Summary
Our client is an established commercial general contractor seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Project Engineer to support the planning, coordination, and successful execution of commercial construction projects. This position offers an excellent opportunity for a construction professional looking to develop their project management expertise while working alongside experienced construction professionals.
The successful candidate will collaborate closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, subcontractors, architects, engineers, and other project stakeholders to ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with established quality standards. This individual will play an important role in day-to-day project operations, including project documentation, RFIs, submittals, procurement, scheduling, quality control, cost tracking, and project closeout.
The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational and communication skills, the ability to interpret construction drawings and specifications, and a proactive approach to resolving project challenges. This position requires an individual who can manage multiple priorities, maintain accurate project records, and contribute to efficient coordination between office and field operations.
This is a full-time position involving work in both office and active construction environments. Travel to project sites is required as needed , and occasional extended hours, evenings, or weekends may be necessary depending on project requirements. Travel or relocation to different project locations may be required based on project assignments.
Duties & Responsibilities
Project Coordination & Management
Assist Project Managers and Superintendents with the planning, coordination, and execution of commercial construction projects.
Support project startup activities, including coordinating jobsite signage, equipment, materials, supplies, and logistical requirements.
Review construction drawings, specifications, contracts, and subcontractor scopes of work to understand project requirements.
Assist with project scheduling, construction planning, progress tracking, and coordination of subcontractor activities.
Participate in preconstruction meetings, subcontractor coordination meetings, and Owner/Architect/Contractor (OAC) meetings .
Prepare, distribute, and maintain meeting minutes, action items, and project correspondence.
Communicate with project stakeholders to identify and resolve construction-related issues.
Support daily project operations to maintain established schedules, budgets, and quality expectations.
RFIs, Submittals & Document Control
Prepare, track, and manage Requests for Information (RFIs) and Requests for Clarification (RFCs) .
Coordinate with architects, engineers, subcontractors, and project teams to resolve design questions and construction issues.
Manage the submittal process, including preparation, review, tracking, distribution, and approval of project submittals.
Review contract documents and specifications to identify required submittals and project deliverables.
Maintain accurate RFI logs, submittal logs, construction drawings, specifications, and other project documentation.
Coordinate distribution of updated drawings, design revisions, Architect’s Supplemental Instructions (ASIs) , and related construction documents.
Maintain organized electronic project files, progress photographs, correspondence, and project records.
Assist with documenting design changes and obtaining subcontractor pricing for potential change orders.
Procurement & Scheduling
Assist with material procurement, including tracking submittal approvals, material lead times, and delivery schedules.
Develop and maintain procurement logs to support project schedules and construction milestones.
Coordinate with vendors, suppliers, subcontractors, and internal project teams to ensure timely delivery of materials and equipment.
Identify potential procurement…