Project Engineer, Development

What You'll Do Play a critical role on the Development Team supporting 6 or more ground-up development projects at different stages of the project lifecycle. Support project planning and scheduling (initial timelines, revision tracking, resource allocation). Manage RFIs, submittals; support change orders, pay applications, and construction documentation systems. Manage permit submittals, ensuring completeness and accuracy with the posted AHJ

requirements and address comments during revisions or resubmissions. Track budgets and costs, assist in preparing monthly budget reports and forecasts. Coordinate with subcontractors, vendors, suppliers, developers, city/inspection authorities and stakeholders on safety, permits, inspections, and project logistics. Provide onsite support: monitor quality control, safety compliance, field coordination, and assist superintendents with installation schedules. Document meeting minutes, generate daily and weekly reports, maintain logs (RFIs, submittals, change orders, correspondence). Assist procurement coordination, material tracking and logistical coordination specific to modular home assemblies. Manage quality documentation and progress photo/video capture to ensure that all work is documented for future reference. Prepare as-built, close-out

requirements, and compile Homeowner handover materials setting Samara up for an efficient project completion. Think critically about process implementation and documentation to establish the road map for future hires in this role. What We’re Looking For 2-4 years experience as a Project Engineer or field/assistant engineer at a residential or multi‑family GC, preferably in California Experience with modular or steel-framed residential projects strongly preferred (apartment, podium, single-family) Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or related field (or equivalent experience) Familiar with software tools like Autodesk Construction Cloud, Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project, Excel, Openspace, or similar platforms Strong technical ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and contract documents Excellent organization, communication, proactive problem-solving skills, and attention to detail Valid California driver’s license; flexibility for occasional site and jurisdiction meetings Nice-to-Haves Understanding of modular workflows (transport, delivery schedules, off-site coordination) Familiarity with permitting for modular systems and related jurisdictional interfaces OSHA certifications EIT/FE or progressing toward PE licensure (not required) What We Offer Salary range of $85-115K and performance-based bonuses. Hybrid work schedule with 3 days each week in our Redwood City office. Snacks and Lunch on in-office days Early stage employee equity. Exceptional health, dental, and vision insurance. 401k eligibility after 6 months. Flexible PTO policy. If you're excited to support Samara ’s mission and have the skills to match, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and a brief letter of introduction to our team. Let’s build something extraordinary—together. Apply via LinkedIn Samara News Insights Jobs Showrooms For Developers Backyard Models Design yours How it works Financing FAQ Local guides Social Instagram YouTube LinkedIn Have questions? Contact us Get updates Drop us your email to learn what’s next. You've subscribed to Samara updates. Something went wrong. Click here to subscribe via email. © 2026 Samara Living Inc. “Net zero” may change for build sites with significant shading. Privacy policy Terms of service

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