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OHLA USA

Builds civil infrastructure and buildings

Project Engineer

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/23/2026Deadline 7/8/27
$90k - $115k/yr+ 401(k) employer match
Senior
Bachelor's
San Diego, CA, USA
In PersonFull-time onsite at the field office in San Diego, CA.
Architecture & Civil EngineeringConstruction Management

About the job

Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field is required.
  • Heavy civil construction background with at least five years of field experience is required.
  • A driver's license and clean driving record are required.
  • A 30-hour Cal OSHA certificate is required.
  • The employee must be able to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environments.
Responsibilities
  • Provide technical engineering and project control support on heavy civil and transportation construction projects.
  • Work closely with the Project Manager and Construction Manager to implement policies and procedures required for project success.
  • Maintain knowledge of contract specifications, documents, scope of work, subcontracts, and purchase orders.
  • Assist in developing project status reports and profit projections.
  • Work with Project Managers, Superintendents, Foremen, and crews on project deliverables.
  • Process and manage material deliveries, ensuring materials are inspected for quantity and quality and comply with contract documents.
  • Manage and negotiate subcontractor and material contracts.
  • Assist in developing and updating the project schedule.
  • Coordinate and schedule shop drawings and submittals.
  • Maintain complete and current records of submittals, approvals, and resubmittals, including transmittal letters and transaction dates.
  • Participate in the operations of the cost control system and analysis of construction costs.
  • Participate in monthly revenue forecasting and cost accruals.
  • Accumulate necessary data and prepare monthly pay estimates.
  • Process and estimate change orders and requests for information as directed by the Project Manager.
  • Follow OHL North America policies and procedures, including safety policies.
Desired Qualifications
  • Previous City of San Diego or Caltrans experience is a plus.
  • Previous underground pipe and wet utilities experience is strongly preferred.

About the company

OHLA USA builds and modernizes civil infrastructure and buildings for public agencies and private owners across the United States. Its work ranges from road and rail networks to water facilities, while its building business constructs and renovates hospitals, schools, and commercial spaces. Clients hire the group for preconstruction planning, construction management, general contracting, or a single contract covering design and construction. Its projects include Maryland's Purple Line light rail system and California's I-405 improvements. Founded in 2005, OHLA USA is headquartered in East Elmhurst, New York, and operates as the U.S. division of Madrid-based OHLA Group.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

East Elmhurst, NY

Founded

2005

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What believers are saying

  • Education support extends beyond degrees: OHLA USA's tuition reimbursement program includes continuing education toward certifications and licenses.
  • Lisle engineering interns have published pay: the Summer 2027 role lists $21-$24 hourly.
  • Site staff receive recurring safety instruction: regional plans feed weekly newsletters, toolbox talks, and intensive training classes.

What critics are saying

  • Florida interns cover their own lodging: the 2027 engineering and estimating program provides no housing.
  • Florida field placements involve physical exposure: internship terms cite frequent outdoor weather and usually loud construction environments.
  • Building contracts lock in pricing: OHLA USA's at-risk construction management work uses a fixed, negotiated price.

What makes OHLA USA unique

  • Specialist signals work stays within the group: OHLA Systems & Electric is a Judlau affiliate for transit installations.
  • Regional brands retain distinct roles: Community Asphalt represents Southeast Civil, while Judlau covers Northeast and Central heavy construction.
  • Northeast field engineering interns rotate within projects: placements span engineering, safety, superintendent, and quality assignments.

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