Project Engineer

Project Engineer Ideal Building Solutions, Norcross, Georgia, United States About Ideal Building Solutions Ideal Building Solutions is well‑known in the roofing industry for exceeding manufacturer standards and getting a project done right. We stand behind our work and are proud to offer the highest quality roofing available. At IDEAL, our purpose is to show up to work to Do Hard Things and Become a Better Version of ourselves. If you are looking for long‑term employment in a field where every day is different and the company invests in your growth, please consider applying with IDEAL Building Solutions. The Project Engineer supports the successful execution of roofing projects through detailed coordination, documentation management, and proactive communication. This role is integral to ensuring that project operations run efficiently by managing preconstruction deliverables, supporting procurement, and coordinating with internal and external stakeholders. This is a full‑time in‑office role Monday‑Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm with a one hour lunch. Candidates living farther than 40 miles or 1 ½ hours from the office will not be considered for the position. Salary: $55,000 – $65,000 Key Responsibilities Purchase Orders: create, maintain, and manage project‑specific purchase orders, ensuring accuracy, proper approval routing, and timely submission to vendors. Shop Drawings: communicate with the shop drawing team to schedule, review, correct, log, distribute, and track shop drawings; upload approved submittals into Salesforce. Project Audits: support internal project audits by providing up‑to‑date documentation, verifying cost entries and costing, and ensuring compliance with company standards. Requests for Information (RFIs): draft, submit, and track RFIs; coordinate responses among the design team, GC, and internal stakeholders during preconstruction. Change Orders: prepare and track change order requests and documentation, ensuring accurate pricing, backup, and timely submission during preconstruction. Preconstruction Activities: Participate in early planning processes, scope reviews, and logistical planning. Coordinate submittals, handoff meetings, the final “Crush” meeting, and support other preconstruction meetings. Friday Morning Meeting Management: organize and lead the weekly Friday morning coordination meeting; prepare agendas, distribute notes, run the meeting, and follow up on action items. Quality Control Tracking: review QC reports, identify deficiencies, and assist with tracking QC observations. Accountability & Performance Expectations Timeliness & Follow‑Through: issue purchase orders within 4 weeks of project award; draft and submit RFIs/submittals promptly; submit change order documentation within required windows. Accuracy & Documentation: maintain all project documentation (drawings, COIs, RFIs, submittals, change orders, qualifications) in an organized, up‑to‑date manner using the company’s standard filing systems. Communication & Collaboration: actively participate in Friday coordination meetings, attend preconstruction meetings, and provide clear documentation of discussions and commitments. Professionalism & Development: represent the company professionally in all interactions and actively improve knowledge of project management, construction sequencing, material knowledge, and specifications. Education & Experience Requirements Strong organizational and multitasking skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, project management software, and PDF editing tools. Familiarity with construction documents, submittals, RFIs, and change order processes. Excellent written and verbal communication. Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills. Ability to work independently while supporting a collaborative team environment. Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record. Comfortable with 10% regional travel (primarily Southeast). Ability to walk on roofs, climb ladders, and work in varying outdoor conditions. Proficient in construction software (Procore, Bluebeam, Monday, Salesforce, or similar preferred). Benefits Weekly paychecks. Paid vacation and holidays. Extra holidays paid: New Years Eve, Christmas Eve, and the Friday after Thanksgiving. 401(k) plan with company match. Generous referral bonus program. Industry‑leading safe working conditions and ongoing safety training. Health and insurance benefits: 50% paid by company; multiple health insurance tiers; vision, life, short‑term and long‑term disability, and accidental insurance. Opportunity to grow with a company that values you and invests in personal growth. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work This is a full‑time position. Hours are flexible and require office presence during standard business hours. Physical Demands Employees may sit, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. They must frequently lift or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Travel Up to 10% travel is expected for this position. Other Duties This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. EEO We’re an equal‑opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ideal Building Solutions