Project Engineer Palm Springs Coachcella Valley
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Job Location:
Palm Springs, CA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Project Engineer Palm Springs / Coachella Valley
R.D. Olson Construction Commercial General Contractor
Hospitality Multifamily Construction
Location: Palm Springs / Coachella Valley CA (Local Candidates Only)
This isnt just another construction job. Its your launchpad right here in the desert.
At R.D. Olson Construction were delivering signature hospitality and multifamily projects throughout the Palm Springs and Coachella Valley region and developing the next generation of construction leaders at the same time.
This Project Engineer role is designed for earlycareer professionals (03 years of experience) who want handson experience with a commercial General Contractor and a clear structured path into project management.
If you live locally want to stay local and are ready to build a real construction career this role was built for you.
Why This Role Matters
As a Project Engineer youll be embedded directly on active construction sites supporting $20M$40M hospitality and multifamily projects. Youll be a key part of the project team not observing from the sidelines.
Your work will include:
- Managing and tracking RFIs and submittals
- Coordinating with subcontractors vendors and consultants
- Supporting procurement and material deliveries
- Assisting with meeting coordination and project documentation
- Learning how projects are built from preconstruction through closeout
This is a hands-on field-connected role with a steep learning curve and real responsibility.
It is also the first step on our Project Manager Career Ladder.
Why Top Performers Choose R.D. Olson
Youll grow fast
From day one youre part of our Project Manager Career Path supported by RD Olson University mentorship from experienced leaders and increasing responsibility based on performance.
Youll work on meaningful local projects
Hotels and multifamily developments that shape the Palm Springs and Coachella Valley communities.
Youll be part of a real team
This isnt a paper-only role. Youll walk job sites solve real problems and see your work come to life every day.
What You Bring
Required
- 03 years of experience working for a commercial General Contractor
- Degree in Construction Management Engineering or related field or equivalent field experience
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Must currently live in the Palm Springs / Coachella Valley area
(This is a local position no relocation or longdistance commuting)
Strong Plus / Preferred
- Hands-on experience with RFIs and submittals
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints drawings and plan documents
- Exposure to hospitality multifamily or commercial construction
- Internship or early-career experience with a GC
Your First Year Youll:
- Take ownership of RFIs and submittals with increasing independence
- Support active construction on $20M$40M projects
- Build strong working relationships with superintendents subcontractors and project managers
- Develop the foundation needed to step into an Assistant PM / Project Manager role
- Learn how technology process improvement and AI are changing construction delivery
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary: $65000 $96000 plus construction bonus
- 100% employerpaid associate health insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off
- Volunteer opportunities
- Long-term career development with a company that promotes from within
Lets Build Whats Next Locally
If youre early in your career live in the Palm Springs / Desert area and want to grow with a respected commercial General Contractor we want to talk.
Apply here:
Required Experience:
Junior IC
Key Skills
- Primavera
- Microstation
- Bluebeam
- Construction Estimating
- Construction Experience
- ProCore
- Mechanical Engineering
- Project Engineering
- Project Management
- Autocad
- Project Management Software
- Microsoft Project
About Company
Discover R.D. Olson, a boutique builder in California, known for quality, collaboration, and lasting partnerships in hospitality, multifamily, and more.
