, Escondido appeals to those seeking less congestion and cost-effective living, balancing career prospects with quality of life.
Project engineers at Balfour Beatty often juggle submittal approvals, timely material deliveries, and subcontractor meeting documentation. These tasks require sharp coordination skills and proactive communication to maintain schedules and uphold the company's zero-harm safety culture.
Locally sought-after credentials include OSHA safety training and proficiency in project management software like MS Project or Primavera. Additionally, hands-on experience with RFIs, change orders, and punch-list management enhances a project engineer's value in the Southern California market.
While the project engineer focuses on supporting project execution, scheduling, and coordination, a senior project engineer typically oversees broader project management responsibilities, including leadership in preconstruction and higher-level financial decisions within Balfour Beatty's framework.
Balfour Beatty fosters career advancement through mentorship and leadership development programs, allowing project engineers to progress toward senior project engineer or project manager roles, especially by gaining expertise in interior projects and mastering contract documentation.
Project engineers in this region, particularly at Balfour Beatty, can expect an annual salary between $78,000 and $90,000. This range aligns with local market standards and reflects the company’s competitive compensation paired with comprehensive benefits.
Project engineers are integral to enforcing safety protocols, ensuring all construction activities adhere to zero harm principles. This involves proactive risk assessments, promoting employee safety training, and coordinating with teams to maintain a safe work environment on every project.
Entry-level project engineers benefit from hands-on experience with project financials, scheduling, and client relations, backed by Balfour Beatty’s tuition assistance and referral programs. This support system accelerates skill development within a nationally recognized construction leader.
Escondido residents typically face commutes ranging from 30 to 45 minutes to San Diego project sites, depending on traffic. This manageable distance allows project engineers to balance work commitments with living in a more suburban environment.
Candidates need strong capabilities with PCs and Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel and Outlook, to manage project documentation effectively. Familiarity with digital communication platforms and submittal tracking systems is also essential to streamline project workflows.
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