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UNICO Engineering

Construction Engineer

Chico, CA

$83K - $135K/yr

... Engineering plus two (2) years of relevant construction experience, OR Eight (8) years of relevant ... Construction Engineering experience Competitive Salary and generous benefits including health ...

UNICO Engineering

Construction Engineer

Folsom, CA · On-site

$83K - $135K/yr

UNICO Engineering provides high-quality Construction Management, Land Surveying, and Systems Integration services to public and private clients. With a spirit of cooperation and partnership, UNICO ...

UNICO Engineering

Construction Engineer

Concord, CA

$83K - $135K/yr

UNICO Engineering provides high-quality Construction Management, Land Surveying, and Systems Integration services to public and private clients. With a spirit of cooperation and partnership, UNICO ...

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Community Construction Engineer

Visalia, CA · On-site

$60K - $85K/yr

... civil engineering firm serving California's cities -- and only its cities. Since 2017, from our ... The Role As a Community Construction Engineer, you'll be the on-the-ground link between design and ...

UNICO Engineering

Senior Construction Engineer

Folsom, CA · On-site

$124K - $166K/yr

UNICO Engineering provides high-quality Construction Management, Land Surveying, and Systems Integration services to public and private clients. With a spirit of cooperation and partnership, UNICO ...

UNICO Engineering

Senior Construction Engineer

Chico, CA · On-site

$124K - $166K/yr

UNICO Engineering provides high-quality Construction Management, Land Surveying, and Systems Integration services to public and private clients. With a spirit of cooperation and partnership, UNICO ...

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How much do construction engineering jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for construction engineering in California is $87,403.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $71,100.00 and $102,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is construction engineering?

Construction engineering is a field that combines civil engineering principles with construction management practices to plan, design, and oversee building projects such as roads, bridges, and commercial structures. Construction engineers are responsible for ensuring that projects meet technical specifications, stay within budget, and are completed on time. They work closely with architects, contractors, and clients to ensure safety, quality, and compliance with regulations throughout the construction process.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a construction engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Construction Engineer, you need a solid background in civil engineering principles, project management, and site safety, usually supported by a relevant engineering degree and professional licensure (such as a PE). Familiarity with AutoCAD, project management software (like Primavera or MS Project), and construction codes are typically required. Strong problem-solving abilities, leadership, and communication skills help you coordinate teams and address project challenges effectively. These skills ensure that projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget while maintaining quality standards.

What are some common challenges faced by construction engineers during large-scale projects?

Construction engineers often encounter challenges such as coordinating multiple subcontractors, managing tight project timelines, and responding to unexpected site conditions or weather delays. Effective communication and adaptability are crucial, as engineers must frequently collaborate with architects, project managers, and labor teams to resolve on-site issues. Staying updated on safety regulations and ensuring quality control are also vital aspects of the role, requiring strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

What is the difference between Construction Engineering vs Civil Engineering?

AspectConstruction EngineeringCivil Engineering
Required CredentialsBachelor's in Construction Engineering or related field, possibly PE licenseBachelor's in Civil Engineering, often with PE license
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, project management, on-site supervisionDesign offices, laboratories, some fieldwork
Industry UsageFocuses on construction processes, project executionDesign, analysis, and planning of infrastructure

Construction Engineering and Civil Engineering share foundational knowledge and often overlap, but Construction Engineering emphasizes project management, construction methods, and on-site supervision, while Civil Engineering focuses on designing infrastructure and structural systems. Both roles require similar credentials and are integral to infrastructure projects, but their daily tasks and focus areas differ.

What are the most commonly searched types of Construction Engineering jobs in California? The most popular types of Construction Engineering jobs in California are:
What cities in California are hiring for Construction Engineering jobs? Cities in California with the most Construction Engineering job openings:
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Infographic showing various Construction Engineering job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 79% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 2% Temporary, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 87% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $87,403 per year, or $42 per hour.

Senior Engineer - Construction Engineering

Walter P Moore

San Francisco, CA • Hybrid

$123K - $169K/yr

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Re-posted 12 days ago

Job description

Responsibilities

Walter P Moore has an immediate opening for a Senior Engineer to join our dynamic Construction Engineering team.  The qualified candidate will have at least 6+ years' relevant experience working in the areas of steel design, steel connection design and erection sequencing analysis.

The qualified candidate should possess a high energy level and be a self-motivated senior engineer who can work within a strong team environment, serving clients on major projects throughout the United States and internationally.  Technical specialization, proactivity and aggressiveness when meeting client and project needs, are pluses.

Clients will include architects, developers, institutions, and contractors.  In addition to all the skills listed above, the qualified candidate should possess a strong "can-do" customer service attitude. 

Qualifications
  • 6-9 years' experience in steel design, steel connection design and erection sequencing analysis
  • Demonstrated career growth that includes supervision of junior staff
  • Master's in Civil Engineering with emphasis in Structural strongly preferred
  • E. license within your residing state, or ability to obtain licensure within 6 months
  • Experience with Tekla and Building Information Modeling (BIM) a plus
  • SAP 2000 modeling experience required
  • Candidates must be proactive, have strong organizational skill, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and be client-service oriented

Hybrid Firm Position:

Walter P Moore is a Hybrid firm, offering a unique opportunity to have the best of in-office and work from home environments. Hybrid firm work schedules are determined on a team-level, and allows us to offer more flexibility and work-life integration to our employees.

Pay Transparency Disclosure Statement:

This position has an annual salary range as stated below and is, in good faith, an estimate. The actual offered salary will be dependent on the candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, geographic location, industry experience and internal equity. Walter P Moore reserves the right to offer more or less than the posted range based on the criteria previously stated and will do so in a manner that does not discriminate against a candidate's protected status per local, state and federal law.

$101K - $120K in Denver

$106K - $126K in Chicago & San Diego

$110K - $132K in DC, LA & Seattle

$116K - $138K in NYC

$121K - $144K in San Francisco

Walter P Moore is an equal employment opportunity employer, and provides equal employment opportunities (including offering competitive compensation and benefit packages) to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to any characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Overview

Walter P Moore is an international company of engineers, architects, innovators, and creative people who solve some of the world's most complex structural and infrastructure challenges. Providing structural, diagnostics, civil, traffic, parking, transportation, enclosure, WPM technology and construction engineering services, we design solutions that are cost- and resource-efficient, forward-thinking, and help support and shape communities worldwide. Founded in 1931 and headquartered in Houston, Texas, our 1000+ professionals work across 27 U.S. offices and 9 international locations.

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