Project Engineer I

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: $38-48/hr

Overview:

As a Project Engineer I, you will play a key role in supporting the Production Team by coordinating all stakeholders involved in the construction process. Reporting to the Production Manager, you will assist Site Managers and/or Site Superintendents with the day-to-day management of residential construction projects, ensuring efficiency, communication, and foresight in all tasks. The ideal candidate is proactive, able to multitask, and thrives in high-pressure environments.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Project Coordination:

- Support the Site Managers/Superintendents in coordinating all phases of construction, ensuring seamless communication and execution.

- Assist in setting up job sites, ensuring proper signage, safety equipment, and overall readiness for the construction process.

- Oversee project storage and manage the security camera system, including coordinating with the Marketing on timelapse cameras.

2. Documentation and Administration:

- Create and maintain field binders for the Site Managers/Superintendents.

- Assist in preparing meeting agendas and taking minutes for project-related meetings.

- Manage the processing of change orders, purchase orders, and other project-related administrative tasks as directed by the Site Managers/Superintendents.

- Assist in the coordination of client-supplied items, ensuring timely procurement through Fohlio.

- Set up new subcontractors in BuilderTrend and handle subcontractor onboarding.

3. Scheduling and Communication:

- Coordinate key project phases with the Marketing Team, including Matterport scans at specific stages (before demo, radiant flooring, before insulation, before client handoff).

- Work with the Marketing Team to send neighborhood notification letters before starting new projects.

- Assist Site Managers/Superintendents with project punch lists and warranty walks to ensure client satisfaction and project completion.

4. Field Support:

- Ensure the job site is set up with all necessary tools, signage, and safety equipment.

- Coordinate on-site activities and provide support to Site Managers/Superintendents as needed.

- Manage on-site logistics and assist in maintaining project timelines and schedules.

5. Change Management:

- Assist Site Managers/Superintendents in processing and managing change orders.

- Ensure change orders are documented, tracked, and integrated into project plans and timelines as needed.

Qualifications:

- Education: Degree in Engineering preferred.

- Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in construction.

- Skills:

- Ability to work independently and within a team.

- Proficiency in construction management platforms such as BuilderTrend and Fohlio is a plus.

- Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks concurrently.

- Familiarity with PlanGrid and Bluebeam a plus.

- Excellent written and verbal communication.

Physical Requirements:

- Able to work on-site under various conditions, including exposure to weather, deconstruction, excavation, and structural phases.

- Ability to safely navigate construction sites, including ascending/descending stairs and ladders.

- Able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. safely.

Career Opportunities:

- Opportunity to work on diverse residential construction projects with room for growth and leadership development.

- Exposure to cutting-edge construction technologies and project management practices.