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California Project Engineer Intern
Balfour Beatty
Location : Oceanside, CA, 92054
Job Type : Intern
Salary : $22.00 - $29.00 an hour
Date Posted : 2 December 2025
Balfour Beatty
California Project Engineer Intern - Summer 2026
Summary
At Balfour Beatty in California, we are seeking construction interns. We are looking for candidates who are interested in a hands-on internship experience with a commercial construction company. If you have a passion for what you do, a strong drive to achieve results, the ability to solve problems creatively, and a dedication to client service and relationship management, we invite you to join us.
Salary Range
$22.00 - $29.00 an hour
Essential Functions
- Learn about managing the project budget by controlling expenditures, coordinating owner and subcontractor billings, identifying work not covered by subcontractor, and ensuring successful office support related to overall cost and schedule.
- Learn about Safety and Quality Control programs and how to coordinate actions to address problems.
- Learn about company procedures, the correspondence process and handling, etc.
- Learn how to review and process submittal data and shop drawings.
- Understand how to coordinate submittals, deliveries, etc. that affect the project schedule with the Superintendent.
- Monitor/review weekly and monthly status reports and weekly subcontractor meeting minutes, change orders, etc. to understand process.
- Understand change documents and change proposal requests for price review.
- May join other team members at meetings with architect and owner representatives to understand information required by owner, necessary progress reports and summaries, and how action plans from owner/architect meetings address all outstanding issues related to the project.
- Learn how changes, clarifications, directives, RFIs, etc. are updated on “as-built” plans and coordinated with company supervision and subcontractors/suppliers.
- Learn how to maintain RFI logs and change request log.
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in a Construction Management , Engineering, or related education program
- Prior internships or work experience helpful but not required.
- Able to develop new skills and knowledge quickly.
- Able to work 40 hours a week for the duration of the 12-week program
- Able to learn software systems including but not limited to Microsoft Office suite, Procore, Bluebeam.
- Participate in training, seminars, task team meetings, etc.
- Demonstrate expanding knowledge of construction details about miscellaneous metals, casework, doors, specialties, radiation protection, etc.
- Possess good self-organizational and management skills, and strong verbal and written communication skills.
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.
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Phone: (214) 468-4700
Email:BBTalent@balfourbeattyus.com
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Freqently Asked Questions
Focusing on budget management, schedule coordination, and familiarity with software like Procore and Bluebeam can set you apart. Enhancing your understanding of construction details such as miscellaneous metals and casework is also crucial for hands-on learning in California’s competitive construction internships.
This role offers real-world exposure to managing project budgets, coordinating with subcontractors, and engaging in client communications, giving you a strong foundation for career advancement in project engineering within California's dynamic construction sector.
Daily tasks often include reviewing submittals, tracking change orders, attending team meetings, and supporting quality control and safety programs. Interns gain insights into how project schedules and budgets are coordinated on-site, offering a comprehensive learning experience.
Balfour Beatty emphasizes hands-on learning paired with innovative safety practices like zero harm®. Their internships integrate real project involvement with mentorship, fostering both technical skills and a culture of continuous improvement in construction management.
At Balfour Beatty’s Oceanside site, you’ll experience a blend of heavy civil and vertical construction projects with a focus on lean processes and safety innovation, distinguishing it from other internships through a strong commitment to client-focused project delivery.
Interns in this role can anticipate earning between $22.00 and $29.00 per hour, reflecting competitive compensation for construction internships in California, especially within a leading company like Balfour Beatty.
Certifications like OSHA 10 or 30-hour safety training are highly regarded locally, as is proficiency in construction management software such as Procore. These credentials demonstrate readiness for rigorous project environments common in Oceanside’s construction market.
Given California's robust construction industry growth, especially near Oceanside, competition is moderately high. Candidates with strong organizational skills, software knowledge, and a willingness to work full-time during summer tend to stand out.
Employers value quick adaptability to new software, strong communication abilities, and a proactive approach to learning construction details. Prior internships help but aren’t mandatory, making enthusiasm and problem-solving aptitude key factors.
Hands-on exposure is vital since the role involves real-time project budget control, coordination with subcontractors, and participation in safety and quality assurance processes. This practical learning is often what distinguishes successful interns.
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