Project Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary:

The Project Engineer plays a critical role in the successful execution and delivery of construction projects by bridging the gap between design, engineering, and field operations. This position is responsible for ensuring that all engineering aspects of a project are accurately developed, coordinated, and implemented according to project specifications and timelines. The Project Engineer will oversee the preparation and review of detailed shop drawings, cost estimations, and change orders to maintain project budgets and schedules. Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, including architects, contractors, and clients, is essential to resolve technical issues and optimize project outcomes. Ultimately, the Project Engineer ensures that projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards within the construction industry in the United States.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, review, and coordinate detailed engineering designs and shop drawings to ensure compliance with project requirements and industry standards.
• Prepare and manage cost estimations and budgets, including tracking and processing change orders to control project financials.
• Collaborate closely with project managers, contractors, and subcontractors to facilitate effective communication and resolve technical challenges.
• Utilize project management tools such as Microsoft Project to monitor project schedules, milestones, and deliverables.
• Conduct site visits and inspections to verify that engineering designs are implemented correctly and to address any on-site issues promptly.

Qualifications (minimum): 

• Proficiency in understanding plans and specifications documents and the ability to create and interpret detailed shop drawings.
• Strong knowledge of project coordination, cost estimation, and change order management.
• Familiarity with project scheduling software such as Microsoft Project.

  Skills

• Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, shop drawings, and technical documents. 
• Strong project engineering and project coordination skills. 
• Experience with cost estimating, budgeting, and change order management. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project and other project management software. 
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities. 
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting project deadlines. 
• Knowledge of Building Information Modeling (BIM) and construction technologies preferred. 
• Strong communication, collaboration, and leadership skills.

  Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (preferably Mechanical), Construction Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience in project engineering within the construction industry.

  Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods while performing computer-based work. 
• Ability to use standard office equipment, including computers, printers, and telephones. 

• Ability to occasionally lift and carry office materials weighing up to 20 pounds.