Project Engineer Jobs in Costa Mesa, CA

A Project Engineer in the construction industry is responsible for overseeing, coordinating, and managing the technical aspects of a construction project. This includes reviewing designs and drawings, ensuring compliance with safety and building codes, preparing project schedules, and managing project resources. They work closely with Project Managers, Architects, and other Engineers to ensure successful project execution from conception to completion. They are also responsible for troubleshooting technical issues that arise during the construction process.

Important skills for a Project Engineer include strong technical knowledge in engineering and construction, excellent problem-solving abilities, and effective communication skills. They should be proficient in using project management and CAD software. Relevant certifications could include a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or Certified Construction Manager (CCM). Prior roles a person may have before becoming a Project Engineer include Field Engineer, Assistant Project Manager, or Design Engineer.

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Architectural Project Manager: Construction Administration

  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 5 hours ago

orders, pay application review and processing, RFI review and answers, submittal review and tracking, information management/document control, and project closeout....

Structural Engineer - Entry Level Design Engineer

  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 5 hours ago

Structural Engineer - Entry Level Design Engineer Full-time Sub-Discipline: Building Structures Discipline : Structural Engineering Company Description At KPFF Consulting Engineers, we are more...

Structural Engineer - Project Engineer 5-6 Years Experience

  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 5 hours ago

Structural Engineer - Project Engineer 5-6 Years Experience Full-time Sub-Discipline: Building Structures Discipline : Structural Engineering Company Description At KPFF Consulting Engineers, we are...

New Flight Test Project Engineer, Production Readiness Costa Mesa, California, United States Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities...

Structural Engineer

  • Buena Park, CA (12 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Buena Park, CA (12 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Full Time Structural Engineer Title: Structural Engineer, Project Engineer Location : Buena Park, CA Compensation : $80,000-$120,000 Skills : 3 years structural engineering experience, PE license, wood...

Project Engineer

  • Newport Beach, CA (7 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Newport Beach, CA (7 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 2 days ago

PROJECT ENGINEER / ASSISTANT PROJECT MANAGER (APM): Project Engineers & Assistant Project Managers (APM) assist the Project Manager and Project Superintendent in bidding, tracking down subcontractor...

Project Engineer - Systems

  • Lake Forest, CA (12 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lake Forest, CA (12 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Project Engineer - Systems AVL Mobility Technologies, Inc....

Project Engineer

  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Job Description: Project Engineer (Solventum) 3M Health Care is now Solventum At Solventum, we enable better, smarter, safer healthcare to improve lives....

Project Engineer - Major Projects

  • Carson, CA (22 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Carson, CA (22 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Project Engineer - Major Projects Job Summary Marathon Petroleum Corporations (MPC) Los Angeles Refinery (LAR) located in Carson, CA has an opening for a Senior Level Project Engineer in the Major Project...

Project Engineer

  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Project Engineer Location: Irvine, KA11 5AP Salary: Salary in line with required experience Job Type: Contract Posted about 19 hours ago Sector: Pharmaceuticals Contact: Simon Drent Contact Email: ....

Assistant Project Engineer Landfill Gas Project Engineering & Design (Hybrid/Remote)

  • Diamond Bar, CA (22 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Diamond Bar, CA (22 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Tetra Tech is currently seeking a full-time, entry-level project engineer to provide support for our Engineering Design team on the West Coast....

Remote Work

Assistant Project Engineer Landfill Gas Project Engineering & Design (Hybrid/Remote)

  • Diamond Bar, CA (22 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Diamond Bar, CA (22 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Tetra Tech is currently seeking a full-time, entry-level project engineer to provide support for our Engineering Design team on the West Coast....

Remote Work

Flight Test Project Engineer, Production Readiness

  • Costa Mesa, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA
  • 4 days ago

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business...

Civil Project Engineer

  • Tustin, CA (6 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Tustin, CA (6 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 4 days ago

and provide guidance on plan deliverables Collaborating with drafters, junior engineers, and project managers Participating in internal design reviews and QA/QC checks Preparing documentation for submittals...

Associate Project Engineer - LFG OM&M Compliance (On-Site)

  • Diamond Bar, CA (22 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Diamond Bar, CA (22 miles from Costa Mesa, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Tetra Tech is currently seeking an Associate Project Engineer / Landfill Gas Designer to join our Operations, Maintenance & Monitoring (OM&M) and Engineering Team in the Southern California Area (Diamond...

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Salary for Project Engineer Jobs in Costa Mesa, CA

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Highest Education Level

Project Engineers in Costa Mesa, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
46.4%
Master's Degree
25.7%
High School or GED
8.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
8.2%
Associate's Degree
7.3%
Doctorate Degree
2.1%
Some College
1.1%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Project Engineers in Costa Mesa, CA
2-4 years
37.5%
1-2 years
12.5%
Less than 1 year
12.5%
None
12.5%
4-6 years
8.3%
6-8 years
8.3%
10+ years
4.2%
8-10 years
4.2%


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