Senior Construction Project Engineer

About Hughes Marino

Hughes Marino is a nationally recognized, award-winning corporate real estate advisory firm that represents occupiers, never landlords. Our Construction Project Management practice serves as owner's representative and third-party PM for some of the most dynamic companies in the country. We guide clients through complex projects with independent, conflict-free expertise.

We are seeking a Senior Construction Project Engineer to join our San Diego team. This person will be embedded in a long-term engagement supporting a confidential, high-growth national client.

The Role

As Senior Project Engineer, you will work alongside Hughes Marino's senior project managers, who serve as owner's representative for this client. You will be a critical part of the project delivery team, supporting day-to-day execution of complex construction projects from the owner's side. This is a hands-on, high-visibility role with direct exposure to executive-level clients.

What You'll Own

• Support senior PMs with proposals, meeting minutes, contract creation, and client reporting documents
• Assist in creating and updating project budgets and schedules
• Manage document control, change order processing, monthly invoicing, TI allowance reimbursement, and project closeout
• Support multiple concurrent, complex construction projects day to day
• Work directly with Hughes Marino PMs, clients, and brokers as project requirements evolve

What We're Looking For

• 1-4 years of construction industry experience, preferably as a Project Engineer or Senior Project Engineer
• Tenant improvement experience required
• Hands-on experience with invoice processing, schedule and budget creation and updates, and meeting minutes required
• Solid understanding of the design, permitting, bidding, construction, and closeout process, with a natural inclination toward leadership
• Highly proficient in Bluebeam, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Project
• Sharp written and verbal communicator, comfortable working with senior stakeholders
• Self-directed and deadline-driven, able to juggle multiple tasks and shifting priorities
• Local candidates only: San Diego County

Compensation & Details

• Base salary: $80,000 - $110,000, depending on experience and qualifications
• Competitive benefits package and long-term career growth within Hughes Marino
• Combination of in-office and onsite project work, based out of our San Diego office
• Bachelor's degree required, preferably in Construction Management, Engineering, or Architecture

How to Apply

Apply through Hughes Marino's Careers page. You can also reach out confidentially to David Rubenstein, Recruiting Director, at david.rubenstein@hughesmarino.com or (619) 238-2111. Your identity will be kept 100% confidential throughout the process.

Hughes Marino is an equal opportunity employer.