Project Engineer Jobs in Oakland, 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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Director Of Engineering - Infrastructure Engineering San Francisco, Ca

  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 11 hours ago

Director of Engineering - InfrastructureRippling gives businesses one place to run HR, IT, and Finance.It brings together all of the workforce systems that are normally scattered across a company,...

Senior Project Engineer

  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 15 hours ago

This includes areas such as RFI's, submittals, contracts, change orders, purchasing, scheduling, and progress reports....

Entry-Level Structural Engineer

  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Both documents can be submitted through our application portal....

Simpson Gumpertz & Heger Do you want to help engineer whats next? Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) is a national engineering firm committed to delivering holistic advice for our clients most complex...

Senior Project Engineer

  • Bay Point, CA (22 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bay Point, CA (22 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 1 day ago

At Henkel, you'll be part of an organization that's shaping the future through innovation, sustainability and collaboration. With our trusted brands like Persil, 'all, Loctite, Snuggle, and...

Project Engineer Intern - Spring 26

  • Oakland, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Oakland, CA
  • 1 day ago

Our Project Engineer assists their Project Manager on projects and is the liaison between the field and the office....

Senior Field Engineer

  • Menlo Park, CA (22 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Menlo Park, CA (22 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 2 days ago

**REQUIREMENTS:** + Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management or four years' experience in the construction management field of work; + Minimum five (5) years of experience as an entry...

Field Engineer

  • Menlo Park, CA (22 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Menlo Park, CA (22 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 2 days ago

**REQUIREMENTS:** + Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management or four years' experience in the construction management field of work; + Minimum one (1) year of experience as an entry...

Project Engineer

  • Menlo Park, CA (22 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Menlo Park, CA (22 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 2 days ago

, scheduling, monitoring, and recording all activities which are part of the construction management of a project....

Senior Project Engineer

  • Menlo Park, CA (22 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Menlo Park, CA (22 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 2 days ago

, controlling, scheduling, monitoring, and recording all activities which are part of the construction management of a project....

Senior Structural Engineer - Climate Adaptation and Water Manageme

  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets. We are more than 36,000 people, in over 70 countries,...

Electrical Senior Project Engineer - Industrial

  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Electrical Senior Project Engineer - Industrial Overview Affiliated Engineers, Inc....

Field Engineer - Williamson College of the Trades

  • Pleasanton, CA (21 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Pleasanton, CA (21 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 3 days ago

The position is normally, but not necessarily preparatory to becoming an Office Engineer or Project Engineer....

Project Engineer

  • San Leandro, CA (5 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • San Leandro, CA (5 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Experience and Career Progression: Progression from Project Engineer I to Project Engineer II, III, or a Senior role is based on performance, experience, and demonstrated leadership potential....

Senior Project Engineer

  • Alameda, CA (3 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Alameda, CA (3 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 4 days ago

The Senior Project Engineer is an engineering professional who, working with little or no supervision, applies project management knowledge, engineering knowledge and ingenuity to complete medium size...

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Salary for Project Engineer Jobs in Oakland, CA

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Highest Education Level

Project Engineers in Oakland, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
46.5%
Master's Degree
25.3%
High School or GED
9.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
8.3%
Associate's Degree
7.3%
Doctorate Degree
2.0%
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 Oakland, 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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