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Dowbuilt

Builds custom homes for private clients

Senior Digital Construction Project Engineer

Full-TimePosted on 10/26/2026
$118k - $150k/yr
Senior
Bachelor's
San Francisco, CA, USA
In PersonOccasional project visits; travel is less than 5%.
Architecture & Civil EngineeringConstruction Management

About the job

Requirements
  • At least 5 years of experience in residential design and/or construction.
  • At least 2 years of experience delegating tasks to a team.
  • At least 5 years of professional Revit experience.
  • At least 2 years of Rhino experience.
  • At least 1 year of experience with Grasshopper, Dynamo, or Python scripting languages and processes.
  • Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Suite.
  • Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings and specifications.
  • Ability to manage project teams and delegate tasks efficiently.
  • Ability to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol screen.
  • U.S. work authorization is required.
Responsibilities
  • Attend meetings punctually, contribute meaningfully, and communicate strategic directives or issue resolutions proactively to Digital Construction management and project teams.
  • Establish and manage Digital Construction scope, schedules, cost expectations, staffing projections, billing rates, risk mitigation, quality control, and ongoing support to deliver scope successfully.
  • Manage the performance and development of Digital Construction team members on assigned projects through regular check-ins, learning and development, task delegation, and quality control.
  • Review and apply project documentation, and coordinate, model, and produce deliverables in line with Digital Construction best practices and management expectations while partnering and communicating proactively with project teams.
  • Provide on-site coordination using advanced tools and BIM applications, ensuring alignment with Digital Construction systems and quality standards.
  • Participate in bi-weekly business development meetings for assigned regions, manage marketing assets, and address inquiries with solution-driven approaches, consulting with the Digital Construction Manager before submissions.
  • Maintain the Digital Construction team culture as a place for learning, innovation, diversity of ideas, and merit-based advancement.
  • Lead the development, testing, and implementation of research and development objectives.
  • Maintain accurate projections, time coding, and other administrative Digital Construction systems for self and team members.
  • Lead assignment, tracking, and implementation of training for new and existing assigned Digital Construction team members, including systems onboarding and continued training development.
  • Travel occasionally to visit company projects and teams, less than 5% of the time.
  • Review and develop the referenced document annually or as needed.
Desired Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Architecture.
  • Knowledge of Faro 3D scanning, Faro as-built software, and point-cloud handling.
  • Smartsheet proficiency.

About the company

Dowbuilt builds custom, high-end homes for private clients across the United States, working with architects to turn individually designed residences into finished buildings. Its projects range from city residences to homes on island and mountain sites, with construction tailored to each design rather than a standard house plan. The company works with homeowners and design partners throughout construction, and also undertakes improvements to existing residences through a dedicated special projects team. Clients hire Dowbuilt for residential construction and project delivery, including on-site supervision and coordination of specialist trades. Founded in 1980, Dowbuilt is headquartered in Seattle, Washington.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Seattle, WA

Founded

1980

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What believers are saying

  • Dowbuilt interns explore specialist work: learning covers digital construction, estimating and safety, according to location and interests.
  • Dowbuilt supports field employees' equipment costs: its careers page specifies tool stipends.
  • Dowbuilt has work beyond building commissions: tailored maintenance plans include recurring seasonal care for residences.

What critics are saying

  • Dowbuilt's Hanalei pay range needs context: new finish carpenters typically start below the advertised $50-$60 hourly range's midpoint.
  • Dowbuilt's San Francisco foremen must secure work proactively: they flag scheduling gaps and contact superintendents for assignments.
  • Dowbuilt summer internships require full-time availability: eight-hour weekdays run from early June through early August.

What makes Dowbuilt unique

  • Dowbuilt controls custom interiors: its own woodshop fabricates cabinetry, architectural woodwork and furniture for company projects.
  • Dowbuilt brings digital specialists in-house: construction engineers use laser scanning, drones and robotic tools to plan and lay out sites.
  • Dowbuilt follows clients beyond construction: concierge teams prepare vacation homes for arrivals and secure them after departures.

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