Project Engineer
Stronghold Engineering
San Jose, CA · Posted October 23, 2026
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About the job
Project Engineer – Air Traffic Control Tower Construction
San Jose, CA | Full-Time | $110,000 – $120,000 per year
About the Role
We’re seeking an organized, hands-on Project Engineer to support construction of an air traffic control tower in San Jose. Working closely with the Senior Project Manager, Project Manager, and Superintendent, you’ll help keep procurement, submittals, change orders, subcontractor coordination, project documentation, and schedules on track. This role is a good fit for a construction professional with at least four years of industry experience who communicates effectively, pays close attention to detail, and can manage conflicting priorities.
Responsibilities
Assist the Superintendent with preparing and maintaining three-week look-ahead schedules.
Support Project Managers with change orders and project reports.
Assemble and prepare Stronghold submittals for applicable scopes of work.
Coordinate subcontractor submittals, RFIs, and responses with the project team.
Maintain organized, complete submittal files.
Assist with on site inspections and job site reviews.
Review contract specifications, drawings, and scope requirements before and throughout construction.
Process as-built updates as needed.
Update the RFI and subcontractor logs weekly.
Assist with permit applications and coordinate required inspections with government agencies.
Prepare for and attend weekly project meetings; record and distribute meeting minutes.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
At least four years of construction industry experience.
Strong organizational, communication, and follow-through skills.
Excellent computer skills and proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook and MS project. Ability to adapt to new technology.
Ability to review and work with construction drawings, specifications, and scope documents.
Comfortable coordinating with project managers, superintendents, subcontractors, and other project team members.
Strong documentation and schedule-tracking skills.
Compensation $110,000–$120,000 per year, based on qualifications and experience.
Stronghold Engineering, Inc is equal employment opportunity employer and abides by all affirmative action requirements promulgated by any governmental authority, including without limitation, the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a); 60-741.5(a); the Civil Rights Action of 1964; and EO 10925, 11114, 11478 and EO 11246; the California Fair Employment Practices Act; the American with Disabilities Act of 1991; the Family Medical Leave Act of 1993; and any subsequent amendments to these requirements. These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.