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Senior Project Engineer

The Palmer Group

The Senior Project Engineer role offers a dynamic opportunity to lead and support the estimating, scope development, and project planning processes for impactful commercial construction projects. The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with preconstruction and project management teams to produce accurate cost estimates, manage subcontractor relationships, and develop schedules that ensure project success. This position requires a strong understanding of construction methods, excellent communication skills, and proficiency in estimating tools and systems, with a bonus for prior field experience and familiarity with advanced software. Whether you are a recent graduate or have several years of industry experience, this role provides a platform for growth within a reputable company that values innovation, teamwork, and building spaces where communities thrive. Apply now!

Work Model:

  • On-Site
What You Will Do:
  • Collaborate with preconstruction teams and project managers to develop comprehensive and accurate conceptual and detailed cost estimates, ensuring alignment with project scope and client expectations
  • Perform precise quantity take-offs of all construction systems by thoroughly reviewing project plans, specifications, and drawings to support estimation and budgeting processes
  • Create, review, and refine project estimates both individually and as part of a team, maintaining detailed records of assumptions, calculations, and cost data for future reference
  • Solicit and evaluate subcontractor pricing for bidding, budgeting, and bid proposals; negotiate and recommend subcontractor selections based on value, scope, and experience
  • Scope and select subcontractors, ensuring compliance with project requirements and maximizing value for the project
  • Document final estimates, update cost databases, and maintain a comprehensive history of project costs to support future estimating and project tracking
  • Develop and manage project scope documents, verifying alignment with design intent and project objectives throughout the preconstruction and construction phases
  • Participate in and review buyout and Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) estimates to ensure competitive and accurate budgeting
  • Assist project management teams in creating and maintaining detailed preconstruction schedules, coordinating with field personnel and other stakeholders to ensure timely project milestones
What You Will Need to Be Successful:
  • Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a related engineering discipline
  • Strong understanding of construction methods, building types, and procurement processes
  • Proficiency in reading and interpreting detailed project plans
  • Skilled in performing precise quantity take-offs and data analysis
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Construction field or office experience
  • Exposure to platforms like Destini Estimating, OST, Bluebeam, BuildingConnected, JOIN, VICO, Navisworks, and Revit
Benefits Overview:
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • PTO
  • Bonus

Interested and qualified candidates can contact John Kubrak at View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io.
Vacancy posted 1 day ago
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