Project Engineer

Compensation $60,000.00 - $85,000.00/year Job Description Project Engineer – Support Large-Scale Commercial, Industrial, and Federal Builds Job Overview Company: CNA Contractor. Salary/Pay Rate: $60,000 - $85,000 per year (based on experience) plus Performance Bonus. Job/Employment Type: Full-Time. Schedule: Monday - Friday. Project Scope: General Construction (Commercial, Industrial, Government or Federal) Mandatory Licenses & Certifications: None Required. The Opportunity You will act as the vital link between clients, architects, and subcontractors, ensuring complex projects proceed smoothly from bid to completion. This role offers a unique mentorship path directly under the President, designed to develop you into a master builder and future Project Manager. You will have the opportunity to work on diverse commercial and federal projects while mastering the "CNA Way" of construction excellence. How You Will Make an Impact Coordinate real-time field resolutions by collaborating with Superintendents and architects to process RFIs. Manage the submittal lifecycle from pre-bid review to material delivery to ensure strict adherence to project specifications. Direct essential construction meetings and distribute comprehensive minutes to maintain team alignment and project transparency. Execute detailed task tracking and morning priority reviews to focus the team on the critical path and project milestones. Evaluate subcontractor pricing and proposals for change events to maintain budget integrity and project profitability. Facilitate seamless field operations by providing subcontractors with necessary drawings, BIM models, and 6-week look-ahead schedules. Support the estimating team by assembling bid packages and identifying key inclusions, exclusions, and clarifications for owners. Required Qualifications & Experience Proven eagerness to learn and a strong desire to master the technical and business aspects of construction. Humble, servant‑hearted approach to leadership with a focus on team‑oriented success. Ability to combine technical engineering knowledge with business management skills. Willingness to be coachable and adapt to established company standards and workflows. Strong organizational skills with an obsession for closing out tasks and maintaining accurate documentation. Preferred Qualifications & Experience Experience or familiarity with Procore, BIM models, CAD, Primavera P6 and Microsoft Office applications. Demonstrated ability to interpret architectural drawings, specifications, and project schedules. Previous exposure to commercial, industrial, or government construction environments. Technical training or an educational background in Engineering or Construction Management. Benefits Competitive annual salary with performance-based bonus opportunities. Comprehensive paid time off. Dedicated mentorship and career development path toward Project Management. Retirement savings program to support your long-term financial health. Bi-weekly pay cycle and wellness reimbursements/stipends. Apprenticeship and professional training programs to develop Master Builders. Regular company events and a supportive, family-oriented culture. About Us CNA Contractor brings over 27 years of industry expertise, operating with a unique perspective that prioritizes the owner's vision. We are a team of builders who value integrity, professional growth, and personal accountability. Our mission is to foster a supportive environment where the next generation of construction leaders is mentored for long-term success. CNA Contractor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender expression, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or any other status protected by law or regulations. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job‑related factors. #J-18808-Ljbffr Pho Prime, LLC