Senior Project Engineer Job at Arena Family of Companies, Palo Alto, CA

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  • Arena Family of Companies
  • Palo Alto, CA

Job Description

Position: Senior Project Engineer

Location: Bay Area, CA

Compensation: $100,000 to $125,000 annually

100% paid for benefits for self, 50% dependents.

Career Path: Accelerated track to Project Manager

Industry: Healthcare (HCAI), Education (DSA), Commercial Construction

Company Overview:

We are a $250M general contractor with a strong reputation across California for delivering high-quality, compliance-driven healthcare and education construction projects. With deep expertise in HCAI and DSA-regulated environments, we’re known for maintaining long-term client relationships, a team-first culture, and a commitment to developing our future leaders from within.

Position Summary:

We’re seeking a Senior Project Engineer with a strong foundation in commercial construction and a passion for learning complex, regulated project environments. This role is ideal for someone looking to grow into a Project Manager role quickly, while gaining firsthand experience managing field coordination, submittals, RFIs, and compliance documentation on high-profile public and institutional projects.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support the Project Manager and Superintendent in planning and executing HCAI and DSA-regulated construction projects
  • Manage submittals, RFIs, meeting minutes, and field documentation
  • Coordinate with subcontractors, architects, and consultants to ensure compliance with project specs and regulations
  • Track schedules, procurement logs, and budgets to support project delivery timelines
  • Participate in preconstruction planning, job walks, and field coordination meetings
  • Ensure document control and reporting procedures are followed across all project phases
  • Assist in creating and updating project schedules and look-aheads
  • Help manage safety documentation and ensure site safety compliance
  • Proactively identify project risks or issues and communicate solutions to the team

Qualifications:

  • 2 to 6 years of experience in commercial construction, preferably with exposure to healthcare (HCAI) or school (DSA) projects
  • Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field preferred
  • Working knowledge of construction software such as Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project, and Excel
  • Excellent organizational and communication skills
  • Eagerness to grow into a leadership role and take on increased responsibility
  • Strong attention to detail, with the ability to multitask across multiple project priorities

What We Offer:

  • Competitive base salary between $100,000 and $125,000
  • Fast-track career advancement into a Project Manager role
  • High-visibility projects in healthcare, education, and civic sectors
  • Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off
  • A collaborative culture with direct access to company leadership
  • Mentorship from experienced Project Managers and Executives

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