Lead Project Engineer

Summary

We are representing a well-established Design-Build General Contractor specializing in healthcare construction seeking an experienced Senior or Lead Project Engineer to oversee and drive their preconstruction and engineering operations. This is a senior leadership role for a construction professional who brings both deep estimating expertise and the management acumen to lead, develop, and elevate a high-performing team.

This role is ideal for someone who is equally comfortable in the weeds of a detailed estimate and at the table with a client or architect - a hands-on leader who sets the standard, holds the team accountable, and takes personal ownership of both departmental performance and project outcomes.

The ideal candidate brings a strong background in healthcare or medical facility construction, a thorough understanding of all trades, and the ability to manage a full bid pipeline from initial scope review through final delivery and post-bid buyout. This person leads by example, develops the people around them, and brings the organizational discipline to keep a busy preconstruction department running at a high level.

Projects are primarily healthcare and medical facility construction delivered through a design-build model, requiring close coordination with clients, architects, engineers, and subcontractors throughout preconstruction and into construction.

Key Responsibilities

Guide the full bid process from initial scope review through final proposal delivery, ensuring alignment with company standards and client requirements
Lead conceptual estimating, detailed bid compilation, and post-bid subcontractor buyouts in alignment with project goals and schedules
Develop and implement best practices for estimating and project engineering, maintaining consistency and quality across all departmental output
Prepare and oversee final proposals and budgets, providing strategic guidance and sign-off for management approval
Perform and oversee detailed quantity takeoffs, scope of work development, and subcontractor bid analysis across all trades
Manage preconstruction RFIs to resolve project discrepancies and maintain accurate and complete documentation
Ensure accurate and timely maintenance of all project information in Procore, Master Builder, and other relevant platforms
Stay current on market trends, material pricing, and industry best practices to continuously sharpen the firm's competitive positioning

Subcontractor & Client Coordination

Evaluate and manage subcontractor bids ensuring compliance with project specifications, material quality, and cost targets
Coordinate with the estimating team to distribute project documents, CADs, and materials pricing to subcontractors in a timely manner
Foster strong relationships with clients, architects, and project managers to clarify project scope, materials, and scheduling needs
Represent the company at client and subcontractor site visits, addressing issues proactively and maintaining positive working relationships
Collaborate with Project Managers to organize and supervise the preparation of project schedules for efficient project execution

Provide direct leadership, mentorship, and training to estimating and engineering staff - supporting their professional growth and ensuring consistently high-quality work product
Delegate tasks effectively and monitor team performance, providing regular feedback to the Director of Construction
Participate in hiring and personnel decisions to build and maintain a skilled, motivated, and high-performing team
Maintain a positive and professional work environment that attracts, retains, and motivates top talent
Stay current on Procore and Bluebeam software updates and integrate relevant changes into team workflows and procedures

Quality Control & Standards

Ensure all estimates, proposals, and engineering documents meet the firm's quality standards before submission
Review and analyze drawings and specifications with the project team to ensure accurate and complete scope coverage
Take personal accountability for the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of all team deliverables
Uphold and enforce company policies, procedures, and ethical standards across all project engineering operations

Project Experience Required

Healthcare & Medical Facility Construction - Hospitals, MOBs, Outpatient, Clinical
Design-Build Delivery - Preconstruction through Construction
Conceptual Estimating & Detailed Hard Bid
Post-Bid Buyout & Subcontractor Scope Leveling
Multi-Trade Coordination & Preconstruction RFI Management
Projects ranging from $5M - $50M+

Healthcare facility construction experience strongly preferred.

Qualifications

5+ years of project engineering and estimating experience in commercial or healthcare construction
Prior experience leading or mentoring an estimating or project engineering team required
Strong knowledge of all construction trades, systems, and design-build delivery methods
Thorough understanding of healthcare facility construction requirements, materials, and regulatory considerations preferred
Proficiency in Procore, Bluebeam or On-Screen Takeoff, Master Builder, and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Project)
Strong analytical and mathematical skills including cost analysis, unit pricing, and budget forecasting
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present to clients, ownership, and design teams
Ability to manage multiple bids and team priorities simultaneously under tight deadlines
Valid driver's license required; ability to travel to client and project sites as needed
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field preferred; associate degree with 4+ years of relevant experience considered